Business Manager - Media Planner Apply Location: Auckland Time Type: Full time Posted On: Posted 15 Days Ago Job Requisition ID: R1071831 As the Business Manager at dentsu Aotearoa, you'll be joining a high performing team supporting local clients and brands with the knowledge of a global dentsu community. Our collaborative and agile ways of working mean you'll develop versatile skills and be exposed to new and exciting thinking. Combine that with a pioneering spirit at making a positive impact on brands, society and each other – and you'll soon realise why we're at the forefront of the digital economy. Job Title: Business Manager - Media Planner Job Description: Dentsu Media | Auckland | Permanent full time Find balance between work and home with our flexible working ways 5 weeks of annual leave after 2 years of service and additional wellness days each year Unlimited, on the go learning opportunities with our global online learning platforms Join a collaborative, close-knit team in our newly renovated offices What your role and typical day might look like: As the Business Manager, you'll be challenged to take on traditional media planning responsibilities in the team, pulling together detailed media plans that complement the media strategy into executable actions to hit the client brief. You'll support some of the junior team members and play a role in managing and reporting back to the client and Business Directors on performance. The stretch as the Business Manager is the ability to manage some of our smaller clients (or smaller divisions within large clients), with the support of the senior leaders in the team, while also contributing to the main goals and objectives of the team. Responsibilities could include: Maintaining a strong understanding of the industries in client portfolio and New Zealand media marketplace staying up to date with new innovations and technologies Assisting the Client Lead in executing client roadmaps and the team profitability plans Day to day management of campaign deliverables and timelines Day to day management of client WIP's and agency partner relationships Supporting Strategy/Planning as required i.e. providing client perspective to briefed responses Working closely with Investment to ensure client expectations are managed and delivery of performance is clearly communicated Account reporting as required: reverse briefs, contact reports, WIP's Keeping clients up to date with the changing face of the media landscape Effective problem management when required Working with the Agency Directors and Client Partner to identify and capture award worthy work Management including recruitment, performance reviews and training Pro-actively involved in new business pitches as needed A bit about you: At least 3 years' experience working within a Media Agency or similar environment Understanding of media planning, buying and strategy, ideally within New Zealand Experience with media platforms such as Pegasus, TVMap, Roy Morgan and Nielsen Strong communication and stakeholder relationship management skills with the ability to present ideas and solutions to clients and internal stakeholders Effective organisation skills and time management Ability to manage a small team of people and work collaboratively Excellent negotiation and client service skills Become a champion for meaningful progress: At dentsu Aotearoa, our diverse and inclusive culture enables our employees to bring their whole selves to work and be proud of doing so. For us, this is the foundation for great innovation which, in turn, generates better outcomes for our people, partners and communities. This is why we encourage applications from people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures. If you want to belong to a one global network where opportunities are limitless – we look forward to welcoming you. Next Steps: Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Apply now! #J-18808-Ljbffr
