Senior Project Manager

Hogarth is the Global Content Experience Company. Part of WPP, Hogarth partners with one in every two of the world's top 100 brands including Coca-Cola, Ford, Rolex, Nestl, Mondelez and Dyson. With a breadth of experience across an extensive range of sectors, Hogarth offers the unrivaled ability to deliver relevant, engaging, and measurable content across all channels and media - both established and emerging. The number of channels at our fingertips; the need for speed; and the drive for mass personalization, all mean that brands need different solutions. Our global team of over 7,500 craft and technology experts brings together creative, production and innovation to help clients navigate this exciting and ever-changing world of today's content experience.

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore. WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500. Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.

The Role

The Senior Project Manager is the primary day-to-day contact with the Client Marcom team and works closely with their Producers, Project Managers, Image Producers, Print Production Manager, and Channel Sales Program (CSP) Managers to implement channel campaigns for CEMEA.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end to end localization of all Channel marketing materials (from briefing to delivery) on the agency side
• Build strong client relationships which enable a clear understanding of the client's Channel partner structure and print vendors. Be the go-to person for Channel Marketing asset localization and production
• Build strong internal relationships across the agency (Traffic, Content, Interactive, Studio, Print Production, Finance and Operations)
• Lead planning for new projects: liaising with the client and line manager
• Update daily tracker during live project shared with Producers and Deployment
• Highlight opportunities for improving processes and align internally and with Client's Producers prior to implementation
• Own the basics of client service including creating and updating agendas, timing plans, contact reports and cost estimates
• Communicate the briefs to the studio and print production teams, and ensure that the correct creative direction is being taken
• Immerse yourself in the client's brand and offering
• Set and manage client expectations ensuring they follow the agreed workflows and collaborate to find swift resolution on any issues
• Manage the approval of quarterly budgets, flagging important budget fluctuations to the client and line manager
• The ability to write, prepare and present project documentation, presentations and reports with a strategic mindset and point of view
• Ensure that the line manager is aware of all client issues and proposed solutions (including potential delays) to ensure swift resolution and avoid further escalation
• Act as a brand QC/Guardian always ensure brand guidelines, QC checklists and procedures are followed
• Keep GAD/CSD and FD informed of any circumstances which would positively or negatively affect forecasts
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the Hogarth business model, services and technology
• Organize teamwork, create a balanced work schedule and ensure people are able to deliver results
  
  

Requirements

• Degree or diploma and a minimum of 8 years solid agency/localization experience gained working on global retail and/or shopper accounts, from creative development to final production
• Good knowledge of print, color retouching and digital artwork productions processes and best practices
• Experience in financial management and understanding the importance of accurate financial management
• Excellent spreadsheet skills in both Excel, Keynote and Numbers. Demonstration of experience in managing complex spreadsheets
• Excellent English skills, written and verbal, is a prerequisite. Arabic is preferred, not a must.
• Attention to detail, analytical thinking ability and passion for the work are essential
• A hands-on, can-do approach to solving problems
• The ability to prioritize and work quickly and efficiently within very tight time frames
• Must be able to travel as required, sometimes several weeks at a time
  
  

Impact and Inclusion

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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