Project Manager

Opportunity is in the Kansas City MO Metropolitan area, please do not apply if you don't live in the area!

Project Manager

Hybrid!

Seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and energetic Project Manager.

This role involves managing multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely and successful execution of media tactics. As a Project Manager, you will collaborate with advertisers, internal teams, and some of the most prominent associations in the United States. The ideal candidate excels at keeping projects on track through proactive communication and strategic foresight. Minimal travel is required.

Responsibilities:

• Liaison among association partners, advertisers, and vendors
• Collaborate with advertisers to ensure timely delivery and compliance with material specifications; efficiently handle late submissions and necessary edits
• Oversee the ad review and approval process in partnership with clients and vendors
• Work closely with sales, design, editorial, and digital teams throughout the project planning, sales cycles, and execution process
• Provide exceptional customer service to advertisers, association partners, vendors, and internal team members
• Adhere to strict production schedules and deadlines
• Deliver high-quality work with speed and accuracy
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and handle last-minute assignments effectively
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and apply effective problem-solving skills
• Ensure quality control of all projects

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Business, or a related field
• 3–5 years of professional experience in project management, advertising, or media execution
• Familiarity with media planning and buying processes, timelines, and terminology
• Understanding of print production and digital ad specs/formats
• Proven ability to manage projects independently from initiation through completion
• Experience working with external vendors and internal cross-functional teams
• Proven track record of remaining calm and focused in high-stress, time-sensitive situations
• Knowledge of ad trafficking and performance trafficking tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Highly detail-oriented with commitment to accuracy
• Ability to produce high-quality work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
• Problem-solving mindset with proactive follow-through
• Proficient in Google Workspace
• Experience with Trello, HubSpot (or similar CRM platforms), and Adobe Creative Suite is a plus
• Willingness to travel occasionally (approximately 6 times per year)

For immediate consideration, please email your resume to: janine.bedora@spencerreedgroup.com

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