As our Sr. Account Executive, you will…

As a Sr. Account Executive at MERGE, this candidate will support the day-to-day activities on a key premium consumer electronics account within our Consumer team. You’ll be an agile team member, coordinating effectively between the agency team, client brand teams, and extended partners on tactical execution for best-in-class work. This position involves consistent client contact and a high level of performance in a fast-paced environment.

Be Accountable and Responsible

• Assist in all facets of account services and client management as directed
• Lead and actively participate in internal and client status meetings
• Effectively communicate client feedback to cross-functional agency team and keep team apprised of changes or updates to account in a timely manner
• Assist in managing projects through the client review process
• Develop an understanding of the brand’s strategic imperatives
• Assist in tactical planning
• Develop and submit internal documentation per agency SOP
• Possess working knowledge of all agency processes and work well with the internal team to ensure projects are progressing on time; assess and monitor team and job productivity/efficiency
• Monitor the financial status of accounts
• Monitor hours and production expenses
• Responsible for approving billing and invoices, partnering with finance to manage hours
• Prepare materials for reporting to the client with oversight
• Obtain an understanding of the category, the brand, customer segments, and relevant competitors; proactively seek out team members to gain working knowledge of the brand and category ongoing basis
• Keep up-to-date on industry and category trends through websites, trade journals, market research
• Remain alert to client needs and elevate opportunities to convert organic growth opportunities

These are the qualifications we’re looking for

• 3-5 years of account management experience at an advertising agency or similar (shopper or retail marketing agency preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, and/or equivalent work experience
• Strong background with store experience in marketing, point-of-purchase materials, product messaging, and emerging technologies
• Consumer electronics experience is a plus
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written), with the ability to interface collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Strong client/project management skills, especially as it relates to setting the tone for achieving deadlines within our fast-paced, ever-changing environment

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