Manager, Investment, Broadcast

Quad/Graphics, Inc.•Chicago, IL

42d•$85,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Broadcast Investment is responsible for all aspects of broadcast media management for assigned clients and media teams. The Manager oversees a team of broadcast buyers to ensure flawless execution of the media strategy and buying, and team / relationship building while ensuring efficiencies for both the client and Rise. The Manager works closely with the Director to ensure team members receive training in key areas of required expertise (vendor negotiations, media systems, tools, research) and fulfill their areas of responsibility. The Manager must maintain quality control of all team activations and stimulate team productivity as well as collaboration with our clients, strategy, client services and vendors.

Requirements

7+ years of experience in media, including experience in strategy / planning / buying for audio (OTA) and video (linear and non-linear), with the proven ability to lead across a portfolio of clients
3+ years in a management or supervisory role
Proficiency in MediaOcean/Spectra and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); knowledge in research/data tools (SQAD, Vivvix, Nielsen, comScore, PrimeLingo, etc.) required
Strong media and vendor management skills along with demonstrated leadership and collaboration skills
Relentless focus on client satisfaction with proven ability to exceed client expectations
Strong interpersonal skills as well as verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with all clients and vendors, and all levels of the organization
Proven background in broadcast (linear and non-linear) planning, buying and executing media plans, with ability to negotiate to favorable outcomes
Strong analytical skills and command of media buying, research and reporting resource and tools
Ability to identify / recruit / retain talent; experience positively managing personnel issues
Ability to lead and develop a high-performing team
Passion for a purpose-driven, team oriented, client-first, cross-functional culture
Possesses a desire for excellence and a passion to succeed in a rapid-paced, deadline-committed environment where everyone is expected to be hands-on
Exhibit sound business judgment to navigate through everyday client and team challenges
Bachelor's degree (communications, marketing, or advertising) or equivalent
Ability to speak, read and write the English language

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of other media a plus (i.e. digital, print, search, social, OOH, etc.)

Responsibilities

Effectively manage all aspects of broadcast buys from planning and negotiation through maintenance and payment
Assist in the development of negotiation strategies that achieve client objectives, efficiently and effectively
Collaborate with Account Management and Media Planning teams to aid the development of media plans for assigned clients
Engage and activate buyers in the implementation of all client-approved plans (ongoing)
Foster and implement positive, collaborative, proactive communication with client services / account management / creative/ client (via in-person, phone or email)
Maintain a solid understanding of clients' brands/products/markets/and target audiences
Ensure accountability of client investment including posting of buys and invoice reconciliation
Create, implement and support best practices across the team and within the department; identify areas for operational efficiencies and leverage Rise tools and technology for the benefit of our clients
Own execution accuracy across all team members while reinforcing best practices for QA/QC
Effectively lead and train team members while fostering accountability and ownership; marshal resources, as necessary, to ensure work is completed accurately and timely; lead and direct the work of other support staff, as appropriate
Anticipate client needs in response to changing media and market landscapes by providing proactive info and solutions
Meet tight deadlines within established budgets
Miscellaneous projects / duties, as assigned or requested by Director