Senior Associate, Negotiator, Local Investment

Company Description

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About Publicis Media:

Publicis Media is one of the four solutions hubs of Publicis Groupe ([Euronext Paris FR0000130577, CAC 40], alongside Publicis Communications, Publicis Sapient and Publicis Health. Led by Steve King, CEO, Publicis Media is comprised of Starcom, Zenith, Digitas, Spark Foundry, and Performics, powered by digital-first, data-driven global practices that together deliver client value and business transformation. Publicis Media is committed to helping its clients navigate the modern media landscape and is present in more than 100 countries with over 23,500 employees worldwide.

Publicis Media Exchange (PMX) delivers sustainable, transparent, competitive advantage to Publicis Media clients and agencies.  This is done through the consolidated strength of our agencies, deep understanding of our client drivers, leveraging scaled investment, marketplace innovation, strength in partnerships and intelligence.  

TRUST
Trust is the cornerstone upon which we build our relationships. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of how a partner should behave.
We treat our people and our clients with respect, transparency and honesty.

TALENT
This is first and foremost a people business. We are committed to ensuring Publicis Media a destination for the best talent in our industry. We value people as individuals, growing ourselves as we grow our client’s business.

TRANSFORMATION
True transformation comes when we stop managing change, and instead initiate change. We believe in our purpose to be the admired force for business transformation. We believe that focusing on performance and results has the power to transform client business.

Job Description

Ignite your career as a Senior Associate Negotiator at PMX! As an experienced media investment professional, you already know that Local Media is dynamic and more important than ever, providing clients with market specific strategies that maximize results while reducing waste. PMX has a re-imagined Local Media bringing together our Collective, Spark, Starcom, and Zenith agency brands. Discover the difference that PMX has to offer. Join our team and you could be doing your best work on behalf of our envied client roster. The Publicis Media Exchange activates across all local media channels too, including Television, Radio, Streaming Audio, and Digital Video (OTT/CTV/VOD).

Our Negotiator roles are the critical thread connecting the marketplace to client goals and outcomes. In this role your understanding of marketplace pricing and dynamics will be pivotal to our success.

Role Objectives:

• Create and activate smart, effective, inclusive and efficient advertising solutions in your assigned local markets (usually low-mid ranked and/or low-mid complexity markets)
• Successfully manage timelines, client guidelines, and ensure key performance metrics are achieved
• Successfully manage campaign performance reporting and total agreement fulfillment
• Cultivate relationships with partners/vendors that add value for our clients
• Be an expert on the individual nuances in your assigned markets and know how to utilize market strengths to our client’s best advantage
• Be an expert on the leading local buying platforms and tools
• Collaborate with our team to share your knowledge and to further develop your skills and the skills of other team members
• You will have the full support of our Supervisors and Management to fuel your growth and maximize your potential
• You will have access to additional training on a vast library of advertising content
• Strong potential for advancement and future career growth

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience negotiating Local Video and/ or Audio Investment
• Exhibit sharp attention to detail and strong math skills
• Have an intermediate knowledge of Excel and experience with HMX, OX and Prisma media platforms
• Have a strong understanding of local media measurement (Nielsen and Comscore)

Additional Information

Publicis Media provides benefits and resources designed to support all of our employees. With comprehensive health and dental benefits, 401K match program, generous time off, and flexibility to work remotely we strive to support work life balance. We encourage participation in the over 13 Business Resource Groups, including groups for Women, People of Color, Veterans, LGTBQ community and allies, Parents, and more.

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