Sales Jobs in Lake County, IL

The Planet Group is seeking an Account Executive to join one of our well-known global pharmaceutical clients.

The Account Executive serves as the primary liaison between the Ad Agency and the brand teams and is responsible for managing the day-to-day relationships within the Agency. Working in partnership with the Agency’s creative staff and external resources/suppliers, the position provides strategic direction and counsel to help the brand teams meet their business objectives/sales goals. This position will report to the Agency Account Manager.

• Pay: $31-33.75/hr depending on experience (W2 and benefit options)
• Duration: 12 mo to start (potential to extend / convert)
• Location: Hybrid in Mettawa, IL (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

Account Executive Responsibilities:

• Maintain an intimate understanding of the Agency Workflow Process including project initiation and kickoff, collaboration, necessary approvals, production and archiving
• Collaborate with the brand team in the development of project briefs
• Recommend key promotional tactics that align with the strategy and goals of the brand
• Issue client contact reports to ensure key information is being quickly communicated to all involved stakeholders
• Review creative development of a project during concept to completion to ensure specifications, client expectations, budgets, timelines, etc. are being adhered to
• Facilitate ongoing, timely and accurate communications to ensure all projects are completed on time and within budget
• Develop annual forecasts
• Conduct financial reconciliations on a monthly basis
• Track time on a daily basis
• Partner with creative team on project initiatives
• Accountable for tactical execution, compliance to all related guidelines and budget
• Adherence to all company-wide financial policies

Account Executive Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree required
• Master’s degree or equivalent related project or functional experience is desirable
• Total account management experience – 3-4 years preferred
• Pharmaceutical ad agency experience or in-house agency experience
• Pharmaceutical industry experience preferred (US, Global preferred)
• Excellent communications skills: verbal, presentation, written
• High energy, positive, organized individual who is comfortable in a high-visibility role
• Ability to manage high volume project scope in a fast paced creative environment
• Great collaborator with ability to focus on both the big picture and small details
• Strong critical creative thinking and problem solving skills
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task to enhance productivity and manage workload
• Demonstrate leadership in conflict resolution to facilitate effective outcomes
• Possess ability to work in a high-volume, rapidly paced environment
• Maintain knowledge of the client's guidelines including, but not limited to, corporate branding, promotional material development, PromoMats review and corporate compliance
• Possess a thorough understanding of accounts’ (both U.S. and Global) product attributes, marketing objectives, target audience, competitive environment, market dynamics and medical/regulatory/legal position

We’re offering a part-time opportunity for individuals who want to earn extra cash without disrupting their main job or studies. This role gives you the freedom to work from home at your own pace, learning simple ways to generate additional income.

No sales or special qualifications are required — only basic computer skills and a proactive attitude.

Responsibilities:

• Engage with provided training materials and follow clear steps

• Apply proven techniques to create small but consistent earnings

• Track your results and adapt based on your time and effort

• Communicate progress and feedback when requested

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older

• Basic internet literacy and access to a device

• Attention to detail and willingness to learn

• Self-discipline to manage flexible, independent work

Benefits:

• Work from anywhere

• No quotas or deadlines

• Ideal for students, parents, or part-time workers

• Opportunity to scale income with experience