Manager, Out of Home

Omnicom Media US•New York, NY

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

Omnicom Media (OM), the media services division of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) – delivers transformational experiences for consumers, clients, and talent. Powered by the Omni marketing orchestration system, OM connects best-in-class capabilities that enable our full-service media agencies OMD, PHD, and Hearts & Science to deliver more relevant and actionable consumer experiences, more productive and proactive client experiences, and more collaborative and rewarding talent experiences for the more than 24,000 people serving the world’s leading brands in OM agencies around the globe. Outdoor Media Group (OMG), the Out-of-home (OOH) media division of Omnicom Media Group, is a leader in the OOH media industry with top tier clients in a leading agency network. We are headquartered in the NY area but have a presence in 19 cities. Managing multi-million-dollar budgets and working with all accounts in our agency’s outstanding roster of clients, we are one of the largest Outdoor Media buying groups in the world. We strive to connect our deep expertise in OOH media & markets with the latest data & technology fueling the continued growth of location-based media. We are looking for an experienced Account Supervisor with 3+ years experience in OOH planning/buying to join our dynamic team in our New York location. You will report directly to the Managing Director and serve as one of the team’s direct lines of communication between clients, agencies, and partners. The Account Supervisor position requires a combination of account and client service, media buying and planning skills. This role functions as the day-to-day steward on assigned accounts and will develop a thorough understanding of core media concepts, from planning to negotiating and strategic implementation. You will be responsible for client relationships, media strategy and managing junior staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
3+ years’ OOH planning/buying experience in the media industry preferred
Experience with direct client service and account/project management
Microsoft office proficiency– specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Demonstrate a consistent “above and beyond” work ethic in the tasks you complete
Foundation level relationships with key media owners
Understanding of core OOH concepts with knowledge of all formats
Excellent understanding of how systems and tools contribute to the overarching success of the planning process

Responsibilities

Effectively communicate with agencies, clients and other OMG offices in a positive, productive and informed manner in order to develop and maintain effective relationships
Directly supervise employees in Account Services and provide training and assistance in their daily responsibilities
Manage the flow of client media-related issues based on changes in direction, goals, and budgets. Be aware of the need to create solutions and resolve problems
Establish timetable for the development of a plan by delegating assignments to Account Executives and Assistant Account Executives, reviewing their work, and providing guidance and training
Interview applicants for Account Executive and Assistant Account Executive positions
Manage the day-to-day activities of the account service and media buying for clients, which includes planning, negotiating, buying and operations processes
Develop, write and present OOH plans and recommendations for existing and prospective clients
Evaluate competitive activity in the marketplace
Participate in Checkmate sessions.
Work with colleagues in Strategy and/or the Strategic Business Units, or independently, in each of the phases: Understand – provide insights into consumers, brand, product and media; Design – identify behaviors, barriers, drivers and apertures; develop communication strategies; Create – create specific tangible executional ideas; Capitalize – bring activity schedule to life; encompass negotiation strategies and implementation of the buy
Assess media performance in order to determine the extent to which the original objectives and strategies were accomplished
Strategically lead agency/client in their OOH efforts. Proactively manage, maintain and direct all OOH business
Guide the account(s) to profitability and stability by growing business of existing accounts and developing new sources of revenue
Provide monthly income projections to Managing Director, OOH
Inspect markets and OOH programs with plant operators and clients (when appropriate)
Provide point-of-view on various media in the marketplace
Handle any client requests – i.e. plan changes, budget changes, provide marketplace information
Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of OOH opportunities, market developments, trends and media research
Develop and maintain an in-depth knowledge of non-traditional OOH companies and media options
Attend internal and external meetings and presentations
Play an active role in the OOH advertising industry
Build and maintain strong relationships with OOH sales representative and foster a sense of partnership and respect