Senior Project Manager

The Role

The Senior Project Manager is the primary daytoday contact with the Client Marcom team and works closely with their Producers Project Managers Image Producers Print Production Manager and Channel Sales Program (CSP) Managers to implement channel campaigns for CEMEA.

Key Responsibilities

Manage end to end localization of all Channel marketing materials (from briefing to delivery) on the agency side

Build strong client relationships which enable a clear understanding of the clients Channel partner structure and print vendors. Be the goto person for Channel Marketing asset localization and production

Build strong internal relationships across the agency (Traffic Content Interactive Studio Print Production Finance and Operations)

Lead planning for new projects: liaising with the client and line manager

Update daily tracker during live project shared with Producers and Deployment

Highlight opportunities for improving processes and align internally and with Clients Producers prior to implementation

Own the basics of client service including creating and updating agendas timing plans contact reports and cost estimates

Communicate the briefs to the studio and print production teams and ensure that the correct creative direction is being taken Immerse yourself in the clients brand and offering

Set and manage client expectations ensuring they follow the agreed workflows and collaborate to find swift resolution on any issues

Manage the approval of quarterly budgets flagging important budget fluctuations to the client and line manager

The ability to write prepare and present project documentation presentations and reports with a strategic mindset and point of view

Ensure that the line manager is aware of all client issues and proposed solutions (including potential delays) to ensure swift resolution and avoid further escalation

Act as a brand QC/Guardian always ensure brand guidelines QC checklists and procedures are followed

Keep GAD/CSD and FD informed of any circumstances which would positively or negatively affect forecasts

Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the Hogarth business model services and technology

Organize teamwork create a balanced work schedule and ensure people are able to deliver results

Requirements

Organize teamwork create a balanced work schedule and ensure people are able to deliver results

Degree or diploma and a minimum of 8 years solid agency/localization experience gained working on global retail and/or shopper accounts from creative development to final production

Good knowledge of print color retouching and digital artwork productions processes and best practices

Experience in financial management and understanding the importance of accurate financial management

Excellent spreadsheet skills in both Excel Keynote and Numbers. Demonstration of experience in managing complex spreadsheets

Excellent English skillswritten and verbal is a prerequisite. Arabic is preferred not a must.

Attention to detail analytical thinking ability and passion for the work are essential

A handson cando approach to solving problems

The ability to prioritize and work quickly and efficiently within very tight time frames

Must be able to travel as required sometimes several weeks at a time

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