Account Executive

Account Executive

Selection communication & design is part of Perfetti Van Melle - a global confectionary company and makers of global product brands.

We are currently seeking for an Account Executive, for our Account Department based in Milan.

As an Account Executive you will be responsible of managing the entire creative development cycle of brands design & communication projects, from brief to delivery, reporting to the Account Manager.

Duties and Responsabilities

• Responsible for the development and coordination of packaging, communication and below the line activities, managing projects from development to completion including schedule creation, budgeting and invoicing.
• Deal with an international environment managing a global brand
• Serve as liaison to internal departments, to coordinate creative proposals workflow and meet client's brief and expectations.
• Handle multiple projects (including graphic design, adv, print, in-store) at the same time, directing much of the day-to-day work with the agency teams.
• Liaise with marketing departments in the execution of creative projects (presentation, revisions, approval).
• Participate to meetings, prepare reports documenting meeting discussion and next steps
• Undertake administrative tasks

Requirements

• At least 5 years’ experience in communication/packaging /below the line agencies, with a proven consolidated knowledge of the relevant structures and processes of Agencies environment  
• Degree in Economics or Communication 
• Ability to coordinate both packaging/graphic design and communication projects.
• Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Capability to deal both with local and international client contacts on daily basis, building a strong and positive relationship.
• Fluent English is mandatory
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• High degree of professional attitude: strong focus on accuracy, attention-to-detail.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook

Here in Selection there is a culture of respect and valorization of diversity.

Therefore, applications, recruiting processes and development paths in the company are opportunities open to all people without any type of discrimination.