Senior Negotiator, Video Partnerships

Agency:

Omnicom Media

Job Function:

Media

Job Subfunction:

Media Planning and Buying

Job Description:

Business Overview

Initiative is different to other media agencies.

Initiative unlocks business growth for the world's most ambitious brands. We believe in the power of media to reshape our industry and orchestrate a brand's entire consumer experience, by balancing both what unites people and what makes them different. When brands unite people in culture, they build Fame, and when brands connect individuals to their unique journeys, they build customer Flow. Initiative builds Fame & Flow for brands like Nike, Amazon, Merck, LEGO, and T-Mobile.

Media responsibility is at the forefront of everything we do, whether it's creating media plans that reflect the diversity of our communities, promote brand safety, and foster sustainability. Our agency celebrates diversity in an inclusive environment where all of our 6,000+ strong talent across 90+ markets feel seen, heard, and valued. Our vision is to create not only a better media company, but also a better media industry, and maybe even a better world.

Position Overview

The Senior Negotiator, Video Partnerships role at Initiative is responsible for managing client's video investments as well as assisting in the creation and execution of media strategies and effectively communicating these strategies to clients. The position requires the ability to think "big picture" and is the first step towards management. A high level of attention to detail, organization, and the ability to work under pressure is required.

Responsibilities

Become knowledgeable about client's business and its competitors to determine sufficient advertising and media needs and ensure plans are properly executed and delivered

Assist in upfront negotiations and execute scatter needs

Begin to allocate budgets to media partners based on research and client goals

Oversee the evaluation of media plans of National TV linear as well as alternative video including OTT, cinema, online video, VOD

Enter buys into MBOX to ensure system reflects accurate buys and oversee discrepancy resolutions

Develop and maintain media partner relationships; Negotiate pricing that reflects efficiencies and clients objectives

Assist Manager in providing management with market conditions/changes; offer solutions to market problems as early as possible in negotiation process

Monitor network buys daily based on audience delivery data to insure delivery in flight

Required Skills and Experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Solid negotiating skills and experience collaborating with Strategy and Communications Design teams

Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word

Knowledgeable in media math

Proficient with MBox or equivalent Inventory Management system

Desired Skills and Experience

Able to work as part of a team in a deadline-driven, high-pressure environment

2+ years of Media experience. Preferably as a Partnerships Associate Skills

Proven problem solving ability

Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills and multi-tasking capabilities

Wage and Benefits

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family.

The salary range for this position is posted below. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee's/applicant's skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.

Employment Transparency

It is the policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and other job functions are subject to modification. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

For applicants to jobs in the United States: In compliance with the current Americans with Disabilities Act and state and local laws, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please email accommodation@mbww.com.

$70,000-75,000

Omnicom's policy requires employees to work in the office for a minimum of three days a week, unless additional in-office days are directed by their agency or manager. Our objective is to increase this requirement over time, and many of our agencies as well as Omnicom's corporate group already require five days of in-office attendance.

Omnicom is committed to hiring and developing exceptional talent. We agree that talent is uniquely distributed, and we're focused on developing inclusive teams that can bring the best solutions to everything we do. We strongly believe that celebrating what makes us different makes us better together. Join us-we look forward to getting to know you. We will process your personal data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice.

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