Media Experts - Media Planning Supervisor

at  IPG Mediabrands

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Agency: Media Experts - Canada
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Job Function: Client Services
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Type of Contract: Regular

POSITION SUMMARY

The role of a Media Planning Supervisor is to manage our media planning product through preparing and presenting media plans, proposals, and analysis. The Media Planning Supervisor is also responsible for training and mentoring junior employees. This role requires you to work as part of an integrated media planning team to ensure the product is grounded in insights and experience, resulting in flawless media executions.

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in integrated media planning.
• Ability to develop positive on-going business relationships with a focus on client service.
• Ability to build strong internal relationships and partnerships.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively apply knowledge and insights gained from research resources to media planning.
• Strong presentation skills. Proactive approach to problem solving, supporting the team, self-development, etc.
• Proficiency with media research tools (e.g. Clear Decisions, Vividata, Neilson), and media tools (e.g. Prisma).
• Strong learning agility, with a passion for continuous development. Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Highly developed organizational skills with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Ability to travel as required.
• Post-Secondary education or equivalent professional experience – University graduate and/or advertising/marketing College degree preferred.
  Working collaboratively with Canada’s most iconic brands, Media Experts’ mission is to forge deeper connections with consumers. Our comprehensive view of this diverse and ever-changing landscape allows us to create impactful integrated media solutions. Since 1981, we have stood out as pioneers, thought leaders and mavericks. Our playbook for success is built on innovative approaches and unique technologies and is firmly rooted in our culture of care and commitment to our partners and collaborators. We are uniquely positioned to help our clients win in the Canada of today and tomorrow.
  Media Experts is a leading full-service media agency delivering integrated solutions for clients such as Bell Canada, Honda, Netflix, Interac, Moosehead, Pizza Pizza, Royal Canadian Mint and Specsavers. With three offices strategically located in Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver, Media Experts is part of the IPG Mediabrands network. For more information, please visit www.mediaexperts.com.

• Lead the preparation, writing and presentation of integrated media plans, proposals and analysis that satisfy client objectives and go beyond the brief.
• Confidently and effectively communicate with the leadership team to address needs of the account (e.g. ensure campaigns launch according to plan, address questions quickly with appropriate client communication, flag concerns, etc.).
• Proactively prepare and present evaluations of media opportunities, media trends and issues of interest to clients.
• Ensure that all media plans adhere to the agency’s values, philosophies and processes.
• Maintain the media plan and regularly evaluate the campaign performance.
• Effectively manage ongoing client expectations in regards to work back schedule, and deadlines.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and respectful partner relationships.
• Oversee the administration and maintenance of the buy.
• Oversee team members in preparing and maintaining accurate and client finance reports and budget control reporting (BCRs).
• Provide ongoing actionable feedback and training to direct reports in order to ensure performance and development goals are achieved.
• Proactively contribute to and/or prepare media point of views.
• Contribute to the improvement of overall product and image and making recommendations where appropriate.