Media Buyer

UM Canada; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Flexible hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

UM Canada is seeking a Media Buyer to prepare, negotiate, and document client media buys within the buying group, supporting the Supervisor/Manager and Planner with comprehensive written materials.

You will work with an integrated media investment team to ground campaigns in insights, delivering flawless media executions and proactive optimization across partnerships.

Qualifications

• Professional or Educational background in Marketing or Advertising would give leverage to this application.
• Associate level of experience within the media industry with proven buying experience.
• Driven desire to develop and excel in a media career.
• Client service oriented.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Highly developed organizational skills with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent ability to manage and prioritize time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate media campaigns directly with sales representatives.
• Purchase all assigned media to campaign parameters.
• Request submissions for upcoming campaigns from media partners.
• Develop a media schedule that satisfies campaign parameters and brand objectives.
• Prepare and present pre-buy and post-buy reports.
• Upload media buys and track changes with accuracy.
• Responsible for solving billing discrepancies/queries and budget control report (BCR).
• Execute revisions to the media buy and negotiate compensation as required.
• Ensure clear communication with planning teams and briefs.
• Assist Senior Buyer with cost value analysis of sponsorships and integrations.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Budget management

Media research tools

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Marketing/Advertising background

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The role of a Media Buyer is to prepare, negotiate and document the execution of client’s media buys within their buying group, as well as prepare or assist the Supervisor/Manager in preparing all written documentation for the Planner or Client

.This role requires you to work as part of an integrated media investment team to ensure the product is grounded in insights and experience, resulting in flawless media executions.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate media campaigns directly with sales representatives.
• Purchase all assigned media to campaign parameters.
• Request submissions for upcoming campaigns from media partners.
• Develop a media schedule that satisfies campaign parameters and brand objectives.
• In partnership with the media planning team address market concerns, timing, and brand attribution.
• Prepare and present pre-buy and post-buy reports.
• Upload media buys and track changes with a high level of accuracy.
• Responsible for solving and clearing billing discrepancies/queries, and managing the budget control report (BCR) in a timely manner.
• Execute all relevant revisions to the media buy.
• Negotiate compensation as required.
• Ensure clear communication with the planning teams (e.g. involvement in briefs).
• Assist the Senior Buyer on the evaluation or cost value analysis of sponsorships and integrations and make recommendations where appropriate.
• Explore promotional or value-added opportunities where applicable.
• Proactively advise the team of any variations to execution of media plans.
• Assist with training junior employees on tools and processes.
• Assist with the preparation of media point of views (POVs).
• Prepare market analyses.
• Conduct third party audits as required.
• Continue to proactively develop knowledge of the media landscape.

Qualifications:

• Professional or Educational background in Marketing or Advertising would give leverage to this application.
• Associate level of experience within the media industry with proven buying experience.
• Driven desire to develop and excel in a media career.
• Client service oriented.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen.
• Strong learning agility, with a passion for continuous development.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Highly developed organizational skills with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent ability to manage and prioritize time effectively.
• Proactive approach to problem solving, assisting the team, self-development, etc.
• Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently.
• Ability to negotiate effectively.
• Ability to develop and foster relationships with media partners.
• Proficient with media research tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

This is an active vacancy. We are currently hiring for this role and reviewing applications on an ongoing basis.Expected Salary: $50,000 - $55,000

Omnicom Media is providing the compensation range that the company is willing to pay for this position based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. In addition, Omnicom Media provides rewarding offerings such as:

UM Canada is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, colour, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, provincial, or municipal law.

What's in it for you?

Generous paid time off with a minimum of 37 paid days off including vacation and monthly wellness days. We also have four-day long weekends, half-day summer Fridays, and meeting-free Friday afternoons year-round.

A flexible hybrid work model that works for you.

A focus on personal development with formal training opportunities, including mental health training and inclusion education for everyone.

A chance to be part of and grow within a global network of agencies.

The opportunity to contribute to our company culture by joining one of our many community-based employee groups, such as Black Employee Network, Girls on Fire, Hispanic or Latinx Alliance, Life on the Spectrum, Pan-Asian Network, and Rainbow Lounge.