Manager, Agency Operations

Loblaw Companies Limited; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail organization in Toronto is seeking a Manager, Agency Operations to coordinate integrated marketing campaigns. The ideal candidate will have strong project management and leadership skills, along with a background in marketing. This role involves liaising between teams, managing project plans, and ensuring timely delivery of campaigns. Join a progressive company committed to sustainability and diversity.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Flexibility

Competitive benefits

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience with a proven track record of successfully leading complex projects.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, adept at managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Be the key liaison between agency teams and Brand Partners.
• Create project plans to govern all campaigns and initiatives.
• Develop executional briefs and ensure the successful delivery of campaigns.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Project management tools

MS Suite

Job description

Overview

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well. At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

At Loblaw Agency, we expertly translate our customers’ needs into real, engaging work that speaks to Canadians and drives brand love. Join our growing team and come dream up original creative for some of Canada’s most loved and trusted brands!

Role Mandate:

We are looking for a Manager, Agency Operations, who will help plan and execute integrated marketing campaigns with both leadership skills and an attention to detail. This role will serve as the primary point of contact between our agency and marketing teams, representing the interests of each group to ensure campaigns are delivered and objectives are met. The ideal candidate will be a problem-solver with experience leading creative and client teams through marketing projects. The Manager, Agency Operations will report to the Sr. Manager, Agency Operations and support our retail and/or control brand portfolios.

What you’ll do

• Be the key liaison between our agency teams and Brand Partners to help drive projects through the organization
• Create project plans to govern all campaigns/initiatives
• Identify and manage ongoing risk by iterating, troubleshooting, and problem solving as necessary
• Develop workback schedules and establish key milestones (i.e., major stakeholder reviews, approvals, delivery deadlines, etc.) to deliver projects successfully and on time
• Facilitate creative shares and relay feedback from stakeholders to internal teams, ensuring that all feedback is addressed
• Hold team members accountable to deliver their obligations as outlined in project plans
• Attend and participate in regular weekly and monthly meetings (i.e. intake, resourcing, status, forecasting and reconciliation, etc.) by speaking to relevant projects
• Prepare, circulate, and organize consolidated meeting documentation in advance of and/or after meetings
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including strategy, creative, production, media, operations, and more, to ensure seamless project execution from end-to-end of each project
• Work with the broader Agency Operations team to forecast, track and reconcile agency fees and production costs
• Develop executional briefs, traffic sheets, and asset matrices, other documentation to ensure the successful delivery of integrated campaigns

What you’ll need

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 3+ years of relevant experience with a proven track record of successfully leading, managing, and delivering complex projects
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide cross-functional teams
• PMP, CAPM, PMI-ACP or CSM designations considered an asset
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Proficiency in project management tools and MS Suite
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously
• In-depth knowledge of production workflows, industry trends, and emerging technologies
• Business acumen and a customer-focused approach
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note: Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.