Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
10+ years of progressive levels of responsibility in media planning, buying and management
Demonstrated business acumen and a track record of success in the media services profession
Able to establish and manage to P&L statement
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Strong negotiating skills
Solid interpersonal and teamwork abilities
Strong leadership and management skills
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving abilities
Strong analytical abilities
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Strong command of media research and reporting resources
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the client relationship
Actively listens to clients and continually identifies opportunities that makes Starcom indispensable to clients, while bringing the Human Experience to the forefront
Develop and sell through Spark and Publicis Media solutions to your roster of clients
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of client business from current and historical perspectives
Co-ordinate and ensure the quality of work for all client deliverables
Effectively negotiates annual retainer fee with client to ensure agency is making a fair profit
Coach, develop and mentor junior team members
Ensures current staff is fully utilized and operating effectively to meet client needs within budget
Participates in the overall management of the company, new business and offering support to business issues and supporting senior management decisions
Provides thought leadership to colleagues, clients and projects
Manages client contribution to vendor commitments
Take a lead role in recruitment of new staff and make hiring recommendations for team
Ensure client financials are accurate and delivered on deadline
Ensure accurate client forecasts for internal agency usage
Job Description
Lead and manage the client relationship
Actively listens to clients and continually identifies opportunities that makes Starcom indispensable to clients, while bringing the Human Experience to the forefront
Develop and sell through Spark and Publicis Media solutions to your roster of clients
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of client business from current and historical perspectives
Co-ordinate and ensure the quality of work for all client deliverables
Effectively negotiates annual retainer fee with client to ensure agency is making a fair profit
Coach, develop and mentor junior team members
Ensures current staff is fully utilized and operating effectively to meet client needs within budget
Participates in the overall management of the company, new business and offering support to business issues and supporting senior management decisions
Provides thought leadership to colleagues, clients and projects
Manages client contribution to vendor commitments
Take a lead role in recruitment of new staff and make hiring recommendations for team
Ensure client financials are accurate and delivered on deadline
Ensure accurate client forecasts for internal agency usage
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
10+ years of progressive levels of responsibility in media planning, buying and management
Demonstrated business acumen and a track record of success in the media services profession
Able to establish and manage to P&L statement
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Strong negotiating skills
Solid interpersonal and teamwork abilities
Strong leadership and management skills
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving abilities
Strong analytical abilities
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Strong command of media research and reporting resources
Publicis Groupe's continuous expansion through strategic acquisitions offers employees opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects and technologies.
The company's global reach and diverse portfolio provide a dynamic and multicultural work environment, fostering professional growth and development.
The appointment of a new Global CMO to unify marketing and digital transformation efforts could lead to more cohesive and innovative strategies, benefiting employees and clients alike.
What critics are saying
The recent decline in European revenue highlights potential vulnerabilities in the advertising market, which could impact job security and growth opportunities.
Frequent acquisitions may lead to integration challenges, causing disruptions and inefficiencies within the company.
What makes Publicis Groupe unique
Publicis Groupe's aggressive acquisition strategy, including companies like Practia, Tquila ANZ, and Tremend, significantly enhances its digital transformation and AI capabilities, setting it apart from traditional advertising firms.
The integration of AI and digital business transformation through Publicis Sapient AI Labs and other acquisitions positions Publicis Groupe as a leader in innovative marketing solutions.
Publicis Groupe's focus on expanding its Salesforce capabilities and creating the world's largest affiliate performance marketing platform through acquisitions like VIVnetworks demonstrates its commitment to comprehensive, tech-driven marketing solutions.
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