Job Description

Le r\xc3\xb4le d\'un Acheteur, Investissement est de pr\xc3\xa9parer, n\xc3\xa9gocier et documenter l\'ex\xc3\xa9cution des achats m\xc3\xa9dias de clients, ainsi que d\'aider le Superviseur ou le Directeur \xc3\xa0 pr\xc3\xa9parer toute la documentation n\xc3\xa9cessaire pour supporter l\'ex\xc3\xa9cution des campagnes de clients (par exemple : rapports avant/apr\xc3\xa8s achat, \xc3\xa9valuations/recommandations m\xc3\xa9dias). Ce r\xc3\xb4le exige que vous travailliez au sein d\'une \xc3\xa9quipe d\'investissement int\xc3\xa9gr\xc3\xa9e afin de garantir que le produit est fond\xc3\xa9 sur des connaissances et une exp\xc3\xa9rience sans faille commune \xc3\xa0 toutes les \xc3\xa9quipes m\xc3\xa9dias.

The role of a Buyer, Investment is to prepare, negotiate and document the execution of client\'s media buys within their buying group, as well as prepare or assist the Supervisor/Manager in preparing all written documentation for the Planner or Client (e.g.: pre-buy/post-buy reports, media evaluations/recommendations, and other pertinent documentation). This role requires you to work as part of an integrated media investment team to ensure the product is grounded in insights and experience, resulting in flawless media executions.

Key Responsibilities

• N\xc3\xa9gocier les campagnes m\xc3\xa9diatiques directement avec les repr\xc3\xa9sentants des ventes.
• Acheter tous les m\xc3\xa9dias retenus en fonction des param\xc3\xa8tres de la campagne.
• Demander aux partenaires m\xc3\xa9dias des soumissions pour les campagnes \xc3\xa0 venir.
• \xc3\x89laborer un calendrier des m\xc3\xa9dias qui r\xc3\xa9ponde aux param\xc3\xa8tres de la campagne et aux objectifs de la marque.
• En partenariat avec l\'\xc3\xa9quipe de planification m\xc3\xa9dia, r\xc3\xa9pondre aux pr\xc3\xa9occupations de march\xc3\xa9, du calendrier et de la performance d\'attribution de la marque.
• Pr\xc3\xa9parer et pr\xc3\xa9senter des rapports avant et apr\xc3\xa8s l\'achat.
• Gestion des inventaires m\xc3\xa9dias et suivre les changements avec un haut niveau de pr\xc3\xa9cision.
• Il est responsable de la facturation et de la gestion du rapport de contr\xc3\xb4le budg\xc3\xa9taire (BCR).
• Assurer une communication claire avec les \xc3\xa9quipes de planification (par exemple, participation aux s\xc3\xa9ances de briefs).
• Assister l\'acheteur principal dans l\'\xc3\xa9valuation ou l\'analyse du co\xc3\xbbt des opportunit\xc3\xa9s et formuler des recommandations le cas \xc3\xa9ch\xc3\xa9ant.
• Informer de mani\xc3\xa8re proactive l\'\xc3\xa9quipe de toute variation dans l\'ex\xc3\xa9cution de plans m\xc3\xa9dias.
• Aider \xc3\xa0 la formation des employ\xc3\xa9s juniors sur les outils et les processus.
• Pr\xc3\xa9parer des analyses de march\xc3\xa9.
• Continuer \xc3\xa0 d\xc3\xa9velopper de mani\xc3\xa8re proactive sa connaissance des plateformes m\xc3\xa9dias.

• Negotiate media campaigns directly with sales representatives.
• Purchase all assigned media to campaign parameters.
• Request submissions for upcoming campaigns from media partners.
• Develop a media schedule that satisfies campaign parameters and brand objectives.
• In partnership with the media planning team address market concerns, timing, and brand attribution.
• Prepare and present pre-buy and post-buy reports.
• Upload media buys and track changes with a high level of accuracy.
• Responsible for solving and clearing billing discrepancies/queries and managing the budget control report (BCR) in a timely manner.
• Execute all relevant revisions to the media buy. Negotiate compensation as required.
• Ensure clear communication with the planning teams (e.g. involvement in briefs).
• Assist the Senior Buyer on the evaluation or cost value analysis of sponsorships and integrations and make recommendations where appropriate.
• Explore promotional or value-added opportunities where applicable.
• Proactively advise the team of any variations to execution of media plans.
• Assist with training junior employees on tools and processes.
• Assist with the preparation of media POVs.
• Prepare market analyses.
• Conduct third party audits as required.
• Continue to proactively develop knowledge of the media landscape.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Formation post-secondaire ou exp\xc3\xa9rience professionnelle \xc3\xa9quivalente - Dipl\xc3\xb4me universitaire/de coll\xc3\xa8ge en publicit\xc3\xa9/marketing de pr\xc3\xa9f\xc3\xa9rence.
• Au moins un (1) an d\'exp\xc3\xa9rience dans l\'industrie des m\xc3\xa9dias avec une exp\xc3\xa9rience pertinente en mati\xc3\xa8re d\'achat.
• D\xc3\xa9sir de d\xc3\xa9velopper et d\'exceller dans une carri\xc3\xa8re dans l\'expertise des m\xc3\xa9dias.
• Orient\xc3\xa9 vers le service \xc3\xa0 la client\xc3\xa8le. Sens aigu de l\'analyse.
• Grande capacit\xc3\xa9 d\'apprentissage et passion pour le d\xc3\xa9veloppement continuel.
• Excellentes aptitudes \xc3\xa0 la communication (\xc3\xa9crite et orale).
• Excellente capacit\xc3\xa9 \xc3\xa0 g\xc3\xa9rer efficacement son temps et \xc3\xa0 \xc3\xa9tablir des priorit\xc3\xa9s.
• Capacit\xc3\xa9 \xc3\xa0 travailler efficacement et \xc3\xa0 effectuer plusieurs t\xc3\xa2ches \xc3\xa0 la fois.
• Capacit\xc3\xa9 \xc3\xa0 travailler en collaboration et de mani\xc3\xa8re ind\xc3\xa9pendante.
• Capacit\xc3\xa9 \xc3\xa0 d\xc3\xa9velopper et \xc3\xa0 entretenir des relations avec les partenaires m\xc3\xa9dias.
• Ma\xc3\xaetrise des outils de recherche des m\xc3\xa9dias.
• Ma\xc3\xaetrise de la suite Microsoft Office (Word, Excel et PowerPoint)

• Post-secondary education or equivalent professional experience - University/College degree in advertising/marketing preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year experience within the media industry with proven buying experience.
• Driven desire to develop and excel in a media career.
• Client service oriented. Strong analytical and financial acumen.
• Strong learning agility, with a passion for continuous development.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Highly developed organizational skills with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent ability to manage and prioritize time effectively.
• Ability to work well and multi-task.
• Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently.
• Ability to develop and foster relationships with media partners.
• Proficient with media research tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

UM is a global media agency committed to Futureproofing our clients\' businesses for the now and the next. We leverage the transformational power of rich business analytics and real-time intelligence to maximize growth and activate the full consumer journey across content and connections. Our consultative approach and agile model, rooted in diversity, equity and belonging, drive better business outcomes for brands. As the leading global media network in Mediabrands, UM operates in over 100 countries, with more than 3,000 people innovating on a roster of clients including the following in Canada: BMO, Sobeys, PokerStars, FanDuel, Johnson & Johnson, SkipTheDishes, Sony, Spotify and Hershey. UM is the number one agency in Canada, as ranked by RECMA, and the most awarded media agency at the Media Innovation Awards and CMA Awards for the past two years. For more information, please visit .

What\'s in it for you?

• Generous paid time off with a minimum of 37 paid days off including vacation and monthly wellness days. We also have four-day long weekends, half-day summer Fridays, and meeting-free Friday afternoons year-round.
• A flexible hybrid work model that works for you.
• A focus on personal development with formal training opportunities, including mental health training and inclusion education for everyone.
• A chance to be part of and grow within a global network of agencies.
• The opportunity to contribute to our company culture by joining one of our many community-based employee groups, such as Black Employee Network, Girls on Fire, Hispanic or Latinx Alliance, Neuro Network, Pan-Asian Network, and Rainbow Lounge.

UM is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, colour, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, provincial, or municipal law. Apply NowCancel

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