Rainstorm Direct (Formerly Known as MMSI) · 9 hours ago
Senior Media Buyer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expRainstorm Direct is a rapidly growing media agency, and they are seeking a Senior Media Buyer to plan, negotiate, and purchase media across various video channels. The role focuses on ensuring efficient campaign execution that meets client objectives and delivers optimal ROI while mentoring junior team members and collaborating with other teams.
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Responsibilities
Develop and execute video buying strategies aligned with client goals and KPIs
Negotiate rates, added value, and placement with media vendors to maximize campaign performance
Collaborate with Planning to align buys with overall media strategy
Participate in client calls as the media advocate discussing marketplace conditions, opportunities, rates and any media related topics
Manage budgets and ensure accurate billing and reconciliation
Monitor campaign delivery and provide recommended optimizations and testing based on performance goals
Maintain strong vendor relationships and stay informed on market trends and pricing
Mentor junior team members and assist in training on best practices
Attend team meetings and participate in brainstorming sessions around process development/improvement, identify areas for efficiency, tool enhancements, etc
Independently troubleshoot and problem solve on day-to-day tasks
Qualification
Required
5+ years of media buying experience (linear and CTV) in an agency setting. Must have experience in national linear and performance/response-driven media
Proven negotiation skills and ability to manage large-scale buys
Strong analytical and advanced Excel skills. Comfortable dealing with large amounts of data
Familiarity with cross-platform measurement and integration with digital campaigns
Demonstrates strategic thinking; a critical thinker and good problem-solver
Excellent presentation, communication, organizational and influencing skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
Knowledge of emerging trends in linear and CTV; stays on top of current trends and calculated risk-taker
Ability to tell a story using data
Proactive, self-directed and well organized
Proven ability to work as part of a team and mentor junior team members all with a focus on achieving goals
Appreciation of our Core Values
Preferred
Cross-channel experience preferred, but not necessary
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Quarterly profit-sharing program
401(K) plan with employer match (and immediate eligibility)
4 weeks PTO to start
12 paid holidays
12-18 weeks fully paid Family and Medical Leave
Monthly Work-From-Home allowance
Company
Rainstorm Direct (Formerly Known as MMSI)
Rainstorm Direct helps brands break through and scale to new heights within the converged TV landscape (linear TV, CTV, and YouTube).
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase