Vice President, Operations

Company description

Publicis Groupe is a global leader in communication and is positioned at every step of the value chain, from consulting to execution, combining marketing transformation and digital business transformation. Through a unified and fluid organization, Publicis Groupe partners with its clients across communication, media, data and technology to ensure access to the full breadth of capabilities in every market. Present in over 100 countries, Publicis Groupe employs around 103,000 professionals.

The VP of Growth Operations is the strategic operator who turns vision into reality. In this high-impact leadership role, you ll be the force that enables our Growth team to compete and win at the highest levels. You ll orchestrate the complex operations behind our new business efforts, managing everything from pitch logistics and resource coordination to data integrity and operational excellence.

This isn t a behind-the-scenes role; it s a visible, strategic position where your expertise directly influences our competitive positioning and our ability to deliver world-class pitch experiences. If you thrive on details, love solving complex operational puzzles quickly, and want to work alongside senior leaders driving billions in new business, this role is your opportunity to make a tangible impact on our growth.

• Pitch Logistics Mastery
  – Own the end-to-end operational execution of our new business pitches. Coordinate internal resources, optimize physical and technological setups, manage fiscal responsibilities, and ensure flawless delivery across our US office locations. Your expertise ensures our teams can focus on winning while you handle the complexity.
• Strategic Resource Partner – Serve as the primary liaison with critical Publicis resource teams including Facilities, IT/AV, and Operations. Build relationships that unlock speed, quality, and innovation in how we implement.
• Pitch Environment Architect
  – Lead renovation projects that transform our pitch spaces into competitive advantages. Work cross-functionally to design and implement environments that inspire creativity, enable collaboration, and deliver exceptional client experiences.
• Process Innovator
  – Continuously evaluate and refine operational workflows. Identify friction points, implement solutions, and create efficiencies that allow the Growth team to operate at peak performance.
• Cross-Functional Collaborator
  – Partner with Global Operations, Finance, HR, and BD teams to ensure alignment on reporting, processes, and strategic initiatives that support our growth objectives.

• Deep Agency Operations Expertise – 10+ years in media agency environments with proven experience in production, event management, and complex operational execution at scale.
• Communication Excellence – Exceptional coordination, written communication, and editing abilities. You can translate complex operational details into clear, strategic narratives for any audience.
• Strategic and Anticipatory Thinking – Forward-thinking attitude that anticipates needs before they arise and proactively develops innovative solutions to operational challenges.
• Cross-Functional Leadership – Demonstrated success leading and influencing across global, matrixed organizations where collaboration and relationship building drive results.
• Operational Rigor Meets Agility – Relentlessly detail-oriented without losing sight of broader business objectives. You balance precision with pragmatism and know when perfection matters and when speed wins.
• Thrives Under Pressure – Calm, composed, and effective in high-stakes, fast-paced environments. Comfortable managing off-hour timelines, global coordination, and competing priorities without missing a beat.
• Proactive Self-Starter – Highly organized and self-directed. You don t wait for assignments; you identify what needs to happen and make it happen.
• Bias for Action – Strong decisiveness and ability to move forward with incomplete information. You gather what you need, make informed decisions, and execute with confidence

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