Media Buyer

ABOUT EVERGREEN At Evergreen Trading, we’re driven by collaboration and value creation for our clients. That’s why we’re the go-to, strategic partner for marquee brands across industries. Headquartered in NYC, we’re a media investment and trade firm that helps brands achieve their goals by leveraging their unwanted assets to purchase media. Our unique approach allows clients to improve their ROI by turning excess inventory, equipment, real estate, and more into media purchasing power. If you’re looking for a dynamic work environment and have a passion for doing things differently, Evergreen Trading is the place for you. DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW The Integrated Investment Team leads end-to-end media investment across linear, digital direct, audio, and programmatic channels. The team is responsible for delivering integrated, performance-driven media solutions while maximizing trade value, spread, and long-term partner opportunities. Integrated Investment works in close partnership with Sales, Strategic Partnerships, Analytics, Finance, and Executive Leadership to ensure best-in-class execution and scalable growth. POSITION SUMMARY The Buyer, Integrated Investment is responsible for the execution, negotiation, and performance management of media campaigns across linear and digital channels. This role owns day-to-day buying activity, campaign execution, and vendor coordination, ensuring campaigns deliver against client KPIs and Evergreen’s commercial objectives. The Buyer is accountable for managing the full campaign lifecycle, from RFP through execution, optimization, and reconciliation, while maintaining strong communication with agencies, clients, and vendor partners. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Campaign Execution & Investment Management Own campaign execution across digital and traditional channels, including building insertion orders and managing partner orders. Gather campaign requirements (audience, geography, creative, KPIs) and translate into actionable buying strategies. Ensure timely and accurate campaign launches, including coordination of assets, tags, and creative delivery. Negotiation & Vendor Management Send out RFPs, negotiate rates, and organize partner responses to support media plan execution. Manage day-to-day communication with vendors, networks, and publishers. Evaluate proposals and support media plan development to align with client KPIs and trade objectives. Performance Tracking & Optimization Monitor campaign pacing, delivery, and performance, identifying optimization opportunities across channels. Maintain reporting trackers and provide campaign updates, recaps, and insights. Track delivery metrics and proactively flag risks to ensure alignment with campaign goals. Operational Excellence & Governance Ensure adherence to Integrated Investment best practices across buy setup, QA, stewardship, and reporting. Maintain accurate documentation and support reconciliation activities, including coordination with Finance and Operations. Support posting/verification and campaign wrap processes to ensure accuracy and compliance. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree required. 1-3+ years of media buying, planning, or trading experience across linear, audio and/or digital channels. Strong understanding of media planning, negotiation, and campaign performance metrics. Analytical mindset with ability to translate data into actionable insights. CORE COMPETENCIES Strong executional rigor and accountability Analytical and solutions-oriented thinker Effective communicator across internal and external stakeholders Ability to manage multiple campaigns and deadlines COMPENSATION Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000 The above represents the expected base salary range for this role. WHY WORK WITH US Since our founding in 2009, Evergreen Trading has always believed that our people are the most valuable part of our business. That’s why our company is 100% employee owned. It’s also why we continue to invest in our employees’ professional and personal development through company-sponsored training, mentorship, and a dedication to DEIB. Other highlights include: Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”) 401(k) plan with an employer match Extensive benefits offering in which Evergreen covers up to 75% of health premiums for employee and dependent coverage Generous time off including office closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day Hybrid work schedule Evergreen Trading is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply and believe diversity enhances our creativity, innovation, and overall success. All employment opportunities at the company are based upon an individual’s qualifications to perform the essential functions of a particular job and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, caregiver status, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr