VP, Strategic Planning – Pharma Ad Agency Experience Required

EVERSANA

. Own the process to develop actionable insights, ensuring they are real, rounded, and impactful .

Posted 4/28/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $189,520 - $253,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the process to develop actionable insights, ensuring they are real, rounded, and impactful
Lead Directors and their teams with confidence and creativity, fostering strategic brilliance
Partner effectively with Creative Leaders, Group Account Directors, and subject matter experts to drive strategic initiatives
Continuously refine the Strategic Planning department to meet the evolving demands of the digital space
Infuse traditional marketing knowledge with a deep understanding of digital trends and client needs
Promote a culture of collaboration and partnership across various teams and departments
Develop and mentor team members, empowering them to take ownership and lead with confidence
Bring curiosity and creativity to the table, exploring new ways to help clients thrive in the digital world
Create and execute strategic plans that align with client goals and market trends
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to ensure the organization remains at the forefront of strategic planning
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

Requirements

What you’ll need

15 years (or more) of Account Planning experience
Seasoned leader not too far divorced from being the all-star player—you’ve had a stint at the helm of the department or managing a large account with a sizeable team
Consensus builder with the vision to create roadmaps that guide execution of all planning-based programs
Deep appreciation of the digital space; practical activation experience required
Understanding that planning is not an abstraction, bringing proven techniques to influence the process and be at the heart of the work
Master storyteller with a compelling communication style that attracts others
Educate, counsel and inspire planning team members, as well as clients and agency, on emerging trends
Bachelor’s degree in marketing or advertising required; agency experience a must

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

Account PlanningStrategic PlanningDigital MarketingMarket Trends AnalysisStorytellingClient ManagementProgram ExecutionTeam LeadershipCreative StrategyData Analysis

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunicationMentoringCreativityCuriosityConsensus BuildingEmpowermentDiversity and InclusionAdaptability

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in MarketingBachelor’s degree in Advertising