Senior Media Planner - Montreal (administrative region) - WPP Media

    WPP Media
    WPP Media Montreal (administrative region)

    1 week ago

    Description

    Senior Media Planner – WPP Media


    Join WPP Media as a Senior Media Planner and shape the next era of media.

    About WPP Media


    WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for people, planet, clients and communities. Visit for more information. WPP Media is WPP's global media collective that brings the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. Visit for more information.

    Role

    • Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformation Creativity.
    • Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
    • Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.

    We are part of GroupM, WPP's global media investment management company.

    About The Role


    The Senior Media Planner is responsible for developing client‑specific media plans across all media disciplines, providing supporting research and day‑to‑day client contact and servicing on assigned accounts. This person may also provide supervision and training to junior team members.

    Your Impact


    Client Service

    • Day to day client contact
    • Responsible for carrying out client requests and assist projects for the group
    • Develop and nurture relationships with clients, external agencies, and media partners

    Leadership

    • Successfully supervise the workflow of Media Planners and Assistant Media Planners for the day‑to‑day running of the account, ensuring that tasks are completed on time, project status is monitored.
    • Mentor and train junior staff members

    Planning

    • Responsible for the development of client specific media plans across all channels
    • Provides interpretation of competition and other research data
    • Implements the Essence Medi​acom Systems Thinking into plans
    • Works with all internal resources including Investment, Finance and Strategy, and BI&A in carrying out the development of their plans and client service requirements
    • Oversees all media accounting and administrative duties required on their assigned accounts, including monthly media expenditure reports (BCR's)
    • Participate in clients' plan presentations

    Your Skills & Behaviour

    • Solid understanding of online and offline planning
    • Proficiency with research tools i.e. IMS, Infosys, COMBNavigator, ComScore, Nielsen
    • Strong client relationship management skills
    • Demonstrated time management and multitasking skills
    • Solid collaborative and teamwork oriented skills
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Solid interpersonal skills
    • Begin to develop presentation skills
    • Detail oriented and able to meet tight deadlines
    • Begins to understand the client's business
    • Detail, accuracy and mathematical competency a must
    • Strong computer skills with a particular emphasis in Excel and PowerPoint
    • Ability to manage and meet multiple demands within timeline

    Education And Experience

    • 3+ years experience in media planning
    • Post‑secondary degree, specialization in Advertising and/or Marketing is an asset

    Life At WPP Media & Benefits


    WPP Media invests in employees to help them do their best work. We support growth through networks, employee resource groups, and in‑office events. Benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

    WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination. We foster a culture of respect where everyone belongs and has equal opportunities to progress.

    We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. We adopt a hybrid approach with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

    Read our Privacy Notice ) for more information on how we process the information you provide. While we appreciate all applications received, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

    Seniority level


    Mid‑Senior level

    Employment type


    Full‑time

    Job function


    Marketing and Sales

    Industries


    Advertising Services


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