Lead associate job description

The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. How? With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers - and sets a new standard for global reach, accuracy, and transparency. We are proud of the culture we have built. We value the unique experiences and perspectives that each person brings to The Trade Desk, and we are committed to fostering inclusive spaces where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work every day.

So, if you are talented, driven, creative, and eager to join a dynamic, globally-connected team, then we want to talk!
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:


Manage & coach a team of both Trading Analysts, Trading Specialists and Senior Trading Specialists. Lead trading vision for a portfolio of clients via effective storytelling & strategic account analysis. Expert at identifying ad hoc client opportunities and risks, and crafting a story with data to win effectively. Collaborate with internal teams across Client Services & Sales to create 12-month growth strategies for key client objectives. Create TTD client experts by being a trusted client resource and creative thinker. Work closely with Product Management and other cross-functional teams to help define features and enhancements to improve the platform. Help build our trading best practices, including creating training collateral and internal resources.



WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:



5+ years of programmatic, hands-on DSP and/or online ad operations experience. 1+ years of team management experience. Strong leadership skills: ability to set and communicate goals, measure accomplishments, hold team accountable, and give useful feedback; delegate and develop; keep people informed, and provide effective coaching. Proven track record of growing accounts by forging a strong relationship with clients, understanding their objectives and recommending best strategies. Experience in working with ad exchanges, aggregators, ad servers, and other optimization platforms. Solid experience in trafficking and optimizing CPA, CPC direct marketing campaigns preferably in an RTB environment. Advanced MS Excel skills. Outstanding troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, along with an ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a get-it-done environment. Effective time management skills - ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Self-starter - able to tackle new clients or territories with little guidance. Quick learner - able to rapidly grasp new technology and product change.


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The Trade Desk does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of The Trade Desk. The Trade Desk is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

The Sonoco Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) is designed to help you develop leadership skills, gain technical knowledge, establish strong business skills and understand Sonoco's culture and processes. The program is a blend of hands-on experiences and opportunities. Throughout the program you can expect to gain a better understanding of your leadership style and contribute to Sonoco through valuable project work.

Sonoco is a very diversified company. We have 16 business units and most are looking to hire, including; Rigid Paper & Closures, Global Plastics, Flexibles, Paper, Recycling, Consumer Technology/R&D, Protective Solutions, Tubes & Cores, and more! Whichever business unit you join, you can expect a tailored experience!
Your time spent in the ELP will cover specific core objectives as follows (but not limited to):
Technical Skills Training - Safety, Quality, Scheduling, Customer satisfaction Leadership Training - Supervisory skills, Performance Management, Mentorship Business Insights - Accountability, Execution, Risk Taking, Budgeting Culture Integration - including Communication, Collaboration and Innovation
Our hope is that in time, you'll be a business leader! Whether that means you become a Plant Manager, Director of Finance, Supply Chain Leader, Regional Manufacturing Director, etc., the opportunities are endless.

We want employees who can help us live our purpose each and every day. Our core belief is the People Build Businesses, by ‘Doing the Right Thing'. To become a member of the ELP you must have strong ethics, a passion for innovation, and be willing to go the extra mile.

We look for students who:
Have or will obtain a Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering, Sciences, Technology or Business by December 2022 or May 2023Previous internship experience (preferably in Manufacturing or functional area) Proven leadership experience Desire to work in a Manufacturing environment Technical aptitude
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills All ELP Associates must be open to relocation (immediately or in the future), and be willing to work rotating or late shifts. Although these positions are listed in specific locations, candidates will be matched based off their unique experiences and the specific location needs. We ask that our Emerging Leader and Interns remain flexible in their location preferences.

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We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.

Staff whose work requires or potentially could require any in-person interaction with Save the Children colleagues, partners, or beneficiaries must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless otherwise required by law. Save the Children complies with federal, state, and local laws with regard to accommodations related to this policy.

New Business Development provides leadership in Save the Children's efforts to achieve greater program results at scale through the successful pursuit of large and strategic US government development funding opportunities. We are currently recruiting for a Lead Associate, Technical Editor to provide support to proposal teams across multiple regions and technical areas to ensure that all proposals are of a high quality and compliant with donor requirements prior to submission. In this role, you will also support the copy editing, design, and formatting of marketing and external communication materials. The primary focus is on large-scale, competitive fundraising opportunities from USAID and other USG sources.
What You'll Be Doing (Essential Duties)

Proposal Development/Copy Editing (85%):


Serve as copy editor and production assistant for assigned opportunities coordinating with the Proposal team to ensure proposal materials are compliant and of high quality (grammar, punctuation, voice/tone, formatting/appearance, readability). Ensure readability and clarity of all materials and comply with donor/client and internal style guidelines. For oral presentations and co-creation activities, assist in the drafting and review of materials for the team to include presentation scripts, portions of slide decks, and succinct responses to donor questions and feedback. Review and analyze solicitation requirements and relevant donor feedback to ensure final proposals are compliant to RFA/P requirements, aligned with Save the Children criteria, and meet or exceed donor requirements. Provide support in the development of proposal graphics, utilizing Adobe Illustrator or similar. Support the development of select proposal inputs such as past performance references or organizational capacity information, compiling information from program source materials. At times, this role will support broader editing needs across International Programs, including narrative reports to donors/clients or other communication materials.



Strengthening Proposal Writing/Editing Capacity and Knowledge Management (15%):



Contribute to the development and upkeep of resources relating to proposal development, writing, editing, and production. Identify and strengthen proposal writing/editing systems and processes based on industry best practices. Work with bid team members to streamline writing, editing and production processes. Assist and conduct trainings for country offices on proposal production and copy editing best practices



Required Qualifications



Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent, plus at least 3 years of relevant experience Proven ability to learn new systems, including SharePoint Proven ability to manage a complex and varied workload, while adhering to tight deadlines Demonstrated successful analytical, and organizational skills. Demonstrated attention to detail Proven ability to multi-task and able to make decisions based on established practices and policies as appropriate. Experience in the international development sector, either in a communication, technical writing, or business development capacity Professional proficiency in MS Office suite Professional proficiency in spoken and written English Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with individuals and teams at all levels, both internally and externally Demonstrated commitment to fostering and maintaining and environment of diversity, inclusion, and belonging.



Preferred Qualifications



Formal editorial training Graphic or visual design experience Experience with USAID (highly desirable) Previous experience in an organization funded through USG grants/contracts and exposure to the proposal development of USG proposals Training and/or facilitation skills and experience



Compensation


Save the Children is offering the following salary ranges for this position, dependent on candidate location:


Geo 1- NY Metro, DC, and other locations with labor costs significantly above national average: Up to $78,000/ year Geo 2-Locations around the US National Labor Cost Average: Up to $71,000/ year Geo 3-Locations significantly below the US National Labor Cost Average: Up to $64,000/year


Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.


Why you should join the Save the Children Team...


Save the Children US offers outstanding benefits that include health, dental, vision and life insurances, pet insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, 403(b), generous vacation, personal sick leave, family leave, parental/adoption leave, commuter benefits, dress for your day, and much more.

Click here to learn more about how Save the Children US will invest in YOU!


About Save the Children


No matter your role when you join Save the Children, each and every day you will challenge yourself to devote your skills, talent and expertise to changing the world for kids. It's an ambitious goal, and a meaningful one no matter how you see yourself professionally: an accountant, a writer, a data analyst, a teacher, a driver, a designer, or any one of the hundreds of dozens of roles we're looking to fill every day.

You see, Save the Children believes every child deserves a future. In the United States and around the world, we give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. We do whatever it takes for children - every day and in times of crisis - transforming their lives and the future we share.

Our work for children and their families requires that we commit-at every opportunity-to work together to identify and dismantle persistent systemic and structural racism, inequality, and any other forms of discrimination in this country and beyond. As an anti-racist organization, Save the Children will not tolerate discrimination in any form-in our employment practices, amongst our staff, in our leadership or toward the people we serve. We stand in solidarity with
all
people to fight for equal rights, justice, inclusion, and belonging.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. Save the Children complies with all applicable laws.

Save the Children is committed to conducting its programs and operations in a manner that is safe for the children it serves and helping protect the children with whom we are in contact. All Save the Children representatives are explicitly prohibited from engaging in any activity that may result in any kind of child abuse. In addition, it is Save the Children's policy to create and proactively maintain an environment that aims to prevent and deter any actions and omissions, whether deliberate or inadvertent, that place children at the risk of any kind of child abuse. All our representatives are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with this commitment and obligation.

Save the Children is committed to minimizing safety and security risks for our valued employees, ensuring all are given training, support and information to reduce their risk exposure while maximizing the impact of our programs for children and families. Our shared duty, both agency and individual, is to seek and maintain safe working conditions for all.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)