Media Placement Manager

Who We Are

The Orthodox Union (OU) is one of the largest Orthodox Jewish organizations in the United States. Founded in 1898, the OU supports a network of synagogues, youth programs, Jewish and Religious Zionist advocacy programs, programs for people with disabilities, localized religious study programs, and international units. The OU maintains a kosher certification service, whose circled U symbol is found on the labels of many kosher commercial and consumer food products.
Position Overview

The Orthodox Union (OU) is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and strategic Media Placement Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and optimization of paid media placements across the organization.
This role is responsible for ensuring that all media buys are strategically aligned, accurately executed, and delivered on time across print, digital, and other relevant channels. The Media Placement Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for media vendors, manage internal coordination across teams, and support the development of efficient systems and processes to streamline media planning and execution.
This position requires a strategic thinker who can develop and implement media placement strategies that maximize visibility, engagement, and return on investment (ROI). It also requires a strong customer service mindset, the ability to work collaboratively across departments, to understand stakeholder needs, and to deliver a high-quality, responsive experience to internal and external partners.
Responsibilities

Media Planning, Strategy & Execution

Develop and manage strategic media placement plans across print, digital, and other channels to maximize reach and ROI
Translate organizational goals into effective, data-driven media strategies
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to align on messaging, timing, and campaign objectives
Ensure all ads are reserved, scheduled, and delivered accurately, including correct sizing, copy, and placement
Vendor Management & Negotiation

Serve as the primary point of contact for media vendors and third-party partners
Negotiate rates and added value opportunities to maximize media spend across the organization
Maintain organized records of vendor specifications, pricing, and performance metrics history
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Customer Service

Partner closely with teams across departments to understand needs, priorities, and goals
Provide a high level of customer service by ensuring clear communication, responsiveness, and reliability
Proactively identify and resolve issues while maintaining strong working relationships with stakeholders
Scheduling & Operations

Manage and maintain the media calendar to ensure timely and accurate placements
Coordinate publishing schedules with vendors and internal teams
Implement and manage systems to streamline workflows, approvals, and media planning
Financial Coordination

Partner with the Operations Manager to process and track invoices
Ensure accuracy of billing against agreed-upon placements, rates, and deliverables
Support internal budget tracking and reconciliation for media spend
Track and report on cost savings, added value, and efficiencies achieved through media negotiations and strategic planning
Maintain organized documentation of all media purchases and financial records
Analytics, Reporting & Optimization

Track and report on paid media performance using relevant KPIs
Provide post-campaign analysis and insights and utilize data to refine future media strategies
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, performance, and cost-effectiveness
Earned Media Coordination

Coordinate with the external PR firm and internal stakeholders to support the placement and tracking of earned media opportunities
Ensure alignment between paid and earned media efforts where relevant
Qualifications

BA/BS required
2-5 years of relevant experience
Familiarity with the Jewish media landscape strongly preferred
Experience with media buying, planning, or campaign coordination
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and develop media plans that drive measurable results
Strong customer service skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders
Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with project management tools such as Monday.com
Understanding of paid media KPIs and performance metrics
Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000, commensurate with experience.
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

The OU offers health insurance through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). Instead of a single group plan, employees have the freedom to choose their own health insurance plan that fits their personal and family needs. The OU contributes a generous monthly amount directly toward your premium, making coverage more flexible, affordable, and tailored to you.
Employees enrolled in our health plan also receive an annual BeniComp stipend, a supplemental benefit that reimburses eligible medical, pharmaceutical, dental, and vision expenses.
In addition, the OU offers employees group dental and vision insurance through MetLife.
Additional Benefits and Perks

10 paid sick days
10-15 paid vacation days
Paid Jewish and Federal holidays
Short Fridays to accommodate for Sabbath observance
Free life and disability insurance
Discounted continuing education opportunities
403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer match after 3 years (requires a minimum 2% employee contribution)

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