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Group Director, Social Marketing & Strategy

New York, USFull-time$164k–$175k2026-10-20 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead social strategy across a portfolio of CPG snack brands, serving as a trusted advisor to senior clients and a mentor to a high-performing team.

Role type

Senior IC strategy leader (Group Director)

Builds

Integrated social marketing programs, always-on social campaigns, and strategic roadmaps for iconic brands

Domain

CPG / Snack brands / Social Media Marketing

Required skills

Social marketing strategy, client partnership, team leadership, stakeholder management, campaign roadmap development, trend identification, business growth, agency operations, social analytics, strategic advisory

Preferred skills

Executive presence, emotional intelligence, insight-driven strategy, cross-functional collaboration, entrepreneurial mindset

Technologies

Social platforms, social analytics tools, QBR frameworks

Responsibilities

Lead social strategy across a portfolio of brands; Serve as a senior client partner and trusted strategic advisor; Present recommendations and QBRs to executive-level audiences; Partner with creative, analytics, and account teams to develop integrated programs; Oversee always-on social programs and community engagement; Develop social strategies grounded in consumer and cultural insights; Identify emerging social trends and platform opportunities; Drive business growth by expanding client partnerships; Lead, mentor, and develop a team of approximately 15 people; Provide senior-level guidance while remaining hands-on in refining strategic work

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities