Account Director - AdFarm

Job summary

The Account Director is responsible for supporting client account portfolios, driving business growth, and delivering successful agri-marketing campaigns. They will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and build long-lasting relationships with key client decision-makers.

Job details

AdFarm, a 40+year-old Agri-Marketing business whose PURPOSE is to be a catalyst for the evolution of agriculture. Our clients range from crop and crop chemical, nutrition and protection to equipment, technology, sustainability, food and health. If you have experience working with this type of client—or want that experience—this role will be a great fit. As the Account Director, you are responsible for supporting various client account portfolios effectively supporting the client relationship, driving business growth, and delivering successful agri-marketing campaigns. You’ll love coming to work every day if you Get, Want, and have the Capacity to be accountable to the following: Lead, Manage & Hold others Accountable. Strategic Planning & Client Management Organic Growth Billings Annual Budgeting & Forecasting You’ll have success here if you value clear processes and feel qualified to do the following things: Build and maintain a strong, long-lasting relationship with key decision-makers at our client’s organization and across their business. Proactively identify client needs and opportunities and develop tailored strategies to address them. In some cases, serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring seamless communication and issue resolution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative and effective marketing campaigns. Lead and mentor the team of account managers, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. Delegate tasks effectively, provide clear guidance, and empower team members to deliver outstanding results. Monitor team performance and provide regular feedback to drive continuous improvement. Oversee budget management and financial forecasting for assigned accounts. Monitor project profitability and identify opportunities for cost optimization. Identify potential new business opportunities within the client accounts. Focusing on organic growth opportunities. Contribute to the AdFarm’s overall business growth and strategic direction. Quality Control We train our team to help them succeed, and everyone on our team helps with our success. In this role, you’ll need to come to the table with the following skills and qualifications: A bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, communications, business, or a related field is required. 10+ years of experience in client service, marketing direction or a related role within an advertising or marketing agency are essential. Strong organizational and time management skills An affinity to AI tools and willingness to adopt them strategically The capacity to lead and inspire cross-functional teams The ability to identify and resolve challenges A solid understanding of budgeting, financial reporting, and contract negotiations Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills The ability to think critically, analyze market trends, and develop innovative marketing strategies Strong knowledge of digital marketing channels, including social media, SEO, PPC, and email marketing We offer all employees 3% RRSP contributions on an annual basis, benefits with a Health Spending Account, Health and Cell Phone Reimbursements, and we can offer a hybrid working environment with a wonderful group of top talent individuals. Our culture is paramount at AdFarm, so we hire according to values, mutual respect and ability to work collaboratively in a high-performing team.

What you’ll do

The Account Director is responsible for supporting client account portfolios, driving business growth, and delivering successful agri-marketing campaigns. They will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and build long-lasting relationships with key client decision-makers.

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 10 years of experience in client service or marketing within an agency setting. Strong leadership, financial acumen, and proficiency in digital marketing channels are essential for this role.

Benefits

• 3% RRSP contributions • Health benefits • Health spending account • Health reimbursements • Cell phone reimbursements

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Contract Negotiation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Strategic planning
• Client management
• Budgeting
• Financial forecasting
• Team leadership
• Mentoring
• Digital marketing
• Social media
• SEO
• PPC
• Email marketing
• Market trend analysis
• Contract negotiation
• AI tools
• Time management
• Communication
• Budget Management
• Agriculture
• Financial Forecasting
• Management
• Strategic Planning
• Customer Service
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Contract Negotiation
• Critical Thinking
• Digital Marketing
• Email Marketing
• Financial Statements
• Forecasting
• Search Engine Optimization
• Marketing
• Innovation
• Marketing Strategies
• Market Trend
• Organic Growth
• Pay Per Click
• Social Media
• Time Management
• Team Performance Management
• Quality Control

Job areas

• Marketing
• Management & Leadership
• Agriculture
• Consulting
• Creative & Media
• Account Director
• Account Manager (General)
• Commercial Sales Representatives
• Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products