Aquent Studios has a great opportunity for G9 Marketing Operations Manager who will oversee the
operations of the ecosystem marketing agile team, ensure successful campaign
development/implementation, measure campaign/initiative success, and drive internal alignment within
the agile marketing framework. This multifaceted role requires a combination of strategic thinking,
cross-functional collaboration, project management, and technical expertise – along with strong
leadership skills and a proactive, go-getter attitude that inspires and motivates the team to achieve our
goals.

Responsibilities:

• Campaign Development/Implementation:
• Lead campaign ideation, planning, and execution processes, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Develop comprehensive campaign strategies that leverage agile marketing principles, with a strategic view of both the big picture and intricate details.
• Monitor campaign progress and adjust strategies as needed.
• Agile Marketing Framework Support:
• Work with the cross-functional team to define best practices, and guide team discussions for innovation and alignment.
• Provide guidance on sprint planning, backlog management, and prioritization.
• Foster a culture of experimentation, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Facilitate collaboration and communication within the agile marketing team, encouraging team members to speak up and share insights.
• Ensure the adoption and adherence of agile marketing principles and frameworks.
• Operations Management and Measurement:
• Monitor and report on OKRs to measure campaign success.
• Coordinate and manage marketing operations, including resource allocation and budgeting.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement solutions to improve efficiency.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to processes, workflows, and metrics.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
• Remote. Travel, as needed, to Upper Gwynedd, PA

Qualifications:

• Minimums 3 years' proven experience in campaign development/implementation, marketing operations, and measurement.
• Familiarity with agile marketing principles and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of analytics and performance metrics.
• Experience using project management tools.
• Proven experience working with a variety of stakeholders and fostering cross-functional collaboration, demonstrating proactive leadership in discussions.

Technical Skills:

• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with a keen understanding of project management tools and/or ability to learn new tools quickly. Experience with JIRA and MURAL preferred.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office (including PowerPoint, Teams, OneNote).
• Proven strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and leadership skills, with a focus on guiding team discussions and fostering a strategic perspective.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficient in data analysis and reporting tools
• Emotional Intelligence: Demonstrating empathy, self-awareness, and the ability to manage emotions is crucial when dealing with a variety of stakeholders.
• Active Listening: Being an active listener allows you to understand the concerns and motivations of cross-functional stakeholders. It involves paying attention, asking clarifying questions, and paraphrasing to ensure a clear understanding of their perspectives.
• Conflict Resolution: Proficiency in conflict resolution techniques is essential when dealing with challenging stakeholders. Being able to mediate conflicts, find common ground, and facilitate open dialogue can help reach mutually beneficial resolutions.
• Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation skills enable the role to find win-win solutions with a variety of stakeholders. They should be able to assertively advocate for the team's needs while considering the stakeholder’s interests.

Aquent Studios is a global creative studio that delivers scale, speed and efficiency to the world's most recognized brands.  We create the work that matters the most to them-work that has a real impact on their business. As an Aquent Studio team member, you'll have the opportunity to engage with the largest and most influential companies in the world, solving design challenges and extending their brands across tactic types and platforms, including digital design, UI/UX, video, motion, content, print design, web development, and more.  If you want to do work that matters in a collaborative setting that values ingenuity and personal growth, you have found the right place!