Chicago, Illinois, USA
13 days ago
Associate Director, Client Lead, Local Investment

Company Description

Publicis Media Exchange (PMX) is the global media platform for Publicis Groupe [Euronext Paris FR0000130577, CAC 40]. PMX is an omnichannel activation powerhouse that drives smart application of investment through leveraging scale, marketplace innovation, deeper partnerships and knowledge. PMX is at the forefront of the converging marketplace building data-informed, tech-enabled media to help marketers connect with consumers in a measurable way.

Job Description

Ignite your career as an Associate Director, Client Lead at PMX! As an experienced media investment professional, you already know that Local Media is dynamic and more important than ever, providing clients with market specific strategies that maximize results while reducing waste. PMX has a re-imagined Local Media bringing together our Collective, Spark, Starcom, and Zenith agency brands. Discover the difference that PMX has to offer. Join our team and you could be doing your best work on behalf of our envied client roster. The Publicis Media Exchange activates across all local media channels too, including Television, Radio, Streaming Audio, and Digital Video (OTT/CTV/VOD).

Our Client Leads bring it all together, the direct link between our clients, our teams and the continuously evolving marketplace. In this role your ability to problem solve, communicate clearly, and engage across all stakeholders will be pivotal to our success.

You will report to Senior Vice President, Investment Operations.

This is a hybrid role, requiring three days in-office each week. If you are contacted for an interview, your recruiter will discuss specifics with you, inclusive of any necessary reasonable accommodations.

Role Objectives:

Bring strong thought leadership to client and team engagementsPrepare and present Local Landscape and marketplace to internal teams and external clientsPrepare and Present Buy Summary, Added Value, Posts, Audit reports and POVs on market opportunities to strategy counterparts and clientsOversee a team of Supervisor Client Leads and Negotiators for skill development, time and expense reporting, goal and performance reportingAssist Director with projects, VBS integrations and reporting, deliverable progress/timeline managementBuild relationships with senior Management in the vendor communityManage team training program participation s across multiple topics; lead sub committees for team challenges and innovation; mentor people managers and Supervisors to further grow.Collaborate with Planning/Strategy & Client Leads brainstorm for increased innovation in client communication and / or productivityDrive process automation improvement to decrease team level of effortAnalyze market level costs and collaborate with PMX on pricing benchmarksParticipate in new business by representing all areas of Local Media

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

7+ years of experience Local Media Investment or Media PlanningExhibit sharp attention to detail and strong math skillsProven leader, who is approachable, collaborative, responsible and accountableHave an advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (specific attention to Excel and PPT), as well as experience with HMX, OX, Prisma SWAD and TapscanHave a strong understanding of local media measurement (Nielsen and Comscore)Enjoy delivering presentations and know how to package, merchandise and sell-in concepts and new opportunities

Additional Information

Our Publicis Groupe motto "Viva La Différence" means we're better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.

Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact [email protected].

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Req #24-8204

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