Manager, OOH

The primary responsibility of the Manager, OOH is a senior planning/buying position whose responsibility is to negotiate cost efficient media recommendations on behalf of the clients. Supported by the Associate and/or Sr. Associate media buyers, the Manager, OOH coordinates all aspects of the planning and buying process. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

Buying and Execution: 

• Negotiate cost efficient schedules on behalf of the clients 

• Coordinate all aspects of the planning and buying process 

• Work closely with vendors 

• Seek creative solutions to enhance buys (Diversified Revenue) 

• Proficient understanding of system and tools; ECOS, Telmar, Geopath, OCS, M1 

• Manage all discrepancy/billing resolution 

• Act as the foundation to ensure the team is successful in the implementation of plans 

Client & Internal Relationships: 

• Manage expectations of clients and their deliverables 

• Aids Sr. Manager to advise clients on best ways to integrate OOH into their campaigns 

• Grow business opportunities within current clients 

• Work with Sr. Manager to develop and oversee junior staff, manage time, assure projects are completed on time and adhere to (within) client budget 

• Keeps up with the latest trends in media 

• Informs client/team of new opportunities or issues 

• Builds positive relationships with internal and external teams and sets good example for Sr. Associate level 

• Attends all status meetings when appropriate 

• Manage relationships with external client vendors 

• May be responsible for informing team of new opportunities or issues 

• Participates and contributes in face-to-face client or vendor meetings 

Strategic Thinking & Leadership: 

• Keeps current with market research (industry periodicals, email newsletters, websites).  

• Educate the team on key issues/trends regarding client/vendor issues, market landscape changes, internal agency issues, changes in account status, etc. 

• Provide guidance to team members nurture/promote team environment 

• Be curious on the strategic importance of OOH and how it impacts the wider media mix 

• Responsible for constructing and delivering accurate, honest, and timely post performance management documents 

• Works with management team (Sr. Manager/AMD/Media Director) to develop strategies for media buys 

• Implement key leadership decision quickly and efficiently 

Communications Skills: 

• Expresses oneself clearly and concisely in oral communications 

• Writes in a clear, compelling, and concise manner 

• Organizes ideas and information logically and sequentially 

• May assist in the development of media presentations and tactical POVs 

• Develop client reports that are clear, compelling, and persuasive 

• Ensure key information is provided to team regarding client issues, internal agency issues, changes in account status, etc. 

EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: 

• Bachelor’s Degree 

• 3+ years industry experience, including at least 1 year at the Sr. Associate level 

• Strong math and analytical skills 

• Media vendor negotiation experience 

• Knowledge of standard OOH concepts and formats 

• Advanced computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 

The annual base salary range for this position is 60K- 82K. Placement within the salary range is based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other factors permitted by law.  Additionally, this position is eligible for discretionary incentive compensation.  

Benefits available with this position include:   

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance,  

• Life insurance,   

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance,  

• 401k,   

• Flexible paid time off,  

• At least 15 paid holidays per year,  

• Paid sick and safe leave, and  

• Paid parental leave.  

Dentsu also complies with applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.  For more information regarding dentsu benefits, please visit www.dentsubenefitsplus.com.  

To begin the application process, please click on the “Apply” button at the top of this job posting. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.  

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