Senior Manager – Media

Job Description

<p>The Senior Manager will work closely with the media teams on a global CPG client with an ambitious transformation agenda to drive operational excellence, champion productivity, and nurture cross-market collaboration across 7 markets in the MEA region (Middle East &amp; Africa)<br><br></p><p>The role is a combination of project management and procurement hence requiring the Senior Manager to have some experience in media buying.<br><br></p><p>You should be able to coordinate with multiple markets ensuring that global deliveries are met. Hence we look for a candidate that has experience in operations and project management<br><br></p><p>The role will focus on:<br><br></p><p>- Driving operational excellence: Ensuring we have the correct processes, workflow, and documentation to ensure flawless implementation &amp; delivery across markets.<br><br></p><p>- Managing productivity delivery: Work with and mentor local markets to ensure they understand our commitments, buying measurement methodology, and the savings calculation process.<br><br></p><p>- Nurture cross-market collaboration: Deepen connectivity, increase engagement, and facilitate knowledge exchange.<br><br><br><br></p><strong>Qualifications<br><br></strong><p>We are looking for a candidate with min 5 years of experience in media who is inquisitive, has a strong eye for detail and accuracy, likes working with data and numbers, and has an analytical and problem-solving approach.<br><br></p><p>Some key attributes to the role are :<br><br></p><p>- Advanced knowledge of media workflows – planning and buying + project managament<br><br></p><p>- Excellent reporting and client management skills. This person is an enabler and needs to coordinate with a large group of people.<br><br></p><p>- Strong understanding of media – This person should be able to report to the client on savings, performance and value commitment.<br><br></p>