Media Account Manager

Better Placed Ltd - A Sunday Times Top 10 Employer!; Manchester; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Media Sales Specialist, where you'll play a pivotal role in transforming media advertising strategies. This exciting position offers the chance to work with a beloved retailer, managing supplier relationships and driving media income across various channels. With a focus on collaboration and organization, you'll ensure campaigns are executed flawlessly and on time. If you're ready to thrive in a dynamic, target-driven environment, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in the retail sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in media sales with strong supplier relationships.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier calls and media bookings effectively.
• Collaborate with Trading and Marketing teams for campaign success.

Skills

Media Sales

Relationship Management

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Job description

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We are delighted to partner with one of the UK’s biggest and most loved retailers in their search for a Media Sales Specialist. This role marks the start of an exciting period of transformation. It is a 12-month FTC, primarily remote, with occasional travel to northern offices—details to be discussed during the initial phone call.

The successful candidate will work with various suppliers to promote and sell media advertising across multiple channels, including paid, print, and owned media.

The role is suited for a commercially minded media expert who enjoys managing advertising income and driving media investment.

The Role

1. Manage supplier calls and respond to queries.
2. Take ownership of media bookings and support suppliers with bookings.
3. Deliver media income aligned with targets and plans for specific categories.
4. Collaborate with colleagues in Trading and Marketing to ensure campaigns are activated on time and within budget.
5. Ensure client campaign details are accurate and shared with relevant teams for launches.
6. Create briefing documents for internal campaign delivery teams.
7. Analyze and report on supplier activity.

The Person

1. Proven experience building strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
2. A background in media sales, either agency or in-house.
3. Experience working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
4. Highly organized, able to manage multiple stakeholders and projects simultaneously.

For more information about the role and our client, please apply immediately.

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Contract

Job Function

• Advertising and Sales

Industries

• Retail

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