Director, Planning

Responsibilities Strong leadership presence and client management skills Leads thinking to inspire innovative solutions, creativity and a proactive approach Digital mindset/fluency and an insatiable curiosity Flexibility and agility to manage complex processes Embodies Spark Foundry’s values and cultivates them among team members Ensure the team delivers sound strategic plan recommendations based on clear understanding of client objectives Maintain an in-depth knowledge of client businesses with a focus on upstream initiatives Expert command of Media Research resources, capabilities and limitations Exemplify collaboration by building and maintaining productive relationships across all communications areas (internal teams and agency partners) Ability to think beyond “media” as an active collaborator in the Integrated Marketing Communications process Thorough knowledge of marketing and communications Excellent written and verbal communication skills; solid presentation skills Authoritative, leadership presence Ability to prioritize and organize issues/projects for self and staff Moderate travel Qualifications 8+ years of Digital Media Planning, Buying, and Management experience in progressive levels of responsibility Demonstrated business acumen and a track record of success in the media services profession Strategic thinker, seeing the bigger picture, with ability to analyze everything and think critically when solving problems to come up with unconventional solutions Ability to establish and manage P&L statement Previous leadership and team management Ability to build great relationships with clients, vendors, and reps History of negotiating to get the job done right and track record of success in Media Benefits Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of talent. Benefits include medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off. Compensation Range $121,315 - $194,220 annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant and the requirement of the position. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr