| The Lead acts as an operational leader in providing local channel partners and their advertising partners with the support and tools to help promote brand-enhancing advertising and effective fund utilization through thought leadership, a deep understanding of the client's strategic priorities and key business objectives, a thorough understanding of each program's guidelines, intermediate knowledge of traditional and digital media, and expertise in both program administration and customer service. 
 This role is critical to our global client and customer success and each individual must be focused on serving as a brand ambassador, collaborating with internal and external team members, controlling quality, identification of potential risk and issues, being the voice of the customer, monitoring customer health, and providing excellent customer service.
 
       Assess workload, assign daily goals, and send team status updates to ensure that goals and SLAs are met. Anticipate internal hurdles and course correct as necessarySupport the establishment of productive workflows and team optimization across both US and global teamsReport and track metrics against established department benchmarks (AIM), action planning when necessaryDevelop an advanced knowledge of the assigned program(s) and serve as the day-to-day decision maker for the team and program operations, escalating as appropriateLead the implementation of special projects as directed by the client or internal teamsSupport with data loads and payment runsWork with a wide range of clients and customers (primarily via phone, chat, and email) to understand their marketing needs and resolve escalations independentlyMaintain accurate profile and communication records with proactive reporting tied to support and actions providedCoach customers and advertising partners in creating and submitting brand enhancing contentResolve helpdesk escalations and provide coaching to team, route tickets to the appropriate resources or supervisorOwn monthly release testing and enhancement QAEstablish and maintain website and reporting QC processesProactively communicate internally (and externally, if applicable) to keep all key stakeholders updated on program progress and performanceAssist with the compilation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting and provide actionable insights and recommendationsFully understand and lead channel partner marketing operational servicesFully understand program website(s) and tools for intermediate admin configurationLead partnerships by serving as a liaison with internal teams or key program vendor partnersCollaborate with teamParticipate in idea-sharing and brainstorming sessionsMaintain SOPs, Clarification & Exception trackers, and other account-related training documentsAble to flex up or down in job responsibilities when needed Required Skills/Abilities: 
      Proven technical competence including experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and social publishing platformsMultimedia digital knowledgeUnderstanding of industry trends and a passion for technological innovationStrong math, written and verbal communication skills, as well as proven problem-solving and multi-tasking abilityAbility to organize work, handle multiple tasks and meet deadlinesExceptional client and customer service skillsComfortable solving conflictA natural curiosity and an eager desire to learnEducation and Experience:
      Bachelor's degree in business, communications, marketing, journalism, or related field. Some outside training/continuing education within the field may be needed2-years agency or related experience and 6 months of formal or informal leadership experienceRemote-work experience preferred and demonstrated ability to work independently |