We are The Mars Agency—a full-service, global agency in a world full of agencies. The difference between us and them? We write our own rules. It’s one of the many perks of being independently owned for over forty years. We exist to nurture growth & good—in business, in people and in communities. From strategy to execution, here, it’s all about leadership and ideas that create impact.

We’re looking for a Project Manager for our New York office.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee agency operations for major CPG client
• Independently lead the shopper marketing planning process with client and/or retailer to build customized programs for the defined retailer/brand (and participate in brand/retailer sell-in as client relationship allows) 
• Approach and manage partnership relationships with other manufacturers or properties 
• Oversee the implementation of client key projects 
• Demonstrate persuasive written and oral communication with clients, while building strong working relationships 
• Utilize advanced financial knowledge of agency P&L components and understanding of how agency resource utilization impacts their team’s overall profit performance 
• Prepare detailed post-program analysis that includes ROI, key learnings and future program recommendations 
• Present projects to senior management that positively impact client dynamics
• Manage and develop lower level team members (as assigned by Director) including completing performance evaluations and reviews
• Manage workflow and capacity across cross-functional teams
• Work directly with other functions (Planning, Creative, Account Service, Channel, Finance, Production) and account executives to manage timing of agency deliverables
• Take ownership of complex and high risk projects
• Quality control and trouble-shoot issues
• Training and mentorship of team
• Internal systems expert
• Assist in writing, implementing and training of new processes
• Contribute to staffing plan

SKILL SETS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, business, or related field 
• Minimum of 5 years of marketing or advertising experience, preferably agency experience in retailer promotions 
• Strategic thinking in the development of Shopper Marketing programs and management of day to day business
• Sound decision-making skills based in agency, client, and industry knowledge Passion about business and not satisfied with status quo – always thinking of ways to improve/grow assigned client/business 
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Word, Excel and Power Point 
• Ability to manage time, adhere to strict timelines and work well under pressure