Senior Negotiator, Digital Partnerships

Agency:Omnicom MediaJob Function:MediaJob Subfunction: Media Planning and BuyingJob Description:Business OverviewWe believe in the power of media to reshape our industry and orchestrate a brand’s entire consumer experience, by balancing both what unites people and what makes them different. When brands unite people in culture, they build Fame, and when brands connect individuals to their unique journeys, they build customer Flow. Initiative builds Fame & Flow for brands like Nike, Amazon, Merck, and T-Mobile. Media responsibility is at the forefront of everything we do, whether it’s creating media plans that reflect the diversity of our communities, promote brand safety, and foster sustainability. Our agency celebrates diversity in an inclusive environment where all of our 6,000+ strong talent across 90+ markets feel seen, heard, and valued. Our vision is to create not only a better media company, but also a better media industry, and maybe even a better world.We make a promise to our people that we double down on seeing, celebrating & elevating all the things that make you, uniquely you. And just as we do for our brands and clients, we connect our people to the journeys that matter in building a meaningful career.There are four I’s in Initiative and these represent our core values and behaviors.INDIVID[YOU]ALITY – you bring your genuine and unique self to and into the work, every day.\INSTINCT – you’re tuned in and armed with intelligence; you have a bias for action – shit happens when you’re around.IMPACT! – you care deeply about the impact you have on our clients, their customers, our community, the media landscape and our world at large.IMAGINATION – your ability to imagine and bring to life the ideas, solutions, and the future of Initiative, makes us THE create media agency in the world.Position OverviewThe Senior Negotiator, Digital Partnerships is required to develop, recommend, execute and evaluate digital media plans from inception to completion with moderate oversight from the Manager. The Senior Negotiator should be able to work fairly independently once given project parameters, goals and budgets to develop a sound recommendation with clear rationale. The Senior Negotiator will oversee the Negotiator and Associate in terms of daily maintenance to ensure consistent processes are being followed and all client schedules are delivering.ResponsibilitiesClientAble to take on a more client-facing role with moderate oversight from senior teamAttend regular client and vendor meetings, statuses and maintain on-going rapportInternalMentor and assist in the training of Associates and NegotiatorsWork closely with Strategy and Comms Design teams to ensure that overall strategy is woven into all media choicesProvide partner selection recommendation and justification designed to deliver on clientDevelop the RFPs and oversee the submission process with media partnersEvaluate partner proposals, negotiate plan details, develop plan and ultimately present plan recommendations to internal stakeholders and clientsOversee campaign implementation, optimization, and performance of campaign activities including authorizations, IO’s, budgets, creative, reporting and the billing and reconciliation processManage all partner specific budget allocation, optimization, media partnership programs and added value detailsCommercialSecure best in class marketplace pricingFoster strong relationships with media partnersRequired Skills and ExperienceDigital media buying experienceKnowledge of inventory management system such as MediaOcean PrismaExperience managing multiple, competing priorities, duties and/or projects. Proven ability to accommodate evolving responsibilities and last minute changesStrong time-management and organizational skillsProven ability to develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, colleagues, and vendorsRequired PC proficiency and solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)Strong written, verbal communication and negotiation skills. Good presentation skills a plusExperience analyzing data and market researchDesired Skills and Experience2+ years working within the digital media space preferredExperience with campaign management/ad serving technology: Atlas DMT, Media MindPreferred working knowledge of third party Internet marketing research: comScore Media Metrix, Nielsen NetView, @Plan, NetRatings, and othersFamiliarity with basic accounting/math principles; basic statistical analysis experience is a plusWage and BenefitsWe offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family.The salary range for this position is posted below. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee’s/applicant’s skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.Employment TransparencyIt is the policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and other job functions are subject to modification. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.For applicants to jobs in the United States: In compliance with the current Americans with Disabilities Act and state and local laws, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. $70,000.00 - $75,000.00Omnicom’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.Omnicom is committed to hiring and developing exceptional talent. We agree that talent is uniquely distributed, and we’re focused on developing inclusive teams that can bring the best solutions to everything we do. We strongly believe that celebrating what makes us different makes us better together. Join us—we look forward to getting to know you. We will process your personal data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice.Link to Recruitment Privacy Notice: For US Job Seekers: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. SummaryLocation: New York, New York, United States of AmericaType: Full time