Strategic Operations Lead, Media & Finance

Adelphi Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

OMD in Chicago is seeking an experienced Manager, Business Operations to coordinate cross‑functional teams across Planning, Investment, Finance and Operations, driving efficiency in end‑to‑end media workflows. You will own budgeting, data aggregation, quality assurance and governance for campaign investment plans, ensuring accurate reporting and timely invoicing to partners.

The role requires strong Excel skills, familiarity with MediaOcean and planning tools, and the ability to collaborate with

Qualifications

• 3+ years Media/Finance experience at a large media agency
• College Degree in Finance or Marketing required or equivalent work experience
• Knowledge of Digital, Broadcast and Print media preferred

Responsibilities

• Consult and confirm implementation governance and best practices across platforms
• Lead cross-functional integration and connectivity between teams (Planning, Investment, Marketing Science, Finance, Project Management) including offshore resources
• Collaborate with investment, activation and operations teams to ensure timely invoicing and delivery of media fees and budget plans
• Own and maintain planning and tracking tools for campaign data (PPO, monthly budget tracking, status reports)
• Manage MediaOcean, MediaTools/Planit and in-house budget tracking infrastructure
• Assist in creating and communicating financial guidelines and roadmaps
• Maintain relationships with vendors and ensure adherence to reporting deadlines

Skills

Media/Finance experience

Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Finance or Marketing degree

Tools

MediaOcean

DDS

Prisma

MediaTools

Planit

Job description

OMD in Chicago is seeking an experienced Manager, Business Operations to coordinate cross‑functional teams across Planning, Investment, Finance and Operations, driving efficiency in end‑to‑end media workflows. You will own budgeting, data aggregation, quality assurance and governance for campaign investment plans, ensuring accurate reporting and timely invoicing to partners.

The role requires strong Excel skills, familiarity with MediaOcean and planning tools, and the ability to collaborate with