Media Planning Manager

Planning Manager As a Planning Manager at Spark, you will oversee a team of media professionals in developing ideas and activations that drive human connections. You will lead the team in pursuing innovative, well-targeted, communication and connection solutions across a variety of media to meet or exceed client objectives & drive business.
Spark has experienced an incredible growth rate over the past years. The network has transformed and moved at the pace of culture. As the Human Experience company, we are pleased to offer the opportunity to work from anywhere.
Responsibilities Ensures strong client relationships with quality of deliverables and client satisfaction
Maintains an in-depth knowledge of client business both current and historical
Actively listens to clients and anticipates client need to build business and make Spark indispensable
Communicates client objectives to internal stakeholders/staff members and clearly outlines a plan to meet them
Works with Director to develop and effectively sell through Spark and Publicis Media business solutions
Continually looks for opportunities to improve the group/process/product
Co-ordinate with partner agencies and global counterparts to maintain efficient work streams
Ensures current staff is fully utilized and operating effectively/efficiently to meet client needs
Takes a leadership role in the training and development of new staff members
Maintain overall control of workflow and assigned team responsibilities and provides assistance where necessary to ensure timely completion of projects
Works closely with the Group Director to continually assess group members' professional development.
Proactively communicates performance goals, as well as accomplishments and improvement need to staff on a regular basis.
Effectively and professionally handles performance issues as they occur
Assist Director in maintaining revenue forecasting
Behaviors and deliverables consistently demonstrate thought leadership and innovation
Leads by example via work ethic, team building approach, attitude and overall collaboration
Qualifications Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university preferred
6+ years of progressive levels of responsibility in media planning, buying and management
Demonstrated business acumen and a track record of success in the media services profession
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Strong negotiating skills
Solid interpersonal and teamwork abilities
Able to build and strengthen client relationships
Demonstrated leadership and supervision skills
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Strong analytical abilities
Strong command of media research and reporting resources
Additional Information Spark is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We create and nurture a vibrant work environment that celebrates, values and leverages all aspects of diversity and inclusiveness, attracts world-class talent and serves as the industry benchmark for best practices. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide appropriate accommodation for candidates with disabilities or accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process, upon request. Please contact our recruiter for any questions, accommodations or specific requests. We thank all candidates for their interest in Spark however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.