Senior Media Investment Director

4 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Publicis CoLab Full time
Company Overview

Publicis CoLab is a global media platform that drives smart application of investment through leveraging scale, marketplace innovation, and deeper partnerships. Our team is at the forefront of the converging marketplace, building data-informed, tech-enabled media to help marketers connect with consumers in a measurable way.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced media investment professional to join our team as an Associate Director, Client Lead. As a key member of our Local Media Investment team, you will be responsible for bringing strong thought leadership to client and team engagements, preparing and presenting Local Landscape and marketplace to internal teams and external clients, and overseeing a team of Supervisor Client Leads and Negotiators.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in Local Media Investment or Media Planning, with a proven track record of delivering polished presentations and packaging, merchandising, and selling-in concepts and new opportunities. You will also have a strong understanding of local media measurement (Nielsen and Comscore) and experience with Microsoft Suite, HMX, OX, Prisma SWAD, and Tapscan.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Bring strong thought leadership to client and team engagements.
  2. Prepare and present Local Landscape and marketplace to internal teams and external clients.
  3. Oversee a team of Supervisor Client Leads and Negotiators for skill development, time and expense reporting, goal and performance reporting.
  4. Assist Director with projects, VBS integrations, and reporting, deliverable progress/timeline management.
  5. Build relationships with senior Management in the vendor community.
  6. Manage team training program participation across multiple topics; lead sub committees for team challenges and innovation; mentor people managers and Supervisors to further grow.
  7. Collaborate with Planning/Strategy & Client Leads to brainstorm for increased innovation in client communication and productivity.
  8. Drive process automation improvement to decrease team level of effort.
  9. Analyze market level costs and collaborate with PMX on pricing benchmarks.
  10. Participate in new business by representing all areas of Local Media.
Requirements
  • 7+ years of experience in Local Media Investment or Media Planning.
  • Exhibit sharp attention to detail and strong math skills.
  • Proven leader, who is approachable, collaborative, responsible, and accountable.
  • Have an advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (specific attention to Excel and PPT), as well as experience with HMX, OX, Prisma SWAD, and Tapscan.
  • Have a strong understanding of local media measurement (Nielsen and Comscore).
  • Enjoy delivering polished presentations and know how to package, merchandise, and sell-in concepts and new opportunities.
What We Offer

Publicis CoLab provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off. We are committed to fostering belonging and creating equitable and inclusive experiences for all talent.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.



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