Job Description

Position Summary: The role of a Media Planning Supervisor is to manage our media planning product through preparing and presenting media plans, proposals, and analysis. The Media Planning Supervisor is also responsible for training and mentoring junior employees. This role requires you to work as part of an integrated media planning team to ensure the product is grounded in insights and experience, resulting in flawless media executions. Responsibilities: \xc2\xb7 Lead the preparation, writing and presentation of integrated media plans, proposals and analysis that satisfy client objectives and go beyond the brief. \xc2\xb7 Confidently and effectively communicate with the leadership team to address needs of the account (e.g. ensure campaigns launch according to plan, address questions quickly with appropriate client communication, flag concerns, etc.). \xc2\xb7 Proactively prepare and present evaluations of media opportunities, media trends and issues of interest to clients. \xc2\xb7 Ensure that all media plans adhere to the agency\'s values, philosophies, and processes. \xc2\xb7 Maintain the media plan and regularly evaluate the campaign performance. \xc2\xb7 Effectively manage ongoing client expectations in regard to work back schedule, and deadlines. \xc2\xb7 Build and maintain strong client relationships and respectful partner relationships. \xc2\xb7 Oversee the administration and maintenance of the buy. \xc2\xb7 Oversee team members in preparing and maintaining accurate and client finance reports and budget control reporting (BCRs). \xc2\xb7 Provide ongoing actionable feedback and training to direct reports in order to ensure performance and development goals are achieved. \xc2\xb7 Proactively contribute to and/or prepare media Point Of Views (POVs). \xc2\xb7 Contribute to the improvement of overall product and image and making recommendations where appropriate. Qualifications: \xc2\xb7 Professional or educational background in Marketing and/or Advertising would give leverage to this application.. \xc2\xb7 Mid-Senior level of experience in integrated media planning. \xc2\xb7 Ability to develop positive on-going business relationships with a focus on client service. \xc2\xb7 Ability to build solid internal relationships and partnerships. \xc2\xb7 Demonstrated ability to effectively apply knowledge and insights gained from research resources to media planning. \xc2\xb7 Experience with presenting. \xc2\xb7 Proactive approach to problem solving, supporting the team, self-development, etc. \xc2\xb7 Proficiency with media research tools (e.g. Clear Decisions, Vividata, Neilson), and media tools (e.g. Prisma) would give leverage to this application \xc2\xb7 Curiosity, with a passion for continuous development. \xc2\xb7 Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal). \xc2\xb7 Highly developed organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy. \xc2\xb7 Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently. \xc2\xb7 Ability to develop and foster relationships with media partners. \xc2\xb7 Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). \xc2\xb7 Ability to travel as required. UM is a global media agency committed to Futureproofing our clients\xe2\x80\x99 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 umww.ca. 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. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: $49,136.92-$148,203.43 per year Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness program
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• media planning: 3 years (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Toronto, ON M5J 2R8 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Toronto, ON M5J 2R8: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M5J 2R8