Negotiator, National Video Investment

Responsibilities

• Oversee, train and mentor Assistant Negotiators
• Mentor media trainees within the group
• Negotiate and purchase National Video scatter/upfront activity
• Maintain current knowledge of marketplace conditions through network meetings and trade publications
• Project delivery for inventory against relevant target demographics
• Steward media schedules adhering to each client’s buying guidelines
• Help oversee timeline and execution of added value opportunities
• Maintain confirmation of purchase, schedules, budgets, and reconciliation of network billing
• Monitor performance of buys using current rating information. Secure makegoods and/or audience deficiency units for underdelivery
• Contribute to post-analysis reports

Requirements

• B.A. or B.S. in Marketing, Advertising or related field
• Agency experience highly preferred
• 1+ years of experience working in a national media investment buying environment
• Experience negotiating TV dayparts and online video
• Strong negotiating and presenting skills
• Excellent communication, organizational and analytical skills
• Detail-oriented, able to multi-task and work well under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with Media Ocean software (DDS, MBOX) preferred
• Experience with Sports media buying preferred

Benefits

• Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.