Assistant Account Executive

Company Description

Martin Retail Group isn’t your typical “ad agency.” We are LOCAL retail marketing specialists who provide strategic turnkey solutions for global blue chip brands like Cadillac, GMC, Buick, Chevrolet, and Planet Fitness. Founded in 1977 in Birmingham, Alabama, we more have more than 350 team members across the United States. MRG is also partners with Leo Burnett Detroit and a member of the Publicis Worldwide global network.

Job Description

Summary:
We have an excellent opportunity for an entry-level individual to join our Account Services team in the position of Assistant Account Executive (AAE). The individual will assist with the coordination, executive and communication of advertising activities for the Western Region and Buick-GMC Local Marketing Associations (LMAs).

Responsibilities:

• Support an Account Supervisor in managing multiple LMA groups
• Maintain contact with and obtain input from Account Supervisors for implementation of advertising programs (including model selections, incentive selections, creative rotations, etc)
• Communicate regularly with Regional Account Director and Account Supervisors within the market to obtain both direction and offer strategic insight
• Manage and distribute regular Regional Reporting, including weekly inventory reports and sales reporting for internal team and client team
• Track Regional incentive changes and LMA specific incentives
• Manage regional calendars and meeting dates, as well as reporting needs for said meetings
• Maintain communication with necessary vendors and handle their questions and needs accordingly
• Communicate with Digital and Account Service Teams for media trafficking management
• Attending status meetings and producing status reports
• Assisting with special projects as needed

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter, with your salary requirements. 

Thank you for your interest in Martin Retail Group!

Qualifications

Education:
4-year college degree in marketing, advertising, management or related field

Skills and Experience:

• Strong communication skills, verbal and written, and presentation skills
• Detail-oriented, strong organization skills are a MUST in this role
• Analytical ability
• Client-focused with a strong sense of urgency
• Good interpersonal skills; must have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Self-starter, takes initiative and is comfortable leading a project from start to finish

Additional Information

Compensation Range: $35,000 - $52,000 annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.