Full-Time

UM

Manager, Connections Planning

Posted on 2/28/2025

Mediabrands

Mediabrands

10,001+ employees

Media and marketing solutions provider

No salary listed

Senior

Canada

Category
General Marketing
Growth & Marketing
Required Skills
Prisma
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Connection
Connection
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Requirements
  • Professional or educational background in Marketing and/or Advertising
  • Manager level of experience in integrated media planning
  • History of developing positive on-going business relationships with a focus on client service
  • Ability to develop and foster solid relationships and partnerships, both internally and externally
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively apply knowledge and insights gained from research resources to media planning
  • Previous experience managing and developing employees
  • Proactive approach to problem solving, supporting the team, self-development, etc.
  • Proficient with media research tools (e.g. Clear Decisions, Vividata, Neilson), and media tools (e.g. Prisma)
  • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
  • Independent thinker with highly developed organizational skills and solid attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Ability to travel as required
Responsibilities
  • Accountable for leading the preparation, writing and presentation of integrated media plans, proposals and analysis that satisfy client objectives and that go beyond the brief
  • Maintain stewardship and accountability of the media plan, regularly evaluating and monitoring execution
  • Liaise and foster knowledge-sharing with other disciplines internally, partner agencies and other departments to ensure that media and client knowledge is current
  • Ensure that all media plans adhere to the agency's values, philosophies and processes
  • Lead the preparation and presentation of evaluations of media opportunities, media trends and issues of interest to clients
  • Awareness of client Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and objectives, ensuring that tracking is in place for check-ins as required
  • Manage and lead a team of employees. Effectively communicate agency goals, manage workloads, provide ongoing performance feedback and support professional development. Interview and participate in hiring decision of employees if/when required
  • Accurately and effectively manage client’s day-to-day planning requirements, with a strong understanding of client’s business objectives and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • Inform leadership of potential challenges and opportunities as it relates to client and/or people management
  • Influence decision making by encouraging appropriate strategies and benefits of offerings to clients
  • Participate in additional agency/team projects and new business presentations as required
  • Oversee financial media control, including purchase authorizations, billing and budget control reports and ensure that discrepancies are resolved in a timely fashion
Desired Qualifications
  • Curiosity, with a passion for continuous development
  • Experience with presenting

IPG Mediabrands provides media and marketing solutions, managing over $47 billion in marketing investments for clients worldwide. The company operates through various full-service agency networks, including UM, Initiative, and Mediahub, as well as specialized units like Healix, KINESSO, and MAGNA. Their services help clients from diverse industries, such as automotive, finance, consumer goods, and entertainment, to effectively reach their target audiences. IPG Mediabrands stands out from competitors by offering a wide range of tailored solutions and employing over 18,000 marketing professionals across more than 130 countries. The company's goal is to optimize marketing investments for clients, ensuring they achieve maximum impact and engagement in their respective markets.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2007

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What believers are saying

  • AI-powered content creation tools improve audience targeting and engagement.
  • AR in marketing campaigns boosts brand interaction significantly.
  • Omnichannel marketing strategies provide seamless experiences across digital and physical touchpoints.

What critics are saying

  • Shift towards in-housing reduces need for external media agencies.
  • Tech giants offer direct advertising solutions, bypassing traditional agencies.
  • Stricter data privacy regulations impact targeted advertising strategies.

What makes Mediabrands unique

  • Mediabrands offers comprehensive media and marketing services, including consulting.
  • They focus on data-driven marketing strategies to enhance customer engagement.
  • Their integration of AR in campaigns offers immersive brand experiences.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Group Personal Pension Plan

Generous Parental Leave & Pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing Programme

Free Eye Tests

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