Media Operations Specialist II

Be essential at Cars Commerce

At Cars Commerce, we’re fanatical about simplifying everything about car buying and selling. We do right by our customers and consumers to better connect the industry with simplified and tierless technology to enhance, measure and drive local automotive retail. Whether through our No.1 most recognized marketplace, Cars.com, our industry-leading digital experience, Dealer Inspire, our trade and appraisal technology, AccuTrade, or our new Cars Commerce Media Network, Cars Commerce is essential for success in the automotive industry.  

No one ever travels alone here: at its core, Cars Commerce is collaboration. In fact, it’s built into the very fabric of our shared values. We like to say we Rise Together – putting people at the center of what we do, from consumer to customer to community. Life at Cars Commerce makes it easy when we share the ethos to be Open to All, encouraging open-minded communication because we know diverse thinking yields better outcomes. But critical to our success is Caring to Challenge and Taking Ownership, fueling a competitive spirit in a respectful environment where we think about tomorrow but act today. At our foundation, we have integrity, Doing the Right Thing, even when it’s hard. It’s our shared commitment to these values that makes Cars Commerce a place where growth becomes not only possible, but downright unavoidable.

But don’t take our word for it. As a U.S. News & World Report Best Company to Work For in 2024, we're obsessive about the employee experience. We are among the top 20% being declared “Best” of our industry based on six critical factors that are important to employee wellbeing, like quality of pay, benefits, work life balance and more.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update media budget records for DI Media Services accounts and products.

• Activate DI Media orders and subscriptions within Salesforce, ensure alignment with internal operational procedures.

• Ensure accuracy and consistency of budget changes across all tracking systems.

• Process and track budget updates within the system of record (Salesforce).

• Work closely with Sales, Media Specialists, and Finance teams to coordinate budget adjustments and ensure financial integrity.

• Identify discrepancies in media budgets and resolve issues in collaboration with relevant teams.

• Support reporting and reconciliation efforts to ensure financial transparency and accuracy for cross functional teams.

• Assist in optimizing workflows and processes to enhance media operations efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

• 2+ years of experience in media operations, finance, advertising, or a related role.

• Proficiency in Salesforce or similar CRM systems for budget tracking and updates.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets

• Experience working with media services, digital advertising, or financial operations is a plus.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Healthcare Plans
• New Hire Stipend for Home Office Set-Up
• Generous PTO
• Refuel - a service based recognition program where employees receive additional paid time away to learn grow and reset
• Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Volunteer Day, Recharge Day

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