Associate Director, Digital Strategy & Planning

Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 97,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Spark Foundry, part of Publicis Groupe, is seeking an Associate Director, Strategy to lead cross-channel media planning for key brands and ensure accurate budget control and effective online activity. You will collaborate with Managers to develop and communicate all media recommendations.

Candidates should have 5+ years in digital media planning, buying, and management, demonstrate strategic thinking, and have prior team leadership experience in a fast-paced agency setting.

Qualifications

• Have 5+ years in digital media planning, buying and management with progressive responsibility.
• Think strategically, consider the bigger picture and solve problems with unconventional solutions.
• Have led a team and managed multiple moving parts effectively.
• Build strong client, vendor and rep relationships with negotiation history.
• Active in digital gadgets and communities; leverage new platforms for brands.

Responsibilities

• Cross-channel media planning and buying, especially digital.
• Build strong client relationships and communicate recommendations with authority.
• Manage timelines, projects and personnel across teams.
• Adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment with multiple work streams.
• Show strong strategic thinking and collaboration to improve outputs.
• Maintain vendor relationships and ensure effective collaboration with clients.
• Lead in-person client meetings with confidence and clarity.

Skills

Cross-channel planning

Digital media management

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Job description

Spark Foundry, part of Publicis Groupe, is seeking an Associate Director, Strategy to lead cross-channel media planning for key brands and ensure accurate budget control and effective online activity. You will collaborate with Managers to develop and communicate all media recommendations.

Candidates should have 5+ years in digital media planning, buying, and management, demonstrate strategic thinking, and have prior team leadership experience in a fast-paced agency setting.