Account Director, Shopper Marketing Agency

Position Overview

At Acosta Group—a leader in integrated marketing and retail solutions—you will be a dynamic marketing professional responsible for leading multi-market experiential initiatives while embodying our core values: People Minded, Integrity, Results Oriented, Trust, Teamwork, Innovation, and Balance. Join us to drive impactful client engagements and strategic operations with excellence.

Acosta Group unites trusted agencies to connect consumers with the brands they love, offering a fulfilling work-life balance and opportunities for career advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Challenge and manage a team of in-field Market Managers as well as an in-house team of Account Managers
• Identify venues and assist in multi-market site selection and negotiation
• Negotiate and manage vendors to ensure flawless execution and optimum return on cost
• Serve as the primary contact for national and regional clients
• Provide weekly status updates on program results, including personnel and client reporting
• Track and maintain all event budgets, ensuring bottom-line delivery for each project
• Manage crises by identifying field issues and developing effective solutions
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experiential marketing experience
• 8+ years of supervisory/management experience
• Proven expertise in client service, business development, and overall program management (concept, implementation, and execution)
• Experience managing a multi-market team of Market Managers/Event Managers
• Prior experience working with Target, Kroger, and Albertsons
• Previous collaboration with partner agencies
• Strong client communication skills with a focus on insight, analysis, and program reporting
• Solid understanding of social media tools and digital platforms
• Advanced computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and the ability to work in a digital environment

Benefits & Perks

• Salary Range: $85,800.00 - $102,118.00
• Job Category: Marketing
• Position Type: Full time
• Business Unit: Marketing
• Company: Acosta Employee Holdco LLC
• Req ID: 15317