Media Placement Manager

Who We Are The Orthodox Union (OU) is one of the largest Orthodox Jewish organizations in the United States. Founded in 1898, the OU supports a network of synagogues, youth programs, Jewish and Religious Zionist advocacy programs, programs for people with disabilities, localized religious study programs, and international units. Position Overview The Orthodox Union is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and strategic Media Placement Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and optimization of paid media placements across the organization. Responsibilities Media Planning, Strategy & Execution Develop and manage strategic media placement plans across print, digital, and other channels to maximize reach and ROI Translate organizational goals into effective, data-driven media strategies Coordinate with internal stakeholders to align on messaging, timing, and campaign objectives Ensure all ads are reserved, scheduled, and delivered accurately, including correct sizing, copy, and placement Vendor Management & Negotiation Serve as the primary point of contact for media vendors and third-party partners Negotiate rates and added value opportunities to maximize media spend across the organization Maintain organized records of vendor specifications, pricing, and performance metrics history Cross-Functional Collaboration & Customer Service Partner closely with teams across departments to understand needs, priorities, and goals Provide a high level of customer service by ensuring clear communication, responsiveness, and reliability Proactively identify and resolve issues while maintaining strong working relationships with stakeholders Scheduling & Operations Manage and maintain the media calendar to ensure timely and accurate placements Coordinate publishing schedules with vendors and internal teams Implement and manage systems to streamline workflows, approvals, and media planning Financial Coordination Partner with the Operations Manager to process and track invoices Ensure accuracy of billing against agreed-upon placements, rates, and deliverables Support internal budget tracking and reconciliation for media spend Track and report on cost savings, added value, and efficiencies achieved through media negotiations and strategic planning Maintain organized documentation of all media purchases and financial records Analytics, Reporting & Optimization Track and report on paid media performance using relevant KPIs Provide post-campaign analysis and insights and utilize data to refine future media strategies Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, performance, and cost-effectiveness Earned Media Coordination Coordinate with the external PR firm and internal stakeholders to support the placement and tracking of earned media opportunities Ensure alignment between paid and earned media efforts where relevant Qualifications BA/BS required or equivalent professional experience Familiarity with the Jewish media landscape strongly preferred Experience with media buying, planning, or campaign coordination Demonstrated ability to think strategically and develop media plans that drive measurable results Strong customer service skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficiency with project management tools such as Monday.com Understanding of paid media KPIs and performance metrics Salary & Benefits The salary range for this position is $60,000 – $75,000 commensurate with experience. Health, Dental & Vision Insurance The OU offers health insurance through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). Employees have the freedom to choose their own health insurance plan that fits their personal and family needs. The OU contributes a generous monthly amount directly toward your premium, making coverage more flexible, affordable, and tailored to you. Employees enrolled in our health plan also receive an annual BeniComp stipend, a supplemental benefit that reimburses eligible medical, pharmaceutical, dental, and vision expenses. In addition, the OU offers group dental and vision insurance through MetLife. Additional Benefits and Perks 10 paid sick days 10–15 paid vacation days Paid Jewish and Federal holidays Short Fridays to accommodate Sabbath observance Free life and disability insurance Discounted continuing education opportunities 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer match after 3 years (requires a minimum 2% employee contribution) #J-18808-Ljbffr Orthodox Union