Job Description

This role is open to Malaysians only and will require to manage a team of 12 planners and implementers across offline and digital platforms. This role reports the Group Business Director. Expectations for this role: Establish a partner-relationship with regional & in-market clients by being involved in the business environment Hone feasibility, profitability and negotiation skills through implementation and management of plans at best prices and terms to maximize effectiveness of placement\'s reach to client\'s consumers. Ensure professional deliveries in all client dealings Collaborate with digital specialist teams across the region to develop digital strategy and media plan recommendations, integrating offline recommendations Able to synthesize various media statistics and information to develop recommendations and opinions in the area of emerging digital media Able to analyze, understand, & develop strategies for markets across the region Able to synthesize various media statistics and information to develop recommendations and opinions in the area of emerging digital media Monitor plan execution and serves as first point of contact to raise and resolve any identified issues/discrepancies Ensure media deliverables are met on time and within budget and align with clients\' objective Ensure clear documentation on all communications with business partners and agency partners Generate media insights using various data sources and crafts strategic POV based on data for internal and client audiences around media, brands, consumers and experiences Serve as first level coach and supervisor to one or more planners to support their knowledge of agency, client, vendor and industry basics as well as their overall skill development in the execution or monitoring of experience plans Work with Planner to ensure accurate and timely invoicing (e.g. regular review of unbilled reports, resolve unbilled cases with Finance) Qualifications 7-10 years media planning experience required, with focus on strategic and operational planning and execution, with at least 3 years working on regional/global accounts Knowledgeable about and experienced with the concepts, approaches and issues involved in integrated planning Adaptive and keen to learn on the digital ecosystem Familiar with the timelines, processes and needs of the implementation of all media Knowledgeable about new approaches toand developments in digital tactical planning (social and mobile included) Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving Able to work successfully with teams, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure Technical proficiency, particularly with media systems and MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint Integrate understanding into the work to make decisions on the business Filter and adapt the different options and applies good judgment combined with hard facts to select which ideas will produce the best results Understand what the client\'s business needs by understanding the history of the brand and what the client wants it to stand for.Understand the client\'s strategic intent and the implications for building the client\'s business Proficient in all syndicated and proprietary media applications Additional Information Our employee benefits package comprises the following: \' Generous leave entitlements, including birthday leave, rest day and family care leave. \' Office closure for World Mental Health Day 10th October. \' Additional company closure for all 4 major festive celebrations \' Cashless comprehensive medical coverage, including access to a panel clinic, dental and optical care. \' Life and personal accident insurance and group hospitalization and surgery. \' A hybrid working schedule and Friday disconnect. \' Rest Relax & Recharge - office closure last week of December every year. \' Phone allowance COMPANY VALUES TRUSTis the cornerstone upon which we build our relationships. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of how a partner should behave. We treat our people and our clients with respect, transparency and honesty. T TALENT This is first and foremost a people business. We are committed to ensuring Publicis Groupe a destination for the best talent in our industry. We value people as individuals, growing ourselves as we grow our client\'s business. TRANSFORMATION True transformation comes when we stop managing change, and instead initiate change. We believe in our purpose to be the admired force for business transformation. We believe that focusing on performance and results has the power to transform client business. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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