Spark - Supervisor, Local Tactical Planning - job 2 of 2

Publicis Media Exchange (PMX) is the global media platform for Publicis Groupe [Euronext Paris FR0000130577, CAC 40]. PMX is an omnichannel activation powerhouse that drives smart application of investment through leveraging scale, marketplace innovation, deeper partnerships and knowledge. PMX is at the forefront of the converging marketplace building data-informed, tech-enabled media to help marketers connect with consumers in a measurable way.

The role of Supervisor, Local Tactical Planning is to manage the day-to-day Local media planning and strategy functions including management of accurate budget control and flow of media activity. This person will support a team in the development, execution, and stewardship of local media plans for assigned business. The Supervisor will also effectively leverage experience, knowledge and skills to push fresh thinking to address client, agency, and team needs with the assistance of the senior staff on the business. This position will manage several junior staff day to day and reports directly to the Associate Director, Local Tactical Planning.

This is a hybrid role, requiring three days in-office each week. If you are contacted for an interview, your recruiter will discuss specifics with you, inclusive of any necessary reasonable accommodations.

Your Impact:

• Contribute to the development of and executing local tactical planning for the assigned business
• Evaluates capabilities and composition of many media vehicles to determine which most effectively reaches the target audience
• Evaluate and assess media performance to determine the extent to which the original media objectives and strategies were accomplished
• Research, interpret and evaluate available marketing and research data to develop media objectives and local tactical plans
• Communicate and present to top management and clients
• Oversee the implementation and execution of the media plan, which includes ideation, budgeting, scheduling and establishing benchmarks for control
• Maintain accurate budget control and flow of media activity and update client on a consistent basis
• Approve media authorizations prepared by team per approved plans/project requests
• Accountable for accuracy and media intelligence
• Supervise and motivate direct reports
• Coordination and communication across inter-agency partnerships and internal resources/teams
• Managing the process and procedure for client set up, billing and all administrative functions
• Resource for others to resolve complex questions/problems
• May perform other responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time
• Advocate for multicultural & diversity inclusion throughout tactical plans

• 5+ years of experience in media planning/strategy, local experience
• Agency experience
• Software Knowledge: Microsoft Suite, Nielsen Suite, Kantar, IMS, Flowchart Software, R/F and Optimization Software, Social Tracking tools, Prisma, MediaOcean, MRI/GfK, GWI
• Strong knowledge of all cross-channel media, with a drive for curiosity and passion for the client's business
• Demonstrate ability to learn new propriety software and processes quickly and proficiently
• The ability to present to clients, maintain client correspondence and internal documentation
• Minimal guidance, relies on experience/judgment
• Understanding of Activation/Negotiation team functions
• Understand the capabilities of each media channel to maximize the impact and components within each campaign
• Meet client obligations
• Manage projects, resources, stakeholders, and participants
• Orient, train, assign and review the work of subordinates

Our Publicis Groupe motto "Viva La Différence" means we're better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.

Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact [email protected].

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Req# 24-8891