Media Buyer Job at ICON International, Inc. in Stamford

Founded in 1986, ICON International provides clients with financial solutions built around the concept of corporate barter. We help businesses leverage their underperforming assets by trading those goods for high‑value professional products and services. It’s a complex and dynamic field, driven by strategy, integrity, and creativity.

Position Description

ICON is seeking an Out‑of‑Home (OOH) Media Buyer to oversee the planning and procurement of outdoor advertising campaigns across diverse markets and media partners. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a collaborative approach. Exceptional communication abilities and a proactive, professional demeanor are essential. This role offers the opportunity to engage in trade negotiations with OOH media partners, making strategic networking a critical component of the position.

Responsibilities

• Manage client, media partner, and internal communications related to account status and negotiations.
• Plan and execute RFPs; distribute to relevant OOH media partners.
• Negotiate and secure OOH inventory while meeting profit goals.
• Ensure accuracy in media authorizations and partner contracts.
• Leverage data to support OOH recommendations and optimize buys.
• Maintain expertise in OOH formats and partner offerings across markets.
• Utilize inventory banks and collaborate on new trade opportunities.
• Oversee media posting to ensure timely and accurate campaign execution.
• Handle planning and buying across multiple clients simultaneously.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain efficient workflow.
• Foster strong relationships with clients, agencies and media partners.
• Stay informed on industry trends and market conditions.
• May be trained to buy additional media formats as needed.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required.
• Minimum 3 years of OOH media buying/planning preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience using SBMS, DoMedia & Geopath is a plus.
• Strong multitasking, teamwork, and pressure management skills.
• Excellent communication, project management, and time management abilities.
• Must have the legal right to work in the United States.

Additional Information

This position is based in ICON’s corporate office. The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, providing opportunities for growth and professional development.

The strength of our business comes from our people, our financial resources and the great relationships we’ve built with clients and other business partners. ICON brings them together to solve problems and to create innovative business opportunities. We’ve developed trading strategies that maximize asset value and improve business outcomes.

Award‑Winning Culture: Recognized as one of the 25 Best Places to Work in Connecticut and a Top Workplace in Fairfield County.

Competitive Compensation: We offer a robust base salary paired with an attractive benefits package including generous PTO, medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match.

Apply now and become an integral part of a company that’s reshaping the landscape of corporate finance and barter.