Supervieur(e) - Planification Média

The role

The media planning supervisor works closely with the planning director on all aspects of media planning and is the main daily contact for the client. This role leads media plan development and manages budgets and a team of junior planners.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and partner agencies
• Lead the development of media plans, including media analysis to support recommendations
• Use research tools such as Vividata, Commspoint and ComScore to build recommendations
• Prepare and present media plans with objectives, strategy and a data-based rationale
• Supervise, guide and advise media planning team members on daily work
• Delegate work and guide team members so the client receives consistent work
• Manage media budgets closely, working with the finance department
• Take part in client and agency meetings as the daily representative of the media product group
• Manage campaigns continuously and stay informed of all planning team communications
• Look for and pursue new communication and innovation opportunities

Required qualifications

• College diploma or bachelor's degree, preferably in advertising, marketing, business administration or communications, or equivalent work experience
• More than 5 years of relevant media experience
• Experience across the full cycle of strategy and media plan development
• Ability to build strategic thinking and recommendations based on client category knowledge, consumer insights, competition and brand communication ecosystem
• Proven verbal and written communication skills and strong presentation skills
• Strong time management and ability to prioritize across multiple projects and tight deadlines
• Strong analytical, mathematical and quantitative skills
• Full knowledge of research tools and media planning software needed for the role
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in French and English, orally and in writing
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving ability
• Deep knowledge of the Quebec market and its culture

Benefits

• Competitive medical insurance
• Group retirement plans
• Dental and vision coverage
• Generous paid vacation
• Preferred discounts with partners
• Days dedicated to employee mental health awareness
• Access to the WPP Media and WPP global network for growth and learning
• Employee resource groups and regular office events

Before you apply

• Applicants who need accommodation or flexibility are asked to discuss it with the recruitment team during the interview process
• 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 works with international clients through the WPP Open platform.