11310-Media Planner

Agency Omnicom Media Job Function Media Job Subfunction Media Planning and Buying Job Description About Us SSCG Media Group is one of the largest full-service, 100% pharma-focused strategic media planning and buying groups in the world — we’re proud to be part of Omnicom Media Group. But Here’s What Really Matters We’re a team that believes great work starts with curious minds, collaborative energy, and people who aren’t afraid to speak up. Our values — Substance, Style, Conviction, and Grace — guide how we show up for our clients and for each other. We move fast. We support each other. We grow talent. We are committed to providing meaningful growth opportunities and early ownership for our team members. Who You Are As a Media Planner, you move from execution support to strategic ownership. You’re not just maintaining the plan — you’re helping shape it. You’re not just taking notes — you’re leading conversations. You’re not just tracking deadlines — you’re driving momentum. You’re ready for more autonomy, more strategy and more client exposure. What You’ll Own Strategy & Plan Development You help set the pace for the team. You’ll start connecting the “why” behind the plan and not just the “what”. Contribute to the development of full-funnel media strategies across channels. Translate brand objectives into tactical media recommendations. Analyze competitive insights and research to inform planning decisions. Partner with Senior members of the team to build integrated, data-informed plans. Plan Management & Optimization You’ll develop confidence managing both details and performance impact. Own media flowcharts and budget allocations with accuracy and accountability. Monitor plan performance in collaborations with Data & Analytics, Meda Tech & Operations and Biddable (Search, Social & Programmatic) teams. Identify optimization opportunities and recommend adjustments. Maintain planning tools and documentation with precision. Client & Cross-Functional Collaboration Your voice becomes part of the client conversation. Lead portions of client meetings and internal cross-discipline status calls. Present plan updates and explain strategic recommendations clearly. Serve as key liaison between Planning, Project Management, Data & Analytics, Meda Tech & Operations and Biddable (Search, Social & Programmatic) teams. Strategic Presence & Ownership Your voice carries weight in shaping decisions. Think ahead and anticipate business needs. Bring thoughtful perspectives to planning discussions. Confidently communicate brand knowledge and media rationale. Proactively flag risks, opportunities and gaps. What You Bring Bachelor’s degree (Advertising/Marketing, Communications, or Business preferred) 1-2 years of media planning experience (Pharma vertical is a plus!) Strong presentation and communication skills Ability to analyze data and translate into action Comfort managing budgets and planning documents Proficiency in Excel and Powerpoint Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Confidence to speak up and contribute to ideas Why This Role Is a BIG deal Move from supporting strategy to shaping it. Gain real client-facing experience. Build cross-channel expertise. Develop strategic confidence. Prepare for Senior Planner growth. This is where your career shifts from execution to influence. If you’re ready to elevate your thinking and make a measurable impact, this is the right next move for you! New York: $40,000.00-$75,000.00 Office Requirement Omnicom’s policy requires employees to work in the office for a minimum of three days a week, unless additional in-office days are directed by their agency or manager. Our objective is to increase this requirement over time, and many of our agencies as well as Omnicom’s corporate group already require five days of in-office attendance. Equal Opportunity Employment It is the policy of Omnicom and any of its affiliates to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. EOE/AA/M/D/V/F. #J-18808-Ljbffr Omnicom Media