IPG Mediabrands ยท 12 hours ago
Manager, Video Partnerships
IPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group, managing over $47 billion in marketing investments globally. The Manager, Video Partnerships will oversee national video buying activities, negotiate media buys, and develop strong client relationships while leading the Partnerships team to explore non-traditional partnership opportunities.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a backup to the Associate Director for client relationships
Collaborate with internal teams to align with and deliver against client KPIs
Update status documents for client meetings, prepare email recommendations, and buy presentations
Write POVs for targeted opportunities to drive client business
Stay knowledgeable about the client's business and competitors to determine advertising and media needs
Direct and provide guidance to the team, ensuring superior negotiations for maximum value and efficiency
Oversee media negotiations for various channels and collaborate with partners for promotional opportunities
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of programming trends, marketplace conditions, and train negotiators
Qualification
Required
Experience buying network, cable and syndication with Media company or experience within the Media Industry
Experience in negotiating upfront, scatter and opportunistic buys
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven superior customer service skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Desktop software, specifically Excel and Word, PowerPoint preferred
Proficient with MBox or equivalent Inventory Management system
Experience across a variety of media channels
Preferred
Working knowledge of third party Internet marketing research: comScore Media Metrix, Nielsen NetView, @Plan, NetRatings, and others
Demonstrated ability to think and execute 'out of the box' ideas
Strong developed relationships with the Networks
4+ years of local senior buying/supervising or related industry experience
Proven leadership ability and/or prior experience in supervising a team
Ability to work successfully within a team, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure
Benefits
Medical and dental coverage
401(k) plans
Flex spending
Life insurance
Disability
Employee discount program
Employee stock purchase program
Paid family benefits
Discretionary time off days
Company-wide Appreciation Weeks
Wellness Days
Competitive Total Compensation package
Eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award or a relevant incentive award