IMI Agency Project Manager Beer, Wine & Spirits Chicagoland Area Status: Full Time | Hybrid Location: Chicago, IL (ONLY) Reports to: Director of Accounts IMI's Mission: IMI Agency specializes in Building Better Beverage Business for our Hospitality Clients with innovative marketing programs and promotions, interactive food & beverage merchandising and operations tools, staff training, and recognition/reward programs for all channels in the global Hospitality, Retail, and eCommerce industries. IMI programs create brand value and opportunities, driving F&B revenues and guest engagement for our investors and clients. Job Summary: We are seeking a client-focused, driven, organized, and analytical Project Manager to join our team. This individual will work closely with IMI's Director of Accounts to support several hospitality client accounts across the concessionaire, lodging, cruise line, and dining segments. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational and communication skills, demonstrate a polished and professional demeanor, and be comfortable presenting to both internal and external stakeholders. This role requires advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and prior experience working as an on-premises operator within the hospitality industry. Experience in project management and bar operations is highly preferred. Candidates located in the Chicagoland area are strongly preferred. The Project Manager will perform a variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to high-level administrative support, coordination and planning of client programs, industry activities, and events, data research and analytics, and assisting in the development and execution of program strategies. This individual will support client beverage programs by managing supplier relationships, compiling and analyzing purchase data, assisting with the development and tracking of beverage promotions and limited-time offers, and supporting other marketing initiatives designed to drive customer satisfaction, quality service, and compliance with corporate and franchise standards. The Project Manager will also serve as a liaison for internal and external communications and assist in the execution of creative materials. Additional responsibilities include coordinating and facilitating RFP processes, training, on-site and virtual meetings, presentations, and other cross-functional projects as needed. Critical Competencies: Given the high visibility of IMI Agency within leading hospitality, retail, and eCommerce operators and beverage suppliers in B2B and B2C communities, along with the ethical, transparent, fiduciary, and legally compliant ethics of our company, all IMI team members must be intelligent, mature, well-polished, trustworthy, and have a high standard of ethics and leadership. You must have confidence and class in conducting IMIs and the Client's mission but also know how to get constructive feedback and implement the necessary changes in performance and work, based on that feedback. You must dress and carry yourself in a manner that is superior to the standard, along with speaking and writing clearly. Adaptability I Communication I Job-Related Business Focus I Planning & Organizing I Problem Solving Teamwork I Technical Expertise / Work Habits Key Responsibilities:
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IMI Agency is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees. If this describes you and you can work in a highly structured environment, completing tasks with precision, we want to hear from you! Contact: hrdept@imiagency.com IMI Agency (Incentive Marketing, Inc.) specializes in Building Better Beverage Business for Hospitality Clients through innovative marketing programs and promotions, interactive food & beverage merchandising and operations tools, staff training, and recognition/reward programs across the Chain Hospitality industry. IMI programs create brand value and opportunities with consumers while driving food and beverage sales and profits for our Hospitality Operator clients. For over 30 years, we have maintained a singular focus: to manage in the best interests of our clients. We exist as an extension of our clients, a partner—there to simplify the complex, to be transparent, to offer a unique perspective that goes beyond the bottom line...but is always completely aligned with their goals and objectives |