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What Does This Role Offer
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Account Manager to join our Media Planning & Buying team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in managing and strategizing media buying and planning strategies for the APAC region and beyond. This position requires a versatile professional who is wellversed in both digital and traditional media with a strong ability to manage client relationships financials and identify opportunities for growth. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and the ability to deliver compelling presentations to regional stakeholders.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Client Relationship Management:
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients managing endtoend project and ensuring client satisfaction.
Develop and maintain strong longlasting relationships with clients by understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions.
Proactively identify opportunities to upsell additional services and offerings to clients.
Media Planning & Buying:
Strategize plan and execute comprehensive media buying strategies across various channels including digital traditional and outofhome (OOH).
Stay uptodate with the latest media trends platforms and tools to ensure innovative and effective media strategies.
Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to develop and deliver media plans that meet client objectives and KPIs.
Financial Management:
Oversee the financial aspects of client projects including budgeting invoicing and financial reconciliation.
Monitor project profitability and ensure that all financial aspects are aligned with company goals.
Industry Knowledge & Innovation:
Continuously update knowledge of media platforms emerging trends and industry best practices.
Bring new and innovative media offerings to the table keeping the company at the forefront of the industry.
Leverage data and insights to optimize media strategies and deliver superior results for clients.
Communication & Presentation:
Prepare and deliver compelling presentations to clients and internal stakeholders effectively communicating media strategies results and new opportunities.
Work closely with regional teams to ensure that communication is clear consistent and culturally relevant.
Team Collaboration & Leadership:
Collaborate with internal teams including creative analytics and media buying to ensure seamless project .
Mentor and guide junior team members sharing knowledge and expertise to foster professional growth within the team.
Requirements:
Education: Bachelors degree in Marketing Advertising Business or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in media planning and buying with a strong focus on both digital and traditional media.
Competencies Required
Skills:
Proven experience in managing client accounts and delivering successful media strategies.
Strong understanding of the APAC media landscape including digital OOH TV radio and print.
Excellent financial management skills with the ability to manage budgets and optimize spending.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills with experience working with regional teams.
Ability to think strategically and innovatively with a track record of bringing new media offerings to clients.
Proficiency in media planning tools and platforms.
Personal Attributes:
Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Proactive with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
Collaborative team player with a positive attitude.
We are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt perfectly align with every qualification we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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