(Senior) Marketing Specialist - Brand and Sponsorship PMO Leça do Balio

(Senior) Marketing Specialist - Brand and Sponsorship PMO
Porto
Leça do Balio, Porto, Portugal

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Marketing team as a Senior Marketing Specialist.

Who we are:

Fed
Ex is the largest express transportation company in the world, connecting more than 220 countries and territories. We work to deliver the most important package of someone’s day, and this is just part of our story. We’re a leader in technology solutions and digital innovation, providing data insights that boost opportunities for our global customers. We’ve made logistics and warehousing a science fueled by innovation. With 530, 000 team members, we are as diverse as the world we serve. We love what we do, and we do it well. Our reach is big, and so are our dreams. Join us and let's write our next chapter together.

Key Activities

1. Provide structure, oversight, coordination, and relationship management to ensure the successful execution of the Brand and Sponsorship projects and plans.
2. Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and schedules to ensure alignment and timely execution. Identify and implement process optimizations, including integrating AI tools for better forecasting, risk analysis, and
   - making.
3. Lead and support Agile project delivery across
   - functional teams, promoting best practices and alignment with business objectives.
4. Coordinate efforts between internal teams and external partners or agencies to ensure smooth implementation.
5. Manage project budgets and resources, monitoring and adjusting as necessary to ensure success.
6. Engage with key stakeholders across functions and local markets to maximize opportunities and ensure alignment.
7. Identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and monitor issues throughout the project lifecycle.
8. Maintain clear communication with all stakeholders, serving as the main point of contact for updates and reports.
9. Oversee the quality of agency deliverables, ensuring standards and objectives are met.
10. Track activation performance against KPIs and milestones, preparing reports for stakeholders.
11. Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and guidelines.
12. Conduct
    - activation reviews to assess performance, gather learnings, and recommend improvements.

What do you bring with you:

We’re looking for team members who are:

• Experienced in project management, especially overseeing global sponsorship activation projects.
• Proficient in AI-powered project management tools and experienced in implementing AI solutions in a PMO environment.
• Deep understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban) with a record of managing Agile transformations.
• Accountable, proactive, and able to communicate effectively to inspire and persuade.
• Collaborative, able to work effectively with internal and external partners, and skilled in relationship management.
• Strong analytical,
  - solving, and critical thinking skills, with the ability to adapt and remain resilient under pressure.
• Brand-savvy with experience in branding, marketing, or communications.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• 10+ years in a PMO role within a marketing or brand organization, preferably in multinational companies.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related fields.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Power
  Point and Excel.

What do we offer:

• Attractive compensation package
• Training and development opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee
  - rate shipping
• Career growth opportunities

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Fed
Ex is committed to diversity and inclusion, and we are an equal opportunity employer.