Manager, Media Planning

The role

You will lead a portfolio of strategic client relationships in Singapore for WPP Media's Clients Team. You will oversee the full campaign lifecycle, from cross-channel media strategy and planning to execution, optimization and financial governance.

What you will do

• Build and nurture senior client relationships as a primary point of contact
• Lead annual strategy sessions, quarterly business reviews and campaign roadmaps
• Develop integrated cross-channel media strategies and plans
• Oversee campaign execution, launch accuracy and quality control
• Manage account P&L, revenue forecasting and scope control
• Oversee client media budgets, spend tracking, reconciliations and invoicing
• Analyze campaign performance and lead A/B testing
• Deliver executive performance reports and recommendations
• Mentor and coach junior team members
• Coordinate collaboration across media owners, technology partners and internal specialists

Required qualifications

• At least 6-7 years of experience in media planning and client servicing in integrated advertising
• Track record of managing end-to-end campaigns in the Singapore market and regional hubs
• Good understanding of biddable channels
• Strong working knowledge of non-biddable media, particularly premium lifestyle and luxury
• Hands-on experience with analytics and reporting tools such as Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics, PowerBI, Excel, Clear Decisions and Evogenious
• Strong fluency in media math, financial stewardship, contract management and account profitability
• Exceptional presentation, negotiation and written and verbal communication skills
• Experience managing executive-level clients
• Self-driven ownership and ability to guide and mentor junior team members

Nice to have

• Experience working with Singapore and regional premium lifestyle and luxury publishers
• Established media relationships and understanding of the publisher landscape

Benefits

• Competitive medical and dental insurance
• Significant paid time off
• Preferential partner discounts
• Employee mental health awareness days
• Access to global WPP Media and WPP networks
• Employee resource groups and in-office events

Before you apply

• Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted

About the company

WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data and partnerships. It is an equal opportunity employer.