Walgreens Hiring for Marketing Operations Manager Job at Deerfield, IL Full Time

Job Summary

The Manager, Marketing Operations, is responsible for executing the production of all Walgreens promotional digital ads and/or coupon books, rebate programs, month-long programs and associated signage for national, local and specialty markets. This position executes the production logistics and relationships with internal and external agencies.

Job Responsibilities

• Manages the execution of all circular, digital advertising or month-long programs in support of promotional programs that meet clearly defined business and marketing objectives.
• Manages the execution of complex production schedules for concurrent ad phases with rolling deadlines.
• Maintains knowledge of all current and future ads to ensure marketing plans are consistent. Ensures accuracy of pricing, versioning and ad files for circulars, month-long programs or rebate programs.
• Works closely with Merchandising department and Marketing project managers to ensure the marketing objectives of digital ads and/or month-long programs are fulfilled. Works collaboratively with Marketing Services team to communicate objective for proper execution of marketing plans.
• Manages the routing for approval stages of projects, and reviews proofs during the stages to ensure data integrity and project objectives have been met. Troubleshoots on projects and facilitates resolution of any issues that may jeopardize the timely completion, accuracy and quality.
• Works collaboratively with external agencies to develop, implement and execute best practices for processes including, but not limited to, schedules, creative elements, content and proof routing. Responds to inquiries from agency and rectifies all outstanding problems in a timely manner.
• Provides input to Marketing Services and Sr Marketing Managers regarding creative style guide alignment and alterations and IT system enhancements.
• Develops and mentors staff through on-boarding, open communication, training and development opportunities and performance management processes; builds and maintains employee morale and motivation; ensures the team is appropriately staffed with required competencies; fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of experience in promotional marketing or High School Diploma and at least 4 years of experience in promotional marketing.
• At least 2 years of experience with market project management (for example: planning, organizing, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals and objectives).
• At least 2 years of experience in developing strategic initiatives that align with business goals and budget.
• Experience evaluating information to determine compliance with standards, laws, and regulations.
• Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Office: Word (for example: creating and modifying text styles, numbering and sorting lists, working with sections and columns, formatting tables, and using templates and using diagrams and drawing tools), Excel (for example: formatting text and borders of cells, working with workbooks and worksheets, using range names, referencing cells, sorting, and auto filtering) and PowerPoint (for example: creating presentations, adding and removing slides, entering and formatting text, applying design templates, modifying masters, inserting graphics and objects, creating handouts).
• Willing to travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Business
• At least 1 year of experience directly managing people, including hiring, developing, motivating, and directing people as they work