Vice President, Media Planning

Starcom Worldwide•Chicago, IL

15d•Hybrid

About The Position

Publicis Groupe, known for its world-renowned creativity, best in class technology and data assets, and digital and consulting expertise, is one of the world's largest communications groups. With 108,000 staff in over 100 countries, the Groupe has capabilities in Creative, Media, Digital Business Transformation and Production. Publicis Groupe has transformed its business model and its organizational structure to put its clients at the centre and to facilitate access to all its services in a fluid, modular way. Today, Publicis Groupe is organized across 4 Solutions Hubs - Publicis Communications, Publicis Media, Publicis Sapient, and Publicis Health- for easier connectivity and integration, fostering collaboration throughout the Groupe; while Epsilon at the core will fuel the Groupe's entire operations to deliver personalized experiences at scale. As a Connecting Company for the Connected Age, Publicis Groupe is able to deliver winning solutions for clients through the Power of One - driven by a common purpose, a powerful spirit, shared behaviours, great character and a relentless focus on our clients. Helping Our Clients Unlock Growth in the Platform World “Publicis exists to help our clients unlock growth. Through the Power of One, we are seamlessly connected to partner with our clients so that they can Unlock Growth in the Platform World.” - Arthur Sadoun, Chairman and CEO, Publicis Groupe. Opportunity Publicis Groupe is searching for a talented individual to join the team and our bespoke agency for a globally recognized company known for its iconic brands across Snacking, Petcare and Food & Nutrition across our network and around the globe. This is a unique opportunity to partner with iconic brands on their marketing transformation journey. You will help enable the client to future-proof their business, whilst also being part of a Power of One model that integrates media, production, data & tech, social, influencer and commerce to create end-to-end PESO experiences. The global team will consist of individuals from over 70+ markets, all operating with the same vision: To build a better today, for tomorrow. Overview The Vice President, Planning manages the planning process for assigned clients. The VP is a leader who contributes to brand strategy, builds solid relationships with clients across all levels and functions, and can manage, lead, and develop their internal planning team while also playing an active “hands-on” role in the deployment of strategic plans. The VP should also be fiscally accountable for ensuring proper budget management and identifying upside revenue potential for the agency.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred, preferably with a concentration in marketing, advertising, communications, business, sociology, or consumer insights
10+ years of media planning, buying, and management experience in progressive levels of responsibility.
7+ years of management experience with progressing responsibilities
Demonstrated business acumen and a track record of success in the media services profession.
Strategic thinker, seeing the bigger picture, with the ability to analyze everything and think critically when solving problems to come up with unconventional solutions.
Ability to establish and manage the P&L statement.
Previous leadership and team management.
Ability to build great relationships with clients, vendors, and reps.
History of negotiating to get the job done right and track record of success in media.

Responsibilities

Strong leadership presence and client management skills
Leads thinking to inspire innovative solutions, creativity, and a proactive approach
Digital mindset/fluency and an insatiable curiosity
Flexibility and agility to manage complex processes
Ensure the team delivers sound strategic plan recommendations based on a clear understanding of client objectives
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of client businesses with a focus on upstream initiatives
Expert command of Media Research resources, capabilities and limitations
Exemplify collaboration by building and maintaining productive relationships across all communications areas (internal teams and agency partners).
Ability to think beyond “media” as an active collaborator in the Integrated Marketing Communications process
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; inclusive of presentation and storytelling skills.
Ability to prioritize and organize issues/projects for self and staff