Senior Administrator-Media Buyer

Overview

At TDS Telecom, connecting people is at the heart of everything we do. We are forward thinkers who leverage cutting-edge fiber internet technology to strengthen communities. We are dedicated to excellence, which drives us to succeed together, creating a better world through meaningful connections. Ready to make an impact?

 

The Senior Administrator-Media Buyer is responsible for executing paid media campaigns across traditional and emerging channels, including TV, radio, print, outdoor, streaming, and transit. The position supports media strategy through market research, media buying execution, campaign delivery oversight, and financial reconciliation. Success in this role requires strong collaboration, attention to detail, and a working knowledge of media research, buying, and implementation.

Responsibilities

Campaign Management and Media Buying:

• Foster effective working relationships with media vendors and internal partners.
• Execute approved media buys across traditional and non-traditional channels.
• Serve as the primary liaison for media vendor coordination and contract implementation.
• Maintain accurate media summaries and campaign documentation.
• Manage campaign timelines, deliverables, and trafficking requirements.
• Oversee vendor performance to ensure full delivery of ordered buys and negotiate make goods as needed.

Project and Operational Support for Media Strategy:

• Manage project handoffs across internal and external partners.
• Support tactical execution with Accounts Payable, Purchasing, and other cross-functional teams.
• Ensure alignment between strategy, execution, and operations processes.

Media Research:

• Research media opportunities in new and existing markets.
• Evaluate media tactics for reach, efficiency, investment, and goal alignment.
• Gather market insights related to competitive activity, risks, and opportunities.
• Review new media opportunities for strategic alignment with marketing goals.

Invoice Support – Media Strategy:

• Strong understanding of media invoicing and processing.
• Manage complex vendor invoice disputes.
• Ensure financial accuray and compliance across media investments.

The functions listed above are intended to describe the general nature and lev el of work being performed by associates assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree (or higher) -OR- 4+ years professional work experience.
• 3+ years’ experience in Marketing, Media, Communications, PR or other related field.
• 2+ years’ experience buying traditional media (TV, radio, print, outdoor, digital, transit).

Other Qualifications

• Strong understanding of media projects, ad specifications and vendor requirements.
• Outstanding interpersonal, written and oral communications skills.
• Excellent problem solving and creative thinking capabilities.
• Ability to flexibly manage complex processes in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail oriented and organized with ability to manage expectations and deadlines.
• Confidence in fostering internal and external relationships.
• Topline understanding of Supply Chain and Accounts Payable.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to sit, stand, write, and operate a computer keyboard, standard office equipment and telephone. The associate regularly communicates with customers. The associate is frequently required to move about and reach for items. The associate may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

 

Do you meet the Required Qualifications but are unsure if your experience aligns with the Other Qualifications? We encourage you to apply! Research shows that many candidates hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the qualifications, even when they possess the skills and experience needed to succeed in the role. Experience and skills come in many forms, and they may not always match exactly what’s listed on paper, but they can still lead to success. If you meet the Required Qualifications and believe you have the potential to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply today!

 

Benefits

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