Account Director

Were a team of makers and dreamers turning strategic ideas into flawless retail executions. We collaborate closely with our clients to elevate the expected and embrace the new the next and the complex.

Nothing is impossible If you can shop it we can do it.

A leader with a passion for outstanding client service innovation and thought leadership. An individual who will drive positive account growth and collaborate with a cross-functional team to identify new opportunities. A fun upbeat personality is a plus and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment is a must.

Responsible for leading multiple large client accounts primary communicator of news and information regarding the clients business its impact on their overall business and how these variables impact SSX and the marketplace
Manages relationships with Sr. Level clients working to build and improve collective agency/client relationship and output
Accountable for account growth client satisfaction and retention
Partner and collaborate with cross-functional leaders and teams to meet and exceed client expectations and provide key strategic initiatives and thinking
Proven team leadership skills; partnering with the VP on the development of the full account leadership team in the areas of:

o Relationship (internal & external)
o Shopper & communications knowledge
o Business stewardship
o Leadership skills
o Strategy
o Staffing
o Career Pathing

Partner on new business opportunities for existing and new clients
Responsible for leading revenue and forecast discussions.
Leads a cross-functional internal team and identifies opportunities to raise the level of the work
Able to manage internal conflicts when they arise with radical candor
Leads and executes large initiatives from start to finish

• Alcohol and beverage experience required (Must-Have)
• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience is required
• 10-12 yearsof experience
• Experience in shopper marketing preferred
• Experience proactively leading and collaborating with cross- functional teams and working with minimal supervision is required

The Power of One starts with our people! To do powerful things we offer powerful best-in-class wellness and benefits offerings include:

Paid Family Care for parents and caregivers for 12 weeks or more
Monetary assistance and support for Adoption Surrogacy and Fertility
Monetary assistance and support for pet adoption
Employee Assistance Programs and Health/Wellness/Comfort reimbursements to help you invest in your future and work/life balance
Tuition Assistance
Paid time off that includes Flexible Time off Vacation Annual Sick Days Volunteer Days Holiday and Identity days and more
Matching Gifts programs
Flexible working arrangements
Work Your World Program encouraging employees to work from anywhere Publicis Groupe has an office for up to 6 weeks a year (based upon eligibility)
Business Resource Groups that support multiple affinities and alliances

The benefits offerings listed are available to eligible U.S. Based employees are reviewed on an annual basis and are governed by the terms of the applicable plan documents.

We also offer medical and voluntary benefits to our freelancers and temporary employees. Voluntary benefit options include supplemental medical insurance transportation and parking benefits legal benefits pet insurance and auto and home insurance. You must be actively employed for 90 consecutive calendar days in order to be eligible for Publicis medical and voluntary benefits.

Saatchi & Saatchi X is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived race color ethnicity religion creed sex sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions national origin ancestry citizenship status age disability medical condition as defined by applicable state law genetic information marital status military service and veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws and ordinances.

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