Manager, National Brand Experience

What we're looking for? An intelligent, passionate, up and coming agency Account Director that is looking for a transition to the client side. We want someone that has experience leading great advertising and is passionate about bringing strategy and creativity to Arby's. We are looking for someone with extensive experience leading the entire creative development process from brief/strategy through shoots and post-production. You will help lead our creative and content strategies and work with our agency, Fallon, in the concepting and execution of great campaigns. You'll also have the opportunity to lead disruptive ideas for our foundation and franchise development. Why should you work here? We have scale -- with over 3,000 locations, over $3 billion in sales, and over $100 million in annual advertising spend. But, we're nimble, not hierarchical. This role will have a key responsibility in building our brand and driving our business with direct access to our brand leaders and CMO. Decisions are made in minutes and hours, not days. We're a company that believes in a strong culture, fun work environment, and rewarding based on performance. We don't tolerate drama and politics. It's all about contributing as part of a team towards our objectives. If you come here and do great, you'll have the opportunity to advance your career. We believe in building our brand and business through creativity and innovation. We've been fortunate to have made a positive impact with the brand in culture: Grammy's Tweet http://www.adweek.com/adfreak/arbys-slayed-grammys-tweet-about-pharrell-williams-hat-155237 Pepsi Commercial http://www.bloomberg.com/bw/articles/2014-12-05/arbys-best-commercial-yet-is-actually-for-pepsi Jon Stewart http://www.eonline.com/news/625052/jon-stewart-rejects-arby-s-job-offer-this-motherf-king-thing-ain-t-over-watch-now Our sales growth has been among the strongest in our industry: http://www.cnbc.com/id/102627368 And we're appreciative http://adage.com/article/agency-news/arby-s-fallon-billboard-ads/296740/ In short, we're looking to add a great leader to a brand with a ton of potential in an outstanding work environment. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Formal Job Description POSITION TITLE: MANAGER, NATIONAL BRAND EXPERIENCE FLSA STATUS: Exempt PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: Play a leadership role in driving Arby's brand positioning and product promotions RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Developing brand and product communications strategies 2. Work with cross-functional Arby's team and Agency of Record on advertising creative: television and digital/social content 3. Lead marketing initiatives to drive awareness, engagement, and donation for Arby's foundation (http://arbysfoundation.org/) 4. Lead marketing initiatives to grow Arby's Franchisee base EDUCATION QUALIFICATION: Required Minimum: Undergraduate Degree Preferred: Graduate Degree EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION: Required Minimum: 5 -- 7 years in an advertising agency account management role, with extensive experience leading television strategy, concepting, shoot, and production process. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES: * Strategic prowess: someone that asks why first * Brand builder: all channels are an opportunity to connect * Creative Champion: someone that lives and believes in amazing ideas and innovation * Excellent oral and written communication skills * Ability to multi-task effectively * Strong team orientation and interpersonal skills * Well-organized and a self-starter * Excellent attention to detail * Availability to travel up to 20% Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled