Senior VP of Strategic Planning, CPG

Publicis Groupe; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 269,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Flexible time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Spark Foundry, part of Publicis Groupe, seeks a senior media strategy leader in Chicago to drive multi-channel campaigns and client partnerships. You will guide strategic media initiatives, oversee planning, and lead client interactions to shape investment decisions and outcomes.

The role requires a track record in media strategy, excellent presentation skills, and ability to lead teams in a fast-paced agency environment. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits provided.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in marketing and communications with progressive leadership roles.
• Proven ability to present plans to clients and influence decision-makers.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills under tight deadlines.
• Excellent leadership, management, and motivational capabilities.
• Fluent experience across online and offline media channels.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and execute strategy to define the future direction of client business.
• Lead all aspects of media planning for key client accounts.
• Manage client interactions and foster strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with analytics and investment teams to derive consumer insights.

Skills

Media planning

Client relations

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

Leadership

Digital tools

Tools

Media Tools

Job description

Spark Foundry, part of Publicis Groupe, seeks a senior media strategy leader in Chicago to drive multi-channel campaigns and client partnerships. You will guide strategic media initiatives, oversee planning, and lead client interactions to shape investment decisions and outcomes.

The role requires a track record in media strategy, excellent presentation skills, and ability to lead teams in a fast-paced agency environment. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits provided.