Manager, Video Investment

*Open to Chicago or New York applicants. Hybrid work setting to any of these offices required. We are OMD, Cannes Lions 2024 Media Network of the Year, RECMA's Best-Performing Media Network Globally, and COMvergence's #1 Global Agency Network. As the world’s largest media network, with more than 12,000 people working in over 100 countries, we excel at making better decisions, faster. By combining innovation, creativity, empathy, and evidence, we help clients move faster, reach further, and take smarter risks in a world full of opportunities. We pride ourselves on being a people-obsessed, outcomes-focused business that applies evidence and data-based solutions, married with the practice of empathy, to drive performance and growth. When working with our clients, we put ourselves in the shoes of the consumer in order to see the world through their eyes. We focus on finding greater empathy with the consumer so as to uncover insights and opportunities that deliver more valued and valuable connections. Overview: The Manager, Video Investment manages day-to-day activities of all national buying needs – negotiate, implement and monitor buys for clients. The Supervisor, NBI acts as the liaison between broadcast stations (network and cable), vendors, and clients. He/She manages the preparation, development, execution and stewardship of media buys as well as oversees client integrations and added value opportunities. Also accountable for supporting the team and ensuring buys are executed in a timely and efficient manner. In addition, the position involves managing and training the Negotiator(s) and Assistant Negotiator(s). Core Responsibilities: Manage solid client relationships Supervise the Negotiator(s) and Assistant Negotiator(s) on all day-to-day activities for specific clients Present buys and post-analysis Issue directives to Investment group to guide buying process Meet with Negotiators and communicate approved plan for implementation Update planning team on status of client projects Manage the negotiation, presentation, and implementation of national television and cable schedules Train Negotiator and Assistant Negotiator in all aspects of national broadcast (schedule maintenance, strategies, programming, and negotiating), as well as the client(s) business and industry Project cost per points based on current buys Alert clients, Supervisor of market place shifts that affect future buys Follow buying guidelines to establish goals Look for opportunities to upgrade the effectiveness of buying Maintain accurate paperwork that has been confirmed by station and representative Monitors schedules requesting upgrades and bonus for make-goods and discrepancies Contribute to the development of strategies based on changing conditions in the marketplace for all aspects of national broadcast Allocate market funds across stations/groups Advise client(s) of fluctuations in the marketplace Coordinate efforts with the Strategy team(s) Evaluate media opportunities and make proper recommendations Seek out new and innovative media opportunities which can benefit client(s) Ensure integration and coordination between a client’s various communications programs Assist the Group Director in the negotiation of major, long-term media contracts Facilitate good relations and flow of ideas with the sales management contacts Assure that all buys for their accounts deliver the media strategy and investment specification Collaborate with the Negotiator(s) to ensure the negotiation strategy is sound and the rating projections are accurate Maintain accurate records of buys, budgets, revisions, credits, etc. Manage and monitor clearance of discrepancies and accounting functions for their particular accounts on a timely basis Meet with sales representatives and vendors Keep abreast of industry trends (trade press, current events, etc.) that may impact a client’s business Utilize and stay familiar with most current research tools Keep up to date on computer functions and upgrades as they become available Monitor ratings and cost trends in assigned markets. Project audience delivery and provide rational Qualifications: Strong knowledge of buying systems and marketplace intelligence 4 - 7 years previous media buying experience. Skills/Abilities: Proven analytical and communication skills. Able to work under pressure while meeting deadlines. Able to work under independently or as part of a team. Must be able to work under deadline. Advance level of proficiency with Microsoft Word for Windows and Excel Compensation Range: $50,000 - $95,000 This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, benefits include: health insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, 401(k), Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, vacation days, sick days, personal days, paid parental leave, paid medical leave, and STD/LTD insurance benefits. This role is hybrid, requiring three (3) days per week in the office. The remaining two (2) days may be worked remotely. Specific in-office days will be discussed during the interview process, with flexibility to align with team needs. Please note that the number or required in-office days may be adjusted over time, potentially increasing the number of required in-office days based on business needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr OMD