Manager - Creative Services

Company Description

Publicis Communications is the creative communications hub of Publicis Groupe, bringing together the Leo Burnett, Saatchi & Saatchi, Publicis Worldwide, BBH, Marcel, Fallon, MSLGROUP and Prodigious networks Present in over 100 countries, Publicis Communications aims to deliver transformative work to its clients and to attract the best talents in the industry. Publicis Communications draws upon the expertise of over 30,000 employees. "Our ambition is to be the indispensable creative partner to our clients in their own transformation, by delivering seamless access to the creative firepower of our networks through end-to-end platforms linking consumer insight, brand knowledge and creative ideas, boosted by data and technology.

Overview

This year, the Project Manager will focus on creating seamless project workflows and driving impactful outcomes for the FAB account.

Key Success Areas Include

• Project Ownership: Take full ownership of all projects from initiation to closure, ensuring delivery is on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Workflow Optimization: Develop and implement streamlined processes tailored to the team's dynamic needs, enhancing efficiency and reducing turnaround times.
• Team Synergy: Build a unified approach by collaborating closely with creative, traffic, and client servicing teams to foster a cohesive working environment.
• Performance Metrics: Establish clear KPIs and benchmarks to track project success, reporting progress regularly to senior leadership.
  
  

The role of the Project Manager is integral to driving successful project outcomes and fostering collaboration across teams. As we onboard FAB as a major client, the Project Manager will oversee complex workflows, ensure smooth project execution, and maintain alignment between client needs and team deliverables.

With more than 25 creatives to coordinate within CATS, this role demands strategic planning, meticulous execution, and strong communication to meet growing demands while upholding our standards of excellence.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning: Define project scope, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with client requirements and internal capacity.
• Task Prioritization: Set priorities for project tasks and milestones, ensuring team members remain focused on high-impact work.
• Resource Coordination: Work closely with the traffic team to allocate resources effectively and balance workloads across projects.
• Risk Management: Anticipate potential obstacles, develop contingency plans, and implement solutions promptly to avoid disruptions.
• Client Communication: Maintain consistent and proactive communication with clients, updating them on project status, milestones, and any changes.
• Team Coordination: Facilitate regular check-ins with team members to ensure progress and address concerns or roadblocks.
• Reporting: Create and present project reports that include progress updates, risk analysis, and key insights to stakeholders.
• Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies and recommend changes to enhance overall project management workflows.
  
  

Qualifications

Strategic Thinker: Always looking ahead to align project outcomes with broader business objectives.

• Detail-Oriented: Meticulous in tracking project details, ensuring no deliverables are overlooked.
• Empathetic Leader: Approachable and understanding, fostering a positive team culture.
• Resilient: Maintains focus and poise in the face of unexpected challenges or tight deadlines.
• Innovative: Open to exploring new methods and technologies to enhance project outcomes.
• Results-Driven: Maintains a strong focus on achieving measurable success.
  
  

Additional Information

R-2125P-2414