Account Executive

Business Overview

Barrows is a commerce experience agency dedicated to building the world’s leading experiences for brands and retailers. We combine data-led strategy, creativity, and technology to engage and convert shoppers online and in-store. From shopper marketing to retail toolkits, display design, category management and store design, we deliver end-to-end solutions that don’t just meet expectations, they re-imagine them.

Backed by the scale and innovation of WPP and VML, our global team re-imagines what’s possible at the intersection of creativity and commerce. We bring together strategy, design, and AI-powered insights to help clients achieve more with less all fueled by a can-do spirit, relentless curiosity, and the belief that remarkable experiences can both build brands and grow real business results.

Roles & Requirements

Barrows is looking to bring on a dynamic and results-oriented Account Executive to join our team, focusing on commerce across key customers. This role is pivotal in driving integrated marketing strategies that leverage commerce insights to enhance brand presence and performance in the digital and physical retail landscapes.

In addition to bringing a killer attitude and energy, this individual must be able to:

• Drive the creation and implementation or retail experience (both physical and digital).
• Manage creative projects and be the key liaison between clients and strategy and design teams. In these cases, you will be responsible for clearly defining the project scope, managing the timeline, and ensuring ongoing communication among all parties.
• Serve as main point of contact for clients and manage their project needs, from initial brief to implementation within the studio to final reveal.
• Proactively anticipate both internal needs and client needs to ensure accurate and timely delivery of projects.
• Passion for health and wellness brands and the environment in which they operate to contribute to briefs and deliver great work.
• Develop the skill to convert research information to shopper marketing ideas that are right for your brands.
• Champion outstanding collaboration between departments to get to better work.
• Participate in strategic and tactical planning sessions with a mind to innovation Responsible for the highest quality of creative briefs.
• Proactively solve problems with oversight from the manager and escalate issues as appropriate.
• Collaborate well with internal agency teams and external agency partners to drive integrated programs.
• Strong attention to detail and organization, demonstrated through actions such as: effectively proofing own and others’ work to ensure accuracy.
• Actively and effectively manage timelines, budgets, and deliverables of multiple projects simultaneously.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a marketing agency, retailer, or digital company
• In depth understanding of the Retail landscape and ecosystem
• Shopper/retail experience for CPG or health and wellness brands preferred
• Digital experience preferred
• Experience with brand and trade activations
• Strategic, entrepreneurial mindset with hunger for growth
• Excited about working in a startup environment
• All-hands-on-deck mentality
• Comfortable working with clients; strong interpersonal skills
• Proactive and decisive; driven and logical thinker
• Lead by example and perform well under pressure
• Computer literate, administratively strong, attention to detail, accountable
• Proven track record of building revenue in a retail marketing environment
• Ability to work in the office 3 days a week.

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this role is $46,000 to $67,000*

*exact compensation will be determined based on individual experience

Benefits include:

• Unlimited PTO
• Medical, Dental, Vision (with an option for free medical care!)
• 401K with a % match
• Various maternity/paternity leave options
• Fully funded disability and life insurance options
• Headspace subscription
• Wellness Stipend
• and more....