Senior Brand Strategist

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Brand Strategist will work to develop client strategies in the brand/marketing space as well as packaging design. This role will receive client briefs, identify research sources, compile and analyze data, and generate insightful and actionable strategies. The strategist is responsible for all communication back to the client, including the presentation of strategies.  Click "Apply Now" for immediate consideration. 

WHAT WE OFFER

We are dedicated to not only providing fulfilling work experience but also ensuring your overall well-being. When you join our team, you'll gain access to a robust benefits package that supports your physical, mental, and financial health.   

•    Expected annual salary of this role is $100,000 - $120,000.
•    Medical, Dental & Vision: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits package, including an employer HSA (Health Savings Account) contribution.
•    Discretionary Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with time off to spend on your terms.
•    Paid Holidays: Celebrate special moments and create lasting memories with paid holidays.
•    Floating Holidays: We value your flexibility, and we offer floating holidays to suit your schedule.
•    Financial Perks: 401(k) program, complemented by a company match, as well as an Employee Stock Purchase Program.
•    Education Perks: We believe in your continued growth and offer educational assistance to support your professional development.
•    Dependent Scholarship Opportunities: We care about your family's future, which is why we provide opportunities for your dependents to pursue their educational dreams.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

•    Develops strategies that are aligned with business goals and customer insights, while persistently working to understand and define customers’ behaviors and barriers.
•    Identifies new account opportunities and drives the creation of new relationships.
•    Manages all incoming and outgoing communication with the client.
•    Conducts both qualitative and quantitative research being mindful of new innovative techniques.
•    Presents at client meetings and receives client feedback.
•    Assesses future growth prospects; identifies cross-segment opportunities. 
•    Conducts competitive analysis to define white space opportunities and identifies cultural and market trends, linking them to opportunities for design, innovation, and brand development. 
•    Publishes white papers and researches insights within agency marketing channels.
•    Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of employee(s) to ensure goals or objectives are accomplished. Mentors, coaches, trains and develops team.
•    Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

•    Bachelor’s Degree in Advertising, Marketing, PR, Business or related field
•    Advanced degree (MBA, Master’s) preferred
•    8+ years progressive project management experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
•    5+ years in a leadership role
•    Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
•    High degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
•    Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.
•    Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
•    Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
•    Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients.
•    Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
•    Ability to work with and influence peers and management.
•    Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

•    Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk, hear and see.  
•    Regularly/Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
•    The noise level in the work environment is usually low/moderate.

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

ADDITIONAL

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