Associate Director, Out-of-Home Investment

Gainor Staffing; Woodcliff Lake (NJ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gainor Staffing is seeking an Associate Director of Out-of-Home Investment to join their media team in Woodcliff Lake, NJ. In this role, you will shape and lead OOH buying strategies, evaluate proposals, negotiate deals, and expand OOH investments for clients. The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of experience in OOH investment strategies and excel in negotiation and relationship-building. The salary range for this position is $115,000 – 120,000 per year based on experience.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of hands-on experience shaping and executing Out-of-Home (OOH) investment strategies.
• Familiarity with both classic and digital OOH channels.
• Skilled at reviewing proposals and structuring efficient media deals.

Responsibilities

• Lead OOH buying strategies ensuring high-impact placements.
• Evaluate proposals and negotiate deals balancing performance and efficiency.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with media partners.

Skills

Negotiation

Out-of-Home (OOH) investment strategies

Strategic problem-solving

Relationship-building

Job description

A forward‑thinking organization specializing in converting business challenges into powerful media opportunities is seeking an Associate Director, Out‑of‑Home Investment to join its high‑performing media team. The company’s culture emphasizes accountability, strategic problem‑solving, and long‑term partnership, creating an environment where ambitious thinkers excel. The role will oversee OOH investment strategy, manage key media relationships, and drive impactful placements across diverse markets.

What You’ll Do

• Shape and lead OOH buying strategies across a mix of formats, ensuring clients receive high‑impact placements and competitive rates
• Evaluate proposals and negotiate deals that balance performance, efficiency, and long‑term value
• Identify opportunities to expand OOH investment within existing accounts by aligning recommendations with client goals
• Track marketplace shifts, new inventory, and innovative formats to inform strategic guidance
• Serve as a trusted resource to clients and internal teams, helping them understand OOH capabilities and how they support broader media plans
• Build and nurture strong relationships with media partners to position the organization as a preferred buyer
• Create market insights, case studies, and materials that support business development and demonstrate OOH expertise
• Provide coaching and direction to junior team members on negotiation, vendor management, and campaign execution

What Success Looks Like

• Clients view you as a strategic partner who consistently delivers value and clarity in a complex marketplace
• OOH investments across your accounts become more efficient, more impactful, and more aligned with client objectives
• Vendor partners see your team as a top‑tier buyer known for fairness, preparedness, and strategic rigor
• Internal teams rely on your expertise to elevate integrated media strategies
• Junior team members grow under your guidance and contribute meaningfully to team output

Who You Are

• 4-7 years of hands‑on experience shaping and executing Out‑of‑Home (OOH) investment strategies
• Someone who thrives in negotiation settings and knows how to secure standout placements and strong value for clients
• Deeply familiar with both classic and digital OOH channels, including how inventory, pricing, and marketplace dynamics evolve
• Skilled at reviewing proposals, assessing value, and structuring efficient media deals
• Confident advising internal teams and clients on OOH best practices, measurement approaches, and emerging opportunities
• A relationship‑builder who can maintain productive partnerships with media owners and industry vendors
• A mentor who enjoys guiding junior talent and strengthening team capabilities

Salary Range: $115,000 – 120,000 per year, based on experience

Location: Woodcliff Lake, NJ

Gainor is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Gainor are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.