Job Description

The Negotiator role will report into the Supervisor position and will be a part of the Advanced TV practice (CTV/OTT and Linear Addressable). This team works collectively to ensure that we have a thorough understanding of and a pulse on the media landscape, make smart investments with media partners, negotiating mutually favorable terms, and plan and execute client media buys that best deliver on their business and marketing objectives.

On top of invaluable experience in the fast-growing and ever-evolving Advanced TV landscape, this role offers the chance to work across a variety of agencies and client brands/verticals, and the opportunity to collaborate with different teams of experts across Publicis Media.

About The Role

We are looking for a talented and highly motivated individual to join our team and manage a growing business. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Expectations for this role fall into 3 key categories:

1. Developing Teams & Talent

• Understand roles and responsibilities within the team.
• Contribute to training of Sr Associates/Associates on their team and billing/reconciliation team individuals.
• Reviews and supports goals of Sr./Associates.

2. Delivering on Our Value Proposition

• Participate in meetings with partners to understand portfolio offerings and identify opportunities for client investment.
• Collaborate with agencies’ strategy, investment, data + analytics teams to review and understand client briefings
• Strategically plan campaigns to align with client expectations
• Develop campaign proposals that effectively outline campaign details and present to client teams

3. Managing Business & Operations

• Can execute process with some oversight and high degree of accuracy.
• Participate in discrepancy resolution for assigned clients and campaigns.
• Establish expectations through clear communication with client and vendor.
• Contribute to data input across various tools.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, OX/Prisma, Salesforce, etc.
• Keeps Salesforce up to date for assigned accounts.

Qualifications

Technical Skill Requirements

We value diversity of thought and experiences at APEX! If you learned about media from the sales or agency side, that’s great but we do need folks with basic level of understanding of how media investment works.

• 2-5 years of experience with Basic knowledge of media is critical for success in this role
• Diverse backgrounds and experience are welcome including Agency Planning/Investment, Media Sales, Consulting and/or Media Client Side
• Experience with Advanced TV, including CTV/OTT and/or Addressable TV, with knowledge of the landscape and confidence in activating and managing campaigns
  • Example Advanced TV platforms include Ampersand, Dish, DirecTV, LG, Vizio, Samsung, Roku, NBCU AdSmart, Disney, etc.
• Basic knowledge of Salesforce and MS Office Suite (must be proficient in Excel)
• Strong media financial acumen is mandatory
• Business financial acumen is preferred
• Basic understanding of the media landscape

Soft Skill Requirements

Technical skills are a point of entry for the roles at APEX but we’re looking for exceptional talent with high emotional intelligence and soft skills that drives our culture.

• Has strong relationships, trust, respect, and support from others
• Hungry to work hard to meet/exceed expectations
• Adapts well, embraces and drives change
• Acts transparently with others
• Leads with positivity and inclusivity to inspire those around them

Additional Information

Publicis Media provides benefits and resources designed to support all of our employees. With comprehensive health and dental benefits, 401K match program, generous time off, and flexibility to work remotely we strive to support work life balance. We encourage participation in the over 13 Business Resource Groups, including groups for Women, People of Color, Veterans, LGTBQ community and allies, Parents, and more.

Please let your Publicis Recruiter know if there are any particular adjustments we can consider to make the interview more accessible and comfortable.

We know that when the whole person is cared for, they are able to do their best work. That’s why we offer benefits that go way beyond comprehensive health, dental, 401K matching, and flexible time. We also offer access to over 16+ Business Resource Groups, mentorship programs and training opportunities, wellness and enrichment programming, extensive benefits for caregivers and new parents, tuition reimbursement, and so much more.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

REQ # 23-8373