Budweiser. Bud Light. Stella Artois. Michelob ULTRA. That's right, over 100 of America's most loved brands, to be exact. But there's so much more to us than our top-notch portfolio of beers, seltzers, and more. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we're looking for people like you to join our shared dream. We dream big to create a future with more cheers. Are you up for the Challenge?
DraftLine is a data-driven creative group within Anheuser-Busch designed to transform AB into a market leader in the beverage space through customized stories and experiences for consumers. This group represents the integration of the "madmen" and the "mathmen" thinking. draftLine is seeking a multi-skilled, passionate, and hands-on marketing leader who believes the way to build brands is drastically changing and wants to be a part of the team driving that revolution at Anheuser-Busch.
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Description
The draftLine team is looking for a Strategy Director to oversee a portfolio of Brand work and a team of draftLine Strategists. This person will act as a steward of our Brand teams, working cross-functionally with draftLine (Strategy, Creative, Production, Social Listening and Analytics, Media), Brand, and partner agencies to craft insights-driven strategies that increase the cultural relevancy of our Brands. The Strategy Director will strengthen Brand team relationships, proactively identify creative opportunities that fulfill our Brands' business needs, while mentoring and growing their team.
Key Responsibilities
- Translate Brand business needs into data-driven and consumer-focused creative briefs
- Drive clarity for cross-functional draftLine team, ensuring objectives, timing, and KPIs are clear and aligned upon with stakeholders
- Mentor and develop multiple Brand-dedicated draftLine Strategists
- Identify strategic Brand opportunities from deep understanding of the category, trends and competitive landscape
- Shape the development of work with sound creative, channel mix, and measurement feedback and recommendations
- Educate on and promote channel best practices and advise Brand teams accordingly
- Analyze and action performance metrics into optimization strategies
- Act as a draftLine and Anheuser-Busch culture ambassador
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degreein related field
- 7+ yearsexperience
- Social/digitalexpertise and deep understanding of connections strategies
- Self-starterdemonstrating proactivity, grittiness, and ability to take ownership
- Highly creativeproblem solver adept at liaising between teams to drive results
- Accountmanagement experience preferred
- Previousexperience managing a team and desire to lead
- Thrives in afast-paced environment
- CPG experiencepreferred
Anheuser-Busch is here for the times that matter. The moments where we celebrate, defy challenges, dream of the brighter future we are building today- and all the moments in between. We are a company that brings people together for richer conversations, stronger communities and a future with more cheers!
Challenge Accepted! Apply Today!
- Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection
- Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies
- 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution
- Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners
- Free Beer!
As the leading global brewer, Anheuser-Busch InBev is committed to finding innovative ways to continually improve. It's this kind of thinking that creates a unique work environment by rewarding talent, celebrating diversity, and encouraging forward thinking. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.