Manager Prjt Mgmt

About us:  As a Fortune 50 company with more than 400,000 team members worldwide, Target is an iconic brand and one of America's leading retailers. At Target, we have a timeless purpose and a proven strategy and that hasn’t happened by accident. Some of the best minds from diverse backgrounds come together at Target to redefine retail in an inclusive learning environment that values people and delivers world-class outcomes. That winning formula is especially apparent in Bengaluru, where Target in India operates as a fully integrated part of Target’s global team and has more than 4,000 team members supporting the company’s global strategy and operations. Joining Target means promoting a culture of mutual care and respect and striving to make the most meaningful and positive impact. Becoming a Target team member means joining a community that values diverse backgrounds. We believe your unique perspective is important, and you'll build relationships by being authentic and respectful. At Target, inclusion is part of the core value. We aim to create equitable experiences for all, regardless of their dimensions of difference. As an equal opportunity employer, Target provides diverse opportunities for everyone to grow and win.   Fueling the continued success of one of the world’s most beloved and recognized brands is a distinctly capable, creative and innovative Marketing organization well known for inspiring and surprising guests and we pride ourselves on connecting them to the products and experiences they expect and deserve from Target.   Roundel, Target’s retail media network, offers the world’s leading advertisers industry leading digital advertising solutions.  More than ¾ of American adults shop Target, which translates into incredible scale for advertisers to connect directly with our guests and deliver best-in-class marketing outcomes!  We design and deliver impactful marketing for brands and their agencies resulting in engagement. Pyramid Overview: Roundel is Target’s entry into the media business, a sell-side business built on the principles of first party (people based) data, brand safe environments, and proof that our marketing programs drive business results for our clients. We operate with the ethos of trust and transparency and that media works best when it works in everyone’s best interest. At the very root of that, Roundel is here to drive business growth for our clients and redefine “value” in the industry by solving core industry challenges vs. copy current industry methods of operation. We are here to drive a key growth initiative for Target and to lead the industry to a better way of operating. A role with Target in India Marketing (Roundel Program Management) is an opportunity to work with some of the best in the business for marketing, strategy, media & digital and you’d lead work that connects to millions of guests. Your influence will drive sales and grow brand love through work that’s guest-centric, on brand, category relevant and channel focused. The Roundel Program Management team comprises digital marketing experts with a deep understanding of Target’s Creative vision & guardrails, creative project management, operations, and the guest experience. They steward the brand, drive end-to-end creative execution and associated process management ensuring on-time delivery and operational excellence. As a Manager, Project Management, Marketing (Roundel Program Management) you will operate at the intersection of your team and the business. At the core, you are expected to lead a team of Program Managers at category business/client tier level. You will partner closely with Roundel Partner Solutions, Creative, Media Ops, and Product teams to understand our brand partners and Target’s strategic priorities and lead end-to-end program management for Roundel campaign creatives. You will be responsible for campaign creative execution lifecycle management & client service across a series of accounts, leading a team of Program Managers. You will also be responsible for working closely with many areas of Target leadership including Roundel Global, Creative, Media Ops, Roundel Site Merchandising, Target in India Marketing, and Target Creative. Other internal partnerships include Roundel Business & Sales Operations, Target Merchandizing, Target Brands, Business Affairs and Legal. External partnerships include external vendors, agency partners and 3rd party partners. As a Manager, Project Management, Marketing (Roundel), you will be responsible to:- Digital Creative Execution: Develop and drive campaign creative execution strategy & manage campaign creative lifecycle. Provide program management oversight to assigned accounts of business in support of revenue goals. Leverage insights and data as part of influencing creative execution strategy for campaigns Serve as a steward of the Target brand in support of Target’s purpose to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. Articulate creative and media strategies to executive-level internal and external stakeholders (as needed). End-to-End Process Management: Drive end-to-end campaign creative process management for set of accounts, ensuring on-time delivery and operational excellence. Provide guidance and oversight of process evolution and solutions to support new & changing business needs. Partner with working CFTs and other internal stakeholders to drive vendor/client/brand strategic priorities by accounts. Relationship & Stakeholders Management: Manage day-to-day operations and associated communication & relationship for pool of accounts Develop strong partnerships with business and partners in Site Merchandising, Category Marketing, Merchandising, and Business Affairs to problem solve and drive revenue growth for assigned accounts and support of teamwork flow. Effectively present, communicate, and manage expectations regarding creative and business execution strategies, and key decisions to Roundel leadership teams and larger organization. Drive business reviews at team/accounts/capability levels Team Leadership: Develop and oversee team resourcing, identify gaps and opportunities in support of your accounts, and activate appropriate actions. Coach and lead teams through on-the-job experiences, connect resources, remove roadblocks, and provide feedback. Elevate team expertise by leveraging industry trends to influence and evolve team. Engage and inspire team to achieve challenging goals and high standards of performance. Innovation: Recommend and drive new digital solutions that facilitate additional revenue execution strategies in support of revenue goals. Partner with Partner Solutions, Media Ops, Product, and Operations to drive innovation and support risk taking to enhance the guest experience and drive revenue growth. This position reports to the Director, Roundel Program Management. Core responsibilities of this job are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs. About you: Graduate in any discipline (preferably Marketing / Communication Management) or equivalent ++ years total experience with 7+ years in Account Management or Account Planning or Content Strategy in the Digital space with ability to manage multiple large projects Team leadership & talent management experience is a must Experience with a large marketing / advertising firm or directly with a corporation Exposure to multichannel marketing creative & communication Strong understanding of digital and social platforms as well as their use in marketing Excellent project management and resource management skills Strong analytical skills with superior attention to details, resourceful, and self-motivated Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal skills, and ability to tailor message as appropriate Proven ability to engage consistently and influence teams & stakeholders for better business outcomes Ability to collaborate with multiple business partners and work effectively with global teams Ability to work in a fast-paced environment & manage ambiguity Demonstrated ability to share actionable recommendations in a concise and persuasive manner Build a culture of creative thinking and innovation Strategic thinker, passion for creative, initiative driven Useful Links: Life at Target- https://india.target.com/ Benefits- https://india.target.com/life-at-target/workplace/benefits Culture- https://india.target.com/life-at-target/diversity-and-inclusion Target is one of the world’s most recognized brands and one of America’s leading retailers. We make Target our guests’ preferred shopping destination by offering outstanding value, inspiration, innovation and an exceptional guest experience that no other retailer can deliver. Target is committed to responsible corporate citizenship, ethical business practices, environmental stewardship and generous community support. Since 1+46, we have given 5 percent of our profits back to our communities. Our goal is to work as one team to fulfill our unique brand promise to our guests, wherever and whenever they choose to shop. We'll contact you if you're selected for next steps. In the meantime, follow us at A Bullseye View for the latest news. Our Benefits We care about and invest in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.