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Wunderman Thompson

Integrated creative, data-driven marketing agency

Account Manager - Commerce

Project ManagementPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeChicago, IL, USA$45k - $90k

About the Job

Requirements

  • The role requires 1–3 years of experience.
  • Experience with brand and trade activations is required.
  • Candidates must be comfortable working with clients.
  • Candidates must be computer literate and administratively strong, with attention to detail and accountability.

Responsibilities

  • Drive the creation and implementation of retail experiences in both physical and digital environments.
  • Manage creative projects and serve as the key liaison between clients and strategy and design teams, clearly defining project scope, managing timelines, and ensuring ongoing communication among all parties.
  • Serve as the main point of contact for clients and manage their project needs from the initial brief through studio implementation and final reveal.
  • Anticipate internal and client needs to ensure accurate and timely project delivery.
  • Develop the ability to convert research information into shopper marketing ideas suited to the brands.
  • Champion collaboration between departments to improve the work.
  • Participate in strategic and tactical planning sessions with a focus on innovation.
  • Ensure the highest quality of creative briefs.
  • Proactively solve problems with manager oversight and escalate issues as appropriate.
  • Collaborate with internal agency teams and external agency partners to drive integrated programs.
  • Manage timelines, budgets, and deliverables across multiple projects simultaneously.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in a marketing or advertising agency, retailer, or digital company is highly preferred.
  • Understanding of the grocery retail landscape and ecosystem is preferred.
  • Shopper or retail experience for consumer packaged goods or health and wellness brands is preferred.
  • A strategic, entrepreneurial mindset and motivation for growth are desired.
  • Proactive and decisive judgment and logical thinking are desired.
  • The ability to lead by example and perform well under pressure is desired.

About the Company

Wunderman Thompson

Integrated creative, data-driven marketing agency

Wunderman Thompson blends creative advertising, data-driven consultancy, and technology to drive growth for brands. It delivers creative campaigns and brand strategies, uses data and insights to help businesses transform, and offers technology solutions such as WaterLight, a product that converts salt water into electrical power. The company earns revenue through project-based fees, retainers, and performance-based incentives. It differentiates itself with an integrated approach that combines creativity, data, and technology, backed by global clients and award-winning work. Its goal is to help ambitious brands grow by delivering measurable, impactful results.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
M&A
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1958

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