Senior Manager, Retail Consultancy

Starcom Mediavest Group Germany Gmbh

Chicago, IL

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$97,375–$139,965 Per Year

SKILLS

Advertising, Alliance/Partner Management, Analysis Skills, Animal Adoptions, Brand Marketing (Branding), Budgeting, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Cross-Functional, Customer Retention/Renewal, Customer/Client Research, Detail Oriented, Ecosystems, Employee Assistance Plan, Health Plan, Healthcare Reimbursement, International Marketing, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Marketing, Mentoring, Network Integration, Outbound Marketing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Process Management, Product/Service Launch, Project/Program Management, Retail, Retail Management, Sales Management, Strategic Analysis, Strategic Planning, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Chicago, IL

POSTED

Today

Company Description

Mars United- Commerce is a global commerce marketing practice that aligns people, technology, and intelligence to make the business of our clients better today than it was yesterday. Our worldwide capabilities coalesce into four key disciplines - Strategy& Analytics, Content & Experiences, Digital Commerce, and Retail Consultancy - that individually deliver unmatched results for clients and collectively give them an unparalleled network of seamlessly integrated functions across the entire commerce marketing ecosystem. These disciplines are powered by our industry-leading technology platform, Marilyn®, which helps marketers understand the total business impact of their commerce marketing activation, enabling them to make better decisions, create connected experiences, and drive stronger, measurable results. Learn more at

Job Description

We're looking for a Senior Manager, Retail Consultancy to focus on Drug and Value retailers. This individual will be responsible for assisting in the annual planning process and the management of key projects for assigned brands, as well as ensuring program synergy with key clients. Candidates must reside within a commutable distance of Chicago, New York or Stamford for a hybrid work schedule. For those in NY or CT, this role requires a weekly on-site schedule with our client in Stamford.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work with the internal cross-functional team (Strategic Planning, Client Leadership and Creative) to develop optimal and actionable strategies, concepts and tactics

Manage the implementation of key client projects

Build strong working relationships with Drug and Value retailer client contacts

Manage execution of approved programs through team

Work with external client vendors/agencies to execute projects as assigned

Approach and manage partnership relationships with other manufacturers or properties

Identify retailer direct and manufacturer platforms

Develop and manage project timelines and budgets

Manage communication of project status and budget to client teams

Work hand-in-hand with internal teams on planning and implementation of retail marketing extensions of brand and category programs (national retainer clients)

Manage client approval process

Measure post-promotion results using agency and client-provided data

Direct management and mentoring of other team Managers and/or Account Executives reporting to you

Mentoring and engaging all Retail Consultancy Managers and Account Executives supporting Drug and Value retailers

Development of new and improved processes, solutions and ways of working

Be the 'voice' of the Retail Consultancy Managers in Mars Way training and roll-out

Develop and share best-in-class training for Retail Consultancy Managers

Serve as the escalation point and problem solver for Retail Consultancy Managers and Account Executives

Some travel required

SKILL SETS REQUIRED:

Bachelor's degree in advertising, marketing, business, or related field

7-10 years' experience in retail marketing or experience with Drug and/or Value retailers

Experience leading and developing others

Proven Project Management experience

Strategic thinking in the development of Shopper Marketing programs and management of day-to-day business

Ability to analyze past program results and current consumer insights and leverage learnings to drive sound, strategic plans

Sound decision making skills based in industry knowledge

Passion about business - always thinking of ways to improve/grow assigned client/business

Strong listening skills and attention to detail

Excellent verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal skills

Desire to dig in and do what's needed to get the job done right

Additional Information

The Power of One starts with our people! To do powerful things, we offer powerful resources.

Our 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. You will also be eligible to participate in the Publicis 401(k) Plan after you complete 1,000 work hours in a consecutive 12-month period.

Mars United- Commerce 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.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation Range: USD $97,375.00 - USD $139,965.00/Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 5/5/2026.

About the Company

Starcom Mediavest Group Germany Gmbh

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