Media Planner

dunnhumby is the global leader in Customer Data Science, empowering businesses worldwide to compete and thrive in the modern data-driven economy. We prioritize the Customer First approach.

Our mission: to enable businesses to grow and reimagine themselves by becoming advocates and champions for their Customers. With deep expertise in retail—one of the most competitive markets with vast multi-dimensional data—dunnhumby today supports businesses across industries to be Customer First.

dunnhumby employs nearly 2,500 experts across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas, working with transformative, iconic brands such as Tesco, Coca-Cola, Meijer, Procter & Gamble, and Metro.

We are seeking a talented Media Planner to lead our Media business in partnership with MAF/Carrefour Middle East, suppliers, and manufacturers. The role involves building strong relationships, engaging clients, and delivering successful media campaigns using your Business Development, Sales, and Media Planning skills.

What you'll be doing:

1. Media planning: Develop annual communication roadmaps for key Suppliers (your Clients) and execute integrated in-store, digital, and targeted campaigns.
2. Data and insight-led decisions: Understand retail trends, confidently use insights and reporting tools, and explain campaign evaluations and KPIs to support strategic decisions.
3. Sales activity: Sell planned activities to clients to meet yearly budget goals.
4. Client advisory: Act as a trusted media advisor, using dunnhumby insights to ensure plans support retailer strategies and build brand and customer value.
5. Client management and engagement: Influence decision-making regarding marketing and media programs, leading client engagement to achieve business objectives with a customer focus.
6. Collaboration: Work with internal and external teams to develop and launch emerging solutions, including close collaboration with media and insight teams.
7. New service development: Drive in-house projects focused on establishing and scaling retail media capabilities.

Who you'll be working with:

You’ll collaborate with passionate, skilled professionals on impactful projects. Internally, you'll work with media planning, analysis, and campaign management teams, as well as dunnhumby’s global media experts. Externally, you'll engage with retailers, suppliers, agencies, and marketing contacts via various communication channels.

What you'll need:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in a related field
• Experience in strategic, insight-led media planning and research analysis
• Knowledge of the UAE market
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience
• Sales and advisory skills
• Knowledge of media channels and digital communications
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills

What you can expect from us:

We aim to exceed your expectations with a comprehensive rewards package, flexible working options, and thoughtful perks like flexible hours and a day off for your birthday. You’ll benefit from cutting-edge technology and a dynamic, inclusive culture that encourages experimentation and learning. We actively promote diversity and inclusion through various networks and initiatives. We welcome your application and are committed to accommodating your needs throughout the recruitment process. For a confidential chat, contact stephanie.winson@dunnhumby.com.

Our approach to Flexible Working:

We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where you can balance your career and personal commitments. If flexible work options are important to you, discuss this with your recruiter as we consider agile working arrangements during hiring.

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