DeMoQ (Cambodia) Co., Ltd.

Activation Manager

GeneralPosted 4 hr ago

Location

Phnom Penh

Job Type

FULLTIME

Work Mode

On-site

Industry

Advertising Services

Languages

Khmer, English

Description

The Activation Manager leads the agency's brand activation and experiential marketing, owning the strategy, delivery, and commercial performance of below-the-line (BTL) campaigns for key clients.
This senior role translates client objectives into activation strategies, including roadshows, sampling, in-store and trade promotions, product launches, consumer events, and integrated online-to-offline (O2O) experiences, and oversees their execution nationwide.
The Activation Manager leads the activation team, manages budgets and margins, builds long-term client and vendor partnerships, and drives new growth, while working with the Service Operation Director to set standards for quality, safety, and operational excellence.
Translate client marketing and sales objectives into activation strategies, concepts, mechanics, and measurable KPIs.
Lead the development of activation proposals, including concepts, location strategy, manpower plans, timelines, and budgets, in collaboration with Account Service and Creative teams.
Oversee the planning and execution of multiple concurrent activations across Phnom Penh and the provinces, ensuring consistent delivery to brand standards.
Lead on-ground at flagship and high-risk activations, and act as the senior escalation point for issues during execution.
Own activation budgets, cost estimates, and quotations, and ensure each project meets agreed revenue and margin targets.
Review and approve project costs, expenses, and cash advances.

Requirements

Logistics, vendor management, permits, and event safety; proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google space.
Good command of Khmer and English, both written and spoken; willingness to travel to provinces is required, and a valid driving license is an advantage.
Strategic thinking and the ability to turn client objectives into effective activation solutions.
Strong leadership, people development, and team management.
Commercial acumen, budgeting, and negotiation.
Client management, presentation, and pitching skills.
Quick decision-making and problem-solving on-ground and under pressure.
Ability to manage multiple projects with strong attention to quality and safety.
Flexibility to evenings and weekends, with professionalism and integrity.

Required Skills

LogisticsVendor ManagementPermitsEvent SafetyMicrosoft OfficeGoogle WorkspaceKhmerEnglishWillingness to TravelDriving LicenseStrategic ThinkingClient Objective TranslationActivation SolutionsLeadershipPeople DevelopmentTeam ManagementCommercial AcumenBudgetingNegotiationClient Management