VP, Strategic Planning (Pharma Ad Agency experience required)

Responsibilities

• Lead Strategic Planning Process: Own the process to develop actionable insights, ensuring they are real, rounded, and impactful.
• Inspire and Mentor Teams: Lead Directors and their teams with confidence and creativity, fostering strategic brilliance.
• Collaborate with Key Stakeholders: Partner effectively with Creative Leaders, Group Account Directors, and subject matter experts to drive strategic initiatives.
• Shape and Evolve the Department: Continuously refine the Strategic Planning department to meet the evolving demands of the digital space.
• Integrate Traditional and Digital Planning: Infuse traditional marketing knowledge with a deep understanding of digital trends and client needs.
• Foster a Collaborative Environment: Promote a culture of collaboration and partnership across various teams and departments.
• Mentor Future Leaders: Develop and mentor team members, empowering them to take ownership and lead with confidence.
• Drive Innovation: Bring curiosity and creativity to the table, exploring new ways to help clients thrive in the digital world.
• Develop and Implement Strategies: Create and execute strategic plans that align with client goals and market trends.
• Maintain Industry Expertise: Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to ensure the organization remains at the forefront of strategic planning.

Requirements

• 15+ years of Account Planning experience
• Seasoned leader not too far divorced from being the all-star player—you’ve had a stint at the helm of the department or managing a large account with a sizeable team
• Consensus builder with the vision to create roadmaps that guide execution of all planning-based programs
• Deep appreciation of the digital space; practical activation experience required
• Understanding that planning is not an abstraction, bringing proven techniques to influence the process and be at the heart of the work
• Master storyteller with a compelling communication style that attracts others
• Educate, council and inspire planning team members, as well as clients and agency, on emerging trends
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or advertising required; agency experience a must