Media Manager

Dentsu Aegis Network; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global media firm in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Media Planner Manager to lead a team and assist the Business Director. Responsibilities include managing media strategies, participating in discussions, and negotiating rates for campaigns. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in the media sector, strong knowledge of media planning, and proficiency in tools like AGB/Nielsen. This role offers the chance to work with high-profile accounts in a reputable team.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

High-profile accounts

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in the media sector.
• Good all-round media knowledge.
• Excellent English communication skills, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of media planners and assist the Business Director.
• Participate in media discussions with internal and external parties.
• Negotiate rates for ad-hoc campaigns and annual commitments.
• Work closely with buyers to prepare schedules for client approvals.

Skills

Media planning

Content marketing strategies

Negotiation

Research skills

Education

Diploma in a related discipline

Tools

AGB/Nielsen Analysis Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dentsu Aegis Network is made up of eight global network brands - Carat, Dentsu, Dentsu media, iProspect, Isobar, mcgarrybowen, Posterscope and Vizeum and supported by its specialist/multi-market brands including Amnet, Amplifi, Data2Decisions, Mitchell Communications (PR), psLIVE and 360i. Dentsu Aegis Network is innovating the way brands are built for its clients through its best‑in‑class expertise and capabilities in media, digital and creative communications services. Offering a distinctive and innovative range of products and services, Dentsu Aegis Network operates in 110 countries worldwide with over 23,000 dedicated specialists, with 17 countries, in 36 offices and over 9,000 people across Asia Pacific. We have a unique operating model of one P&L which enables integrated solutions that drives objectivity, collaboration and efficiency.

Job Description

The purpose of this role is to manage a team of media planners and assist the Business Director on a day‑to‑day basis. Demonstrate ability to map out media strategy to support brand related projects.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in media discussions and meetings with both internal and external parties.
• Responsible for all plans and schedules prepared for clients.
• Regularly update all plans and share with the Business Director and clients.
• Regularly update clients and colleagues on new opportunities and make appropriate recommendations, including preparing competitive reviews and providing highlights and key learning.
• Negotiate best rates for ad‑hoc campaigns and annual commitments.
• Work closely with buyers to prepare final schedules for clients’ approvals and signatures.
• Request client briefs and seek clarification before proceeding further to prepare media plans.
• Attend client meetings and WIPs if required.
• Keep immediate superior updated on status and developments in client billings and accounts.
• Work closely with immediate superior on annual media plans.
• Actively involved in ongoing and new business pitches with superior, preparing and carrying out presentations.
• Satisfy clients’ research needs according to their requirements.
• Be regularly updated and conversant in the use of AGB/Nielsen Analysis Software for planning purposes.
• Any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• At least a Diploma from a related discipline.
• Good all‑round media knowledge and at least 5 years of sector experience.
• Proficient in content marketing strategies; application experience is an added advantage.
• Excellent command of English, both spoken and written.
• Competent in using Microsoft Office applications and industry standard tools such as Nielsen.

Additional Information

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

Working for DENTSU AEGIS NETWORK MALAYSIA certainly gives you the opportunity to work with a reputable team and high profile accounts. The talent of our people is the lifeblood of our business and we invest constantly in their success — recognizing, rewarding and developing potentials. In line with our expansion, we are looking for vibrant, ambitious individuals who enjoy challenges and want to make an impact with the next integrated media communication.