RAPP Detroit is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our award-winning Program Management team.

WHO WE ARE:

We are RAPP world leaders in activating growth with precision & empathy at scale.

As a global, next-generation precision marketing agency we leverage data, creativity, technology, & empathy to foster client growth. We champion individuality in the marketing solutions we create, & in our workplace. We fight for solutions that adapt to the individuals needs, beliefs, behaviors, & aspirations.

We foster an inclusive workplace that values diversity & emphasizes personal well-being.

HOW WE DO IT:

At RAPP, our fearless superconnectors help to create value from personal brand experiences by focusing on three key areas: connected data, connected content & connected decisioning.

Our data analysts identify who that person is, our strategists understand what they want, & our award-winning technologists & creatives know how to deliver it ensuring were able to activate authentic customer connections for our clients.

Part of Omnicoms Precision Marketing Group, RAPP is comprised of 2,000+ creatives, technologists, strategists, & data & marketing scientists across 15+ global markets.

YOUR ROLE:

As Sr. Project Manager you are the director of the client projects youre the one who knows how to make things happen. Youre the master of the execution & process from project initiation to delivery. You are passionate about the space from CRM, DM & Digital. Youre creative, solutions-oriented, organized, collaborative & have exceptional people skills.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Keeps projects moving forward smoothly, develops project plans for new work, ensures that creative can be produced within specified timeframes, efficiently manages + communicates milestones throughout the project lifecycle, proactively mitigates risks & comfortable adapting to changes from inception to delivery of projects.
• Manages account/project-related meetings including weekly account status meetings, internal reviews, etc. Issues & or ensure issuance of timely contract reports.
• Tracks budget for projects, ensures deliverables can be produced within specified budgets, proactively identifies any risks & escalates needs to business / agency leads to be addressed.
• Aligns the project team to the work to ensure resources are available & present at appropriate times throughout the project lifecycle.
• Aligns the project team to the work to ensure resources are available & present at appropriate times throughout the project lifecycle.
• Responsible for maintaining the required level of quality through every step of the delivery process.
• Manages simultaneous projects within budgetary & schedule constraints.
• Collaborates with disciplines across the agency to deliver the highest quality of work
• If assigned, capable of mentoring junior team members of the best practices of the agency & project management.
• Builds respectful, strong working relationships with internal team(s) from Business Leadership to execution resources on a project, as well as external partners & vendors.
• Builds respectful, strong working relationships when applicable with client(s). Ensure understanding & adherence to agency process.
• Optimizes production workflows & processes with a goal of constant improvement.
• Proficient with programs such as the Office 360 suite: Visio, Excel, PPT & MS Project, & Teams.
• Experience with project management/workflow tools a plus (specifically WorkFront, JIRA)
• Leads efficient meetings & conference calls. Ensures timely conference notes & action steps taken.
• Is a champion of the agency process & quality work. Ensures adherence by all parties.
• Is versed in mainstream process methodologies including waterfall & agile.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years of experience in CRM & 360 campaign management, i.e. digital, direct mail, video, radio, etc. at an advertising agency at a media, direct marketing or interactive advertising agency.
• Experience in managing cross-discipline teams including strategy, creative & technology.
• Experience in multiplatform content extensions & original content production.
• Working knowledge & understanding of web technologies, including HTML, DHTML, etc.
• Working knowledge of email deployment, & campaign management systems such as Salesforce Marketing Cloud.
• Working knowledge of print production/ execution process a plus.
• Experience in the automotive industry is a plus.
• Possess an established track record of successful accomplishment with clients / teams.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including MS Project & Teams
• Experience with WorkFront, JIRA or related PM systems a plus.
• Have strong organizational skills & be detailed-oriented / stickler for details.
• Have strong written & communication skills.

---

Our Hybrid Work Model:

RAPP's current hybrid model is designed to enable in-person connections & collaboration that is core to our culture, while also supporting flexibility for all employees. As such, we have the option to work from home two days per week, if we'd like.

RAPP provides a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits plan. Benefits for this role include health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k), stock options, Healthcare & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts, vacation, sick, & personal days & positive activism days, paid parental leave & disability benefits. For more information regarding Omnicom benefits, please visit www.omnicombenefits.com. A reasonable estimate of the salary for this role, at the time of posting, is $75,000 - $92,000. This range is specific to Detroit & multiple factors are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to: skill set, experience & training, certifications; etc. This is an exempt position. If your requirements fall outside of this range, you are still welcome to apply.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.