6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsVMLVML is a global creative company - formed from the unification of Wunderman Thompson and VMLY&R - two of the most-awarded creative agencies in the world.VMLVML is a global creative company - formed from the unification of Wunderman Thompson and VMLY&R - two of the most-awarded creative agencies in the world.Our Commerce practice is VML's newest and fastest growing end-to-end Creative Commerce proposition. Built on the commerce expertise of Geometry and scaled through VML's connected brand promise, we help modern brands grow by unifying marketing strategies around commerce. We believe the space of commerce holds the most untapped creative potential to grow brands and people.By understanding how, when and why people buy, we deliver the most engaging and culturally-relevant creative commerce experiences across Retail, Experience, Design and Innovation. We do this as part of a global network of over 30,000 people across 60+ markets. In Australia and New Zealand, VML has 350+ employees across 6 offices.VML AucklandVMLY&R Auckland is a fully-integrated communications agency that creates and delivers connected experiences to build brands, deliver results, spark conversations, and strengthen communities.To make this happen, we start by bringing our clients, respected partners, the best research and our passionate team of discipline experts together.Then we involve our audience and immerse ourselves in their world.The result is genuine connection.This is expressed through brand and customer experiences, creative commerce, emerging media, new technologies, or whatever it takes to reach people and deliver exceptional results for our valued client partners.Our culture is centred around making sure we're having fun in the process – carving out time to come together as a team to celebrate one another. We believe in growing our talent, offering flexibility and providing as many perks as possible to say 'thank you' to our awesome and diverse team of VMLers.About The RoleThis role is be based in Auckland within the 'Commerce' division of VML that's headed-up in Sydney, but you'll also be part of the broader VML Strategy team. As a senior Strategist, you will be comfortable devising data-based strategic insights and direction to apply to create briefs and support development of communications initiatives for a breadth of clients including category leaders in FMCG, Liquor, QSR and Automotive / Marine.Working closely with the NZ and AU Strategy, Account Service and Creative teams, this position provides both internal and client facing strategic direction of big ideas to activate in commerce. The ideal person will have deep understanding of shopper behaviour in the increasingly digital world (including social commerce) and be able to apply understanding to the planning process across everything from creative brief writing, to customer journey mapping and comms planning, through to research and presenting findings and recommendations internally and to clients.Key ResponsibilitiesCommission and understand qual and quant research, synthesise for insight, present and translate to the team for best effect. Conduct some qual and quant research or analysis.Develop and help sell in comms strategies for traditional shopper marketing, eCommerce and brand experiencesAttend creative reviews and be able to review and challenge work to ensure it meets the briefShopper journey mapping and comms planning to inform copywriting and creative developmentDevelop and write presentations and be involved in presentation teamsCo-lead and play key role in new business growth and pitchesOwning commerce excellence using our priority retail planning & insight platforms, forming an in depth understanding of key retailers, ecosystems, their shoppers and business prioritiesHelp to keep the whole team up to date on trends and points of viewResponsible for the strategic direction of execution during creative development both for content of message and communication channelChampion and co-lead our Creative Commerce propositionRequired Experience/Skills/Capabilities5+ years of relevant experience in comms strategy development, research and planning, with FMCG / Liquor and broader category retail/shopper experience and knowledge – agency or client-side experienceDeep understanding of the New Zealand Grocery and Liquor retail channelsWorking knowledge of relevant consumer goods categories that have different purchase cycles, and touch points including traditional and digital (incl. social commerce and eCommerce)Proactive in monitoring and interpreting key social and economic trends to develop interesting and provocative insights, write briefs and form strong creative relationshipsConfident to 'own' projects and creation of presentations with guidance and support from leaders and teamAbility to effectively manage timelines and deliverables of multiple projects simultaneouslyProven record of leading and converting new business opportunitiesExceptional oral and written communications skillsGreat attitude and a team player.VML highlightsThere Are Many Things That Make VML An Awesome Place To Work, But We Think These Are Worth a Special MentionBirthday Leave – a paid day off to celebrate your Birthday each yearSummer Days – 5 paid half days off each year during daylight savings timeLoyalty Leave – a paid day off each year to celebrate your work anniversaryEmployee Assistance Program access and 24/7 supportSeniority level Seniority level DirectorEmployment type Employment type Full-timeJob function Job function Business Development and SalesIndustries Advertising ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at VML by 2xGet notified about new Strategy Director jobs in Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand .Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand 1 month agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 1 month agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 6 days agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 3 weeks agoService Transition Manager, M&A (flexible location) Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand 6 days agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 2 weeks agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 2 months agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 1 month agoWe're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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