Senior Manager - Integrated Media Planning

Boardroom Appointments; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks an experienced candidate to lead the Media and Channel Integration strategy. The role requires 8-10 years of experience in a Media or Channel Strategy environment, with a strong focus on stakeholder engagement and budget management. Relevant educational qualifications and 3-4 years of management experience are essential. This position is based in Midrand, South Africa.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years experience in Media or Channel Strategy environment.
• Experience in financial services is advantageous.
• 3-4 years management experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of Media and Channel Integration strategy.
• Communicate and inspire commitment across teams.
• Manage budgets to deliver against business objectives.

Skills

Media and Channel Strategy

Stakeholder Engagement

Budget Management

Digital Marketing

Leadership

Education

Grade 12/SAQA Equivalent

3-year Business-related degree/diploma

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Functional Strategy Formation: Lead the development and implementation of the Media and Channel Integration strategy, ensuring alignment with wider corporate strategy.
• Leadership and Direction: Communicate actions needed to implement the strategy and brand plans; inspire commitment across teams.
• Marketing: Oversee effective creation, implementation, and maintenance of Media and Channel Integration strategies to achieve ROI and brand presence.
• Budgeting & Costing: Manage and optimise budgets to deliver against business objectives.
• Brand: Ensure integration of A&G, Virseker & Partnerships media strategy with the overall brand strategy.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Manage stakeholders up to C-suite level, leading engagement plans and collaboration with Marketing Managers.
• Customer Relationship Management: Develop and maintain relationships with key decision-makers and influencers.
• Contract Management: Oversee media buying and partner relationships; negotiate service-level agreements.
• Continuous Improvement: Implement innovation processes and stay up to date with media market developments.
• Performance Management: Lead a diverse team, set objectives, monitor performance, and implement corrective actions.
• Digital Marketing Capabilities: Contribute to the digital marketing roadmap, enablement strategies, and capability building.

Education

• Grade 12/ SAQA Accredited Equivalent (Essential)
• Relevant 3-year Business-related degree/diploma in Commerce, Marketing, Media, or Advertising (Essential)

Experience

• 8-10 years experience in Media or Channel Strategy environment (Essential)
• Experience in financial services (Advantageous)
• 3-4 years management experience (Essential)