Operations Manager
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
Company Description
Zenith is one of Publicis Groupes largest media agencies spanning 95 markets globally with US offices in New York Burbank Chicago Atlanta and Detroit. For more than 30 years we have been at the forefront of media helping to evolve and reshape the industry. We are highly regarded as a true agency partner by many high-profile brands for our expertise across numerous categories and wide range of capabilities that are unparalleled in the industry. Clients hire us for our track record of excellence in strategic planning investment and measurement. We also have specialist offerings including content commerce multicultural and future-proofed data capabilities.
Job Description
The Manager Operations is responsible for executing core operational processes across client accounts ensuring delivery excellence financial accuracy and adherence to standardized workflows. This role partners cross-functionally with Strategy Investment Finance and Client teams to manage timelines reporting and operational execution.
Responsibilities
Project & Delivery Management
Own project management and timeline tracking across multiple workstreams
Ensure all deliverables are completed on time and accurately
Manage competing priorities and escalate risks proactively
Financial Operations & Reporting
Support financial reporting budget tracking and billing reconciliation
Ensure accuracy across systems
Partner with Finance and offshore teams on reconciliation and QA
Process Execution & Optimization
Execute and enforce standardized operational processes and best practices
Identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements
Support implementation of new workflows tools and automation
Cross-Functional Coordination
Act as key point of coordination across Strategy Investment Finance and Client teams
Ensure alignment on deliverables timelines and dependencies
Communicate risks and issues clearly to stakeholders
Systems & Data Management
Provide support and oversight of operational systems and tools
Ensure data accuracy and compliance across platforms
Assist with system troubleshooting and user support
Qualifications
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
Strong organizational and time management skills
Analytical mindset with comfort working in data-heavy environments
Strong communication skills
Collaborative and solution-oriented
13 years experience in operations finance project management or data analysis
Experience in media marketing consulting or similar environment preferred
Bachelors degree in Business Finance or related field
Proficiency in Excel and operational systems
Additional Information
Our Publicis Groupe motto Viva La Différence means were better together and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities across all facets of intersectionality and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.
Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage dental vision disability 401K as well as parental and family care leave family forming assistance tuition reimbursement and flexible time off.
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Veterans Encouraged to Apply.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Publicis Media is one of the four solutions hubs of Publicis Groupe ([Euronext Paris FR0000130577, CAC 40], alongside Publicis Communications, Publicis.Sapient and Publicis Healthcare. Led by Steve King, CEO, Publicis Media is powered by its five global brands, Starcom, Zenith, Spark ... View more