International Media Investment Specialist

3 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Omnicom Media Group Full time

Global Investment at Omnicom Media Group

The Global team is a specialized unit dedicated to enhancing value creation and overseeing media purchasing commitments for our established and expanding client base. This team comprises seasoned media traders, auditors, and analysts who share and implement best practices across our international network, ensuring that our clients consistently receive optimal media value and expert guidance.

This team plays a crucial role in quantifying and monitoring media purchasing performance across all Omnicom Media Group markets for global clients. We are committed to pioneering new methods of measuring media value to maintain our leadership in the industry.

Your primary responsibilities will encompass:

  • Overseeing and influencing media purchasing performance/value enhancements across global markets to ensure fulfillment of commitments.
  • Managing the daily operations of a portfolio of global clients and achieving Media Investment Brief objectives.
  • Building and sustaining robust relationships with the global media community, external media auditors, and our clients.
  • Conducting media audits and ensuring alignment with external Media Auditors such as Ebiquity and MediaSense.
  • Supporting the team during global pitches with market communications and updates for the pitch team.
  • Assisting local markets with daily and weekly inquiries, including contract confirmations.
  • Managing processes, designing reporting templates, and serving as the expert on deliverables, targets, methodologies, value optimization, and execution.
  • Compiling purchasing results and generating ad hoc reports for clients and auditors.
  • Collaborating with associate directors and business directors to refine and develop media KPIs for clients and oversee their delivery.
  • Creating project builds monthly, such as new inflation models.
  • Supervising analysts and senior analysts, including training and onboarding.
  • Tracking and documenting the use of Media products across the client portfolio.
  • Assisting directors in active value management and optimization of results to meet commitments while minimizing over-delivery.
  • Conducting weekly face-to-face meetings with your team.
  • Utilizing systems such as Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and occasionally Tableau and GMP365.

Your success will be evaluated based on your leadership capabilities (training, mentoring, and developing your direct reports), your proficiency in resolving issues or identifying appropriate escalation paths, and your reputation as a technical expert, demonstrating mastery of methodologies, process improvements, and quality control system development. You will exhibit leadership within the Community of Excellence and deliver clear and precise reports and presentations to clients.

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Strong understanding and interest in media measurement metrics, KPIs, and market pricing dynamics across all media.
  • Curiosity to challenge norms and develop innovative approaches.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying complex concepts with clarity.
  • Experience in supervising or managing junior team members.
  • International media experience is advantageous but not mandatory.
  • Experience at a media auditing firm, in a local market agency media buying (across any medium), or within an International Media Investment/Trading/Accountability team.
  • Meticulous attention to detail with well-established organizational and analytical skills.
  • Highly numerate, proficient in value methodology, and highly skilled in Excel.

In return, we offer an international, dynamic working environment where you will have the opportunity to engage with high-profile blue-chip global clients and advance your career.

Our Network

Omnicom Media Group is the media services division of Omnicom Group Inc., a leading global advertising, marketing, and corporate communications company, serving over 5,000 clients in more than 100 countries.

We provide unparalleled representation in the marketplace, along with a depth of capabilities and experience to drive leadership and innovation across all media types.

The company may adjust your responsibilities as needed to adapt to the evolving requirements of our business. The job guidelines provided are intended to be a broad depiction of your duties rather than an exhaustive list of activities.

Flexible Working

We are dedicated to supporting a healthy work/life balance and fostering a positive attitude towards well-being. As part of this commitment, we have implemented a flexible and hybrid working model, which includes core hours and flexible hours for all employees.

We believe that flexible and hybrid working enhances individual motivation, boosts performance and productivity, and reduces stress while promoting overall well-being. We welcome applicants seeking flexible working arrangements that allow for variations in hours worked, work patterns (e.g., days and times), and/or work locations. We will collaborate with you to establish the best flexible working solution without compromising team performance and client delivery.

Employee Benefits

We provide pension contributions, life insurance, health insurance, generous holiday entitlements, and mental health recharge days, during which we close our offices for two days each year, one in Spring and one in Autumn, along with numerous other employee benefits. We also offer enhanced maternity leave, shared parental leave, and paternity leave pay policies. When working in the office, you can benefit from a £5 daily canteen contribution, a modern office environment, and a healthy workplace.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are committed to equality and deeply value diversity and inclusion across race, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and all other unique characteristics that make us who we are.

We welcome exceptional individuals from diverse backgrounds who contribute their unique perspectives, opinions, and beliefs to a culture where respect is paramount, allowing everyone to feel comfortable being themselves at work. Embracing our differences fosters a stimulating and inspiring environment, enabling everyone to view the world, our work, and each other with fresh perspectives.

We have established a Diversity & Inclusion committee that regularly organizes talks and initiatives, including strategies to support mental well-being, such as Mental Health First Aiders. Additionally, we have a vibrant global Omnicom Employee Resource Group community to support minority groups (OpenPride, Omnicom Asian Leaders Circle, Black Together, Open Disability, AcentO), as well as Omniwomen.

We actively encourage applicants from all walks of life and aim to ensure you perform at your best throughout the recruitment process. Please feel free to discuss any specific adjustments with a member of the People team.

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