Position Title : Account Executive
Work Location : Mettawa, IL 60045
Assignment Duration : 12 Months
Work Arrangement : Hybrid
The Account Executive serves as the primary liaison between the Ad Agency and the brand teams and is responsible for managing the day-to-day relationships within the Agency. Working in partnership with the Agency's creative staff and external resources / suppliers, the position provides strategic direction and counsel to help the brand teams meet their business objectives / sales goals.
Key Responsibilities :Collaborate with the brand team in the development of creative briefsRecommend key promotional tactics that align with the strategy and goals of the brand.Issue client contact reports to ensure key information is being quickly communicated to all involved stakeholders.Review creative development of a project during concept to completion to ensure specifications, client expectations, budgets, timelines, etc. are being adhered to.Facilitate ongoing, timely and accurate communications to ensure all projects are completed on time and within budget.Develop annual forecasts.Conduct financial reconciliations on a monthly basis.Track time on a daily basis.Qualifications & Experience :Bachelor degree requiredMaster's degree or equivalent related project or functional experience is desirableTotal account management experience - minimum of 1-3 yearsPharmaceutical industry experience preferred (both U.S. and Global)In-house ad agency / ad agency experience a plusExcellent communications skills : verbal, presentation, writtenHigh energy, positive, organized individual who is comfortable in a high-visibility roleAbility to manage high volume project scope in a fast paced creative environmentGreat collaborator with ability to focus on both the big picture and small details