Ad Agency Project Manager

Job title: Ad Agency Project Manager Location: Florham Park, NJ 07932 or Mettawa, IL 60045 (3 days onsite/2 days remote) Duration: 12 months – possible extension or conversion Tentative Start date: ASAP What we are looking for: PMs are more important to have ad agency exp rather than pharma. Also, good PM experience with different projects is important if no agency/pharma. Advertising agency experience with pharmaceutical clients for at least 5 consecutive years would be a plus. 5-10 years of ad agency experience within the last 3-5 years; project management experience a plus. A bachelor's degree would be preferred, but we would consider candidates with no degree if they have appropriate experience, but candidate would not be considered for FT opportunities. Excellent communication skills: verbal, presentation, written. High-energy, positive, organized individual who is comfortable in a high-visibility role. Great collaborator with the ability to focus on both the big picture and small details. Job Description Primary Function / Primary Goals / Objectives The Project Manager works closely with their assigned account manager to help coordinate daily activities and the ongoing relationship with their respective brand teams. Knowledge / Skills Understand guidelines including, but not limited to, corporate branding, promotional material development, Veeva PromoMats review, and corporate compliance. Understand the Agency Workflow Process, including project initiation and kickoff, collaboration, necessary approvals, production, and archiving. Demonstrate clear and concise written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and multitask to enhance productivity and manage workload. Possess the ability to work in a high-volume, rapidly paced environment. Project/Process Management Develop and update project timelines from initiation to completion across internal departments Assist with print, digital, and video projects, including trafficking all projects through the Agency. Help facilitate ongoing, timely and accurate communications to ensure all projects are completed on time and within budget. Track time on a daily basis. Accountability / Scope Reports to their assigned Ad Agency account manager. Partners with the creative team on project initiatives. Adherence to all company-wide financial policies.

Salary : $40 - $44