Strategic Media Planner & Buyer — Digital & Traditional

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Health insurance and professional dev

Collaborative work environment

Exposure to various media channels

Career growth in Gauteng

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking a meticulous Media Planner and Buyer to develop and execute media plans across traditional and digital channels. You will negotiate with vendors, analyze performance, manage client relationships, and ensure campaigns are cost-efficient and on time.

The role offers exposure to multiple media platforms and opportunities for growth within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in media planning and buying, preferably in an agency.
• Degree in Marketing, Advertising, or Communications.
• Knowledge of SA media landscape is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop media plans based on client briefs and objectives.
• Research and recommend digital, TV, radio, print, and OOH channels.
• Negotiate with media vendors for rates and placements.
• Execute media buys with accuracy and on schedule.
• Monitor performance and provide actionable reports.
• Manage client relationships and present strategies.

Skills

Media planning

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Advertising/Communications

Tools

Comscore

Nielsen

Ad serving platforms

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking a meticulous Media Planner and Buyer to develop and execute media plans across traditional and digital channels. You will negotiate with vendors, analyze performance, manage client relationships, and ensure campaigns are cost-efficient and on time.

The role offers exposure to multiple media platforms and opportunities for growth within a collaborative team environment.