The Minnesota Insert and Print Media Group currently has an opening for a full-time Client Services Coordinator. This candidate must possess a 4-year college degree, solid organization, strong business communication skills, intelligent curiosity and demonstrate the ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities include:

• Development and management of client production schedules

• Ownership of creative trafficking

• Management of format and creative clearance

• Creation and processing of insertion orders

• Direct client relationship and liaison between internal Paradysz divisions and industry vendors

The ideal candidate must:

Have 1-2 years of client management/agency/administrative experience (Insert & Print experience a plus)

Have advanced PC skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)

Have strong communication skills

Be detail and solution oriented

Take initiative and show commitment

Be able to work under tight timelines

Please send resumes and salary requirements to: careers@paradysz.com

We’re looking for a Client Services Account Manager to join our Direct Mail Client Services team who is proactive, passionate, and possess both analytical and relational skills and the desire to achieve ultimate customer service satisfaction through complete project management.

Direct mail / media / marketing agency experience is a plus.  The Client Services Account Manager will participate in customer service, Client Services Account Manager, marketing, and media planning functions including:

Development and management of media marketing plan

Serve as a client service account management in oversight of client and agency partner relationships

Logistical marketing project management

Marketing program evaluation via analytical trending

Required Traits

• ·   4 year college graduate degree preferred, but not required
• 3+ years of applicable business experience preferred
• Detailed understanding of the Direct Mail industry issues, concepts and industry trends
• Strong written and verbal communication skill (interpersonal relationship skills are a must)
• Ability to meet deadlines (internal and external)
• Advanced analytical Direct Mail industry skills (e.g., must be able to calculate response rates, be comfortable analyzing history and experience with mail planning)
• Ability to manage accounts on day-to-day basis with little direct supervision; unsupported client interaction (e.g., leading client meetings, presenting mail plans and/or test list recommendations)
• Growing independence and increased ownership of client relationship
• Functional management skills:
  • Management of own workload and that of a team (superior organizational skills)
  • Ability to delegate work to team member and have overall responsibility for its completion
  • ·   Desirable traits include:
    • o    Enthusiasm/passion/desire
    • o    responsiveness to learning
    • o    reliable
    • o    ability to speak within a small group
    • ability to continually learn and contribute
    • Proficient computer skills (Advanced Excel (preferred), Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)
    • Heightened attention to detail
      • Seeks process improvements and efficiencies
      • Offers creative solutions to impact clients business outside of plan (e.g., merge priority, applying  strategy learned on one client to another)

• Support Account Team on other client requests (i.e. Advantage Analysis, Client Budgets, Variance reporting)

• Responsible for keeping Account Director informed of the general pulse of the day-to-day business

Benefits: 

The selected Client Services Account Manager candidate can expect a competitive starting salary and a complete benefits package.

Please submit your resume and cover letter with salary requirements to: jobs@paradysz.com

Paradysz is looking for a College graduate with strong mathematical and analytical skills, proficiency in Excel. Strong multi-tasking ability is critical. Prefer an individual who has an accounting/finance or business/marketing background and practical experience working with formulas/spreadsheets. 1-3 Yrs related experience required. Will also work with our proprietary research, marketing information and campaign planning software.

Responsibilities include:

• Media plan development, management, and execution
• Client management for projects and day-to-day communication
• Logistical project management covering internal resources and external vendors
• Program evaluation through analytical trending for a variety of client metrics
• Support Client Services team on ad-hoc client requests

The ideal candidate must:

• Have a 4 year college degree – prefer accounting/finance/economics/business/marketing degree
• Have a minimum of 1-3 years of client management experience or related business experience
• Have direct mail experience inclusive of analytics or have worked in a business environment that incorporated analytics – working with formulas/spreadsheets
• Be able to discuss specific client management experiences and share a tangible example of previous analytical work
• Be detailed oriented
• Possess strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Be an effective communicator (both verbal and written)
• Have strong computer skills with proficiency in Excel specifically Pivot Tables including building formulas into tables, and advanced functions such as indexing, weighting, ranking, variance, vlookup, macros, etc.
• Be able to identify problems and offer solutions
• Have the ability to thrive in a multi-tasking environment
• Some travel required

We offer competitive salary commensurate with experience, complete benefits package and great opportunity for learning and growth.

Please submit your resume and cover letter with salary requirements to jobs@paradysz.comwith Associate Manager, Client Services – FL in the subject line.

We are looking for an Associate Manager, Client Services who is a proactive and passionate team player, and possesses both analytical and relationship skills to join our Client Services team serving top clients from well known U.S. companies. Previous direct mail, client service work and agency experience is a plus.

Responsibilities include:

• Media research, evaluation and analysis for direct mail/email campaigns, data profile analysis, append opportunities

• Media Plan (Direct Mail) preparation – will train on our proprietary database software.

• Client management for projects and day-to-day communication

• Support Client Services team on ad-hoc client requests

• Manage vendor relations along with light order production

The ideal candidate must:

• Have a 4 year college degree – prefer marketing/advertising/business degree

• Have a minimum of 1-3 years of client management experience or related business experience

• Have direct mail experience inclusive of analytics or have worked in a business environment that incorporated analytics – working with formulas/spreadsheets

• Be able to discuss specific client management experiences and share a tangible example of previous analytical work

• Be detailed oriented

• Possess strong mathematical and analytical skills

• Be an effective communicator (both verbal and written)

• Have strong computer skills with proficiency in Excel specifically Pivot Tables including building formulas into tables, and advanced functions such as indexing, weighting, ranking, variance, vlookup, macros, etc.

• Be able to identify problems and offer solutions

• Have the ability to thrive in a multi-tasking environment

We offer competitive salary commensurate with experience, complete benefits package and great opportunity for learning and growth.

Please submit your resume and cover letter with salary requirements to: jobs@paradysz.com

(Associate Manager, Clients Services – NJ in the subject line.)

We are looking for an energetic, multi-tasker for a growth oriented position working on our largest account team. Our firm works with a wealth of brands, both national and regional, providing media and analytic solutions for direct mail, email and customer marketing programs.

 Responsibilities:

• Managing and placing media orders for direct mail, email and other strategic marketing solutions

• Client management for projects and day-to-day communication

• Support Client Services team on ad-hoc client requests

• Manage vendor relations

Required Skills:

• 4-year degree in business and/or marketing OR experience equivalent but we’re willing to train the right individual

• Be detail oriented

• Be an effective communicator (both verbal and written)

• Proficient with MS Office and other standard programs (we’ll train you on our proprietary marketing, research and production tools)

• Have the ability to work with a wide variety of personalities

• Be able to not only identify issues or potential issues but offer solutions and

• Have the ability to thrive in a multi-tasking environment, working with a variety of high profile national brands.

We offer competitive salary commensurate with experience, complete benefits package and great opportunity for learning and growth.

Please submit your resume and cover letter with salary requirements to: jobs@paradysz.com

(Coordinator, Clients Services – NJ in the subject line.)

Paradysz is looking for a College graduate with strong mathematical and analytical skills and proficiency in Excel. Prefer degree in accounting/finance or business/marketing. Strong multi-tasking ability. Will also work with our proprietary database software program on a daily basis. Looking for an enthusiastic individual for an entry-level position

Responsibilities:

• Media plan preparation – will train on our proprietary database software

• Media research, evaluation and analysis

• Managing vendor relations along with light client communication

• Production liaison helping ensure the timely and accurate delivery of media

• Overall support to client services team

Required Skills:

• Have a 4-year college degree – prefer business/marketing/accounting/finance/economics

• Possess strong mathematical and analytical skills

• Be detailed oriented

• Offer strong communication skills (both verbal and written)

• Have the ability to thrive in a multi-tasking environment

• Have strong computer skills with proficiency in Excel specifically Pivot Tables including building formulas into tables, and advanced functions such as indexing, weighting, ranking, variance, vlookup, macros, etc.

We offer competitive salary commensurate with experience, complete benefits package and great opportunity for learning and growth.

Please submit your resume and cover letter with salary requirements to jobs@paradysz.com

 (Coordinator, Client Services – FL in the subject line)

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Marketing, Management Consulting, or Interactive Consulting. A Marketing Project Manager is a team leader who is responsible for projects within a larger piece of business. Project Managers ensure projects are efficiently executed by creating solid project plans, budgets, schedules, risk plans, etc.

The position reports to the Marketing Strategy team and entails working across all PARADYSZ business lines (Digital, Direct, Market Research, Analytics and Technology). The Marketing Project Manager will provide leadership and support to insure that the business and delivery goals of the engagement are fully met and consistently exceed client expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Produces top down and bottom up budgets, project schedules/plans, risk plans, communication plans, etc. using the correct tools that accurately reflect the scope of work but that also consider client expectations and Paradysz economics

• Develops status reports and leads status meetings

• Develops resource plans by working with capability project leaders to ensure appropriate resources are in place throughout each project

• Coordinates all project deliverables to ensure team is staying on track with deliverables

• Proactively adjusts budgets and resources as appropriate in accordance with scope

• Guides team on mitigating risks

• Proactively identifies opportunities to adjust processes for efficiencies, engages the appropriate stake holders prior to making any major changes

• Incorporates quality control processes into each project – i.e. testing, proofreading

• Manages change request process – identification and documentation of a change in scope

Areas of Expertise:

Project Management

• Manage multiple work streams across multiple disciplines or units (Digital, Direct, Analytics, Market Research, Multi-Channel, Marketing Strategy)

• Quality Control

• CPM certification welcome but not necessary

Marketing Communications

• Branding, Mass Media, Digital, Social, Direct, Sales

Marketing Strategy

• Customer Segmentation

• Competitive Positioning and Value Proposition Development

• Go to Market Strategy

• Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

• Multi-Channel Marketing Optimization (Attribution and Media Mix)

• Marketing Performance Measurement and Improvement

Marketing Technology

• Knowledge of technology development lifecycle

• Knowledge of quantitative analytic tools

While not expected to initially command all areas of expertise listed above, a breadth and depth of understanding in many of the above areas will be helpful, while the position will provide ample opportunity to broaden your expertise in a field your passionate about. Furthermore, while a depth of professional experience is required, PARADYSZ is a strong believer that ability combined with a nurturing environment breads success, provided you are:

• Adept at handling multiple and/or complex tasks/projects

• Self starter, with self-confidence

• Effective communicator

• Creative thinker

• Analytic and a problem solver

• Passionate and an influencer

Compensation will be commensurate with the level of expertise.

Education:

Bachelors Degree required

Please submit your resume and cover letter to: jobs@paradysz.com

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Marketing, Management Consulting, or Interactive Consulting. They will have a strong understanding of business and consumer marketing issues and concepts – CRM or EMM experience a plus along with proven business development skills.

They will impart that knowledge in a consultative approach, by delivering their expertise consistent with the dynamic needs of clients. The Marketing Strategist helps foster the big picture of our clients’ needs and works across all PARADYSZ business lines to craft solutions. We’re seeking a professional with a strong academic background who can contribute to and design effective Marketing strategies, enabling our high profile global clients to better meet their business objectives.

Working in the Marketing Strategy team entails working across all PARADYSZ business lines (Digital, Direct, Market Research, Analytics and Technology). The Marketing Strategist will provide leadership and support to insure that the business and delivery goals of strategic engagements are fully met and consistently exceed client expectations.

Typical activities will include run client meetings, analyze business issues and develop insights & action-items for client recommendations, develop quality client deliverables and manage projects. The Marketing Strategist will also be passionate about Marketing Strategy to drive thought leadership in the subject for their and our clients’ edification.

Responsibilities:

• Develop understanding of client’s business needs, industry drivers and competitive dynamics at corporate and business unit levels

• Conduct analysis of multiple solution options, developing and recommending a strategic approach that meets the client’s business objectives and enables client to compete effectively

• Lead stakeholder interviews, facilitate workshops and deliver presentations

• Manage and nurture client relationships

• Author various deliverables for the engagement

• Manage engagement work streams and ensure on time delivery of project deliverables

• Proven business development skills

Areas of Expertise:

Marketing Communications

• Branding, Mass Media, Digital, Social, Direct, Sales

Marketing Strategy

• Customer Segmentation

• Competitive Positioning and Value Proposition Development

• Go to Market Strategy

• Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

• Multi-Channel Marketing Optimization (Attribution and Media Mix)

• Marketing Performance Measurement and Improvement

Analytic

• Understanding of qualitative and quantitative tools and approaches to solve complex business and marketing decisions

Although not expected to initially command expertise in all areas above, a breadth and depth of understanding in most of the areas will be helpful, while the position provides ample opportunity to broaden your expertise in a field your passionate about. Furthermore, while a depth of professional experience is required, PARADYSZ is a strong believer that ability combined with a nurturing environment breeds success, provided you are:

• Adept at handling multiple and/or complex tasks/projects

• Self starter, with self-confidence

• Effective communicator

• Creative thinker

• Analytic and a problem solver

• Passionate and an influencer

Compensation will be commensurate with the level of expertise.

Education:

Bachelors Degree required

MBA’s prevalent in Marketing Strategy team

Please submit your resume and cover letter to: jobs@paradysz.com

The New York office currently has an opening for an Accounts Payable Specialist. This candidate must have a minimum of 5 years solid AP experience and must be able to multi-task and work on several entities at once. Individual must be extremely organized, detailed oriented and able to work independently. Job functions include coding and input expenses at detailed level and payment processing. Must have experience with bank reconciliations, ad-hoc reporting and expense reimbursements. Knowledge of Mas500 a plus. Excellent Excel skills a must.

We offer a competitive starting salary, full benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to: jobs@paradysz.com

PM Digital is growing and we need you! PM Digital is looking for a full time, mid-level developer to oversee and handle advertising and marketing campaign technology execution - specifically within the email business. This person will be responsible for direct deliverables and release.

In addition to the day-to-day campaign custom development and resource management, the individual will have the opportunity to build supplemental tools and applications across all channels of business. In addition, this individual would potentially be involved with maintaining existing core business applications.

Requirements:

Technical:

• 3+ years in Microsoft SQL Server
• Building databases, scripts, stored procedures
• 3+ years in a web language, ColdFusion preferable 3+ years in HTML

Traits:

• Attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Understanding business, ability to translate into Technical
• Understanding the Internet and Email
• Experienced with some management of resources
• Effective, clear communication
• QA testing

Pluses:

• .NET / C# experience, VS 2010
• ColdFusion MX
• Off shore consulting experience
• Email Technology

Please send cover letter and resume to jobs@pmdigital.com.

Our New York office has 2 openings for entry-level Internet/SQL Database Developers in our Information Technology group. We are seeking motivated, detail-oriented individuals with the desire to learn and grow with our group. The right candidate will possess the ability to work in a team and effectively communicate with other team members as well as clients. BS in IT related field or 1-2 years in equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop eCommerce web pages using ColdFusion
• Design and create database tables and stored procedures
• Query data from database
• Hand-edit HTML
• Develop, maintain, and administer automated data transfers (EDI)
• Quality assurance
• Vendor and client contact

Skills:

• HTML (required)
• SQL (required)
• CFML (preferred)
• Javascript (preferred)
• Application testing
• Attention to detail
• Effective communication
• Familiarity with the Internet
• C#/ASP.Net a plus

We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes medical insurance, 401K plan, and flexible spending plan.

Please submit resume along with salary requirements* to: Jobs@paradysz.com 

*We will not consider applications without salary requirements.

Our New York office has 1 opening for a mid-level C# Developer in our Information Technology group. We are seeking motivated, detail-oriented individuals with the desire to bring their talents and grow with our group. The right candidate will possess the ability to work in a team and effectively communicate with other team members as well as internal account management teams. A BS in IT related field and 2+ years of experience required.

Environment:

Paradysz runs on a multitier C# winforms application. You will be quickly integrated with our current development staff to immediately help enhance and extend this application.

Required Skills:

• C# for WinForms
• Database structure
• Complex T-Sql (stored procs, functions, ssis packages)
• Understanding of Object Oriented Programming
• Understanding of multi-tiered architecture

Desired Skills:

• XML and Webservices (publishing and integration)
• HTML, JavaScript, ASP.Net, PHP
• Cold Fusion

Job Functions Skills:

• Exceptional problem solving skills
• Gather and document specifications
• Proficient with office suit (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
• Work in a group and independently
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to multi-task many internal needs and projects
• Communicate effectively with senior management
• Maintain a project schedule, and deliver in a timely manner
• Report effectively to Manager (progress, deadlines…)

We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes medical insurance, 401K plan, and flexible spending plan.

Please submit resume along with salary requirements* to: Jobs@paradysz.com 

*We will not consider applications without salary requirements.