Integration Specialist - Client Management - Sports & Athleisure Footwear Industry (1-2 yrs)

Industry: Sports and Athleisure Footwear

About the Role:

- The Integration Associate plays a critical role in ensuring seamless collaboration between the advertising agency and the client.

- Acting as the primary point of contact, this individual manages day-to-day operations, coordinates with multiple internal stakeholders, and ensures campaigns are executed efficiently.

- The role demands excellent organizational skills, a strategic mindset, and the ability to keep up with the ever-evolving trends in advertising, particularly in the digital and experiential space.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Relationship Management:

- Act as the main liaison between the client and internal teams, ensuring alignment on goals, strategies, and deliverables.

- Regularly meet with clients to discuss campaign progress, gather feedback, and address concerns.

- Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor and problem-solver.

Coordination and Collaboration:

- Collaborate with internal teams, including creative, planning, digital, experiential, influencer marketing, and finance, to ensure seamless project execution.

- Work closely with platform-specific teams to develop and implement tailored advertising strategies.

- Facilitate brainstorming sessions to align client expectations with innovative solutions from internal teams.

Campaign Management:

- Develop and oversee project timelines, ensuring that all tasks are completed on schedule and within budget.

- Review and ensure the quality of deliverables, maintaining an error-free standard of work.

- Prepare and present detailed reports on campaign performance, highlighting successes and areas for improvement.

Strategic Planning:

- Stay updated on industry trends, competitive activity, and emerging platforms to provide strategic insights to clients.

- Participate in strategy discussions and provide input to enhance client campaigns.

- Proactively identify opportunities for business growth and additional client engagement.

Key Qualifications and Skills:

Must-Have:

- A Bachelor's/ Masters degree in marketing, business administration, or a related field.

- 1-2 years of experience as a Client Account Executive or in a similar client-facing role (preferably in a digital marketing context).

- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and effectively.

- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.

- Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

- Positive and proactive attitude, with a focus on fostering strong client relationships.

Preferred:

- Experience working in the digital marketing or advertising industry, with knowledge of key trends and platforms.

- Familiarity with campaign management tools, analytics platforms, and digital advertising strategies.

- Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment