Snr Resource Manager

Oliver+; Johannesburg; Remote; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative agency in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Resource Manager to ensure efficient resource allocation across projects. The role involves strategic oversight, collaborating with project managers, and resolving potential resource conflicts. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and 3+ years of experience in agency settings.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in an agency setting.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in resource scheduling & management.

Responsibilities

• Manage resource allocation and capacity for projects.
• Forecast project needs and communicate with various teams.
• Identify and resolve potential resource conflicts.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership skills

Job description

OLIVER+ Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaSNR Resource ManagerOLIVER+ Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsOLIVER+ is a global team of creative thinkers, tech-savvy trendsetters, and production pros specialising in film, CGI, automation, AI, motion design, and digital / print content.

We partner with over clients in 40+ countries and counting.

Our focus is to connect clients with high-quality solutions, talent and ambitious opportunities worldwide.As a part of The Brandtech Group, we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work.

Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.Role : SNR Resource ManagerLocation : Remote until further noticeAbout the role : OLIVER + is seeking a talented and versatile Senior Resource Manager to join our in-house studio.Working with the Project Managers and Account Managers, the Resource Manager has strategic oversight of each market (Global and SN) and ensures the account is resourced efficiently.Liaising with each market, the Resource Manager helps to assess capacity levels at key milestones before the projects land and works with the teams to provide resource solutions to support each project.The Resource Manager will also manage a portal that gives accurate capacity information and is updated regularly for any and / or all of the various markets within their regions.What You'll be Doing : Regularly meet with the dedicated Project, Account Managers and Account Directors from each market / channel to forecast incoming projects and build resource solutions to help capacity manage the regionsIdentify and resolve any potential resource conflicts and resolving / or escalate to Production Leads / Account Director prior to a crisis occurring.Help to provide solutions to bottle necked projects and how we can either (and not limited to) : Share resource from other regionsStagger deliveriesStagger the start of projectsIdentify priority projectsLook for opportunities of reusing assets,Works in close contact with the Resource Managers in other regions to ensure effective resource management, sharing resources across the globe where possible to support each other.Pull the weekly traffic report.Supply weekly reports pertaining to forecasted capacity and highlight any potential issues and / or lull's in capacity.Ensure on a daily basis that the team is all busy and work is being evenly spread amongst the team.Share weekly and monthly utilisation reports to showcase efficiencies gained, highlighted areas to be investigated where necessaryBuilds strong and mutually beneficial relationships will all discipline leadsResponsible for allocating and monitoring 'Shared Talent Pool'Knowledge of the contractual core team, assisting predictions of resource requirements.Help manage and complete campaign reports assigned at a global level and populated with market-level data and insights.Understand and master the resource management tool in order to ensure the most accurate and relevant data is gatheredIdentify a network of direct / reliable short-term support staff in localised areasUnderstanding and ensuring client specific contract terms are adhered to.Successfully manages the teams' expectations on the delivery and capacity of the studio.Develop a deep understanding of the creative resources skills, work methodologies and establish a close working relationshipDevelop close working relationships with the other regional leads.What You'll Need : Excellent organizational and communication skills, including attention to detailComfortable booking and managing resource in studio settings with high-volume, fast-paced workThe ability to multitask effectively and deal with constant requests and changesThe understanding of agency and account processesGood negotiation and problem-solving skillsExperience dealing with global teams and resources.Encourages others and demonstrates good leadership skills in cross-discipline, multi-level teamChallenges convention by exploring alternativesPossess an entrepreneurial spirit and willing to learn the key skills for running a business3+ years of relevant experience in an agency setting is ideal.3+ years of experience in the following : Resource scheduling & managementCreative conceptingCampaign or creative asset productionAdapting and activating toolkitsTrafficking work through Creatives, Strategy and Designers (static and motion)Our values shape everything we do : BeAmbitiousto succeedBeImaginativeto push the boundaries of what's possibleBeInspirationalto do groundbreaking workBealways learningand listening to understandBeResults-focused to exceed expectationsBe actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creationsOLIVER+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected.

All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.OLIVER+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets.

Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.

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