Job description

At Saatchi & Saatchi we believe in creating ideas that can live anywhere. And we believe that when we work as a team, nothing is impossible. We strive to bring out the best in each other and in ourselves and expect applicants to understand the value of close collaboration. We also believe that creating transformational work requires initiative, an entrepreneurial spirit and a bold commitment to achieving measurable results and business success for the clients we service.

The full time Media Supervisor, Strategy & Planning position will work closely with other members of the Consumer Communications (C2) to lead the development of integrated media plans that are audience-first, insight-led, and aligned with client objectives. This role is responsible for campaign-level planning across channels ensuring cross-functional teams are aligned and delivering cohesive and impactful campaigns for a highly respected automotive client. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of the media landscape, translates data into actionable insights, and excels at client communication.

Success for this position is measured by the following

Demonstrate strong degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to collaborate with internal and external partners/teams including clients, outside agencies, media partners, and internal Saatchi teams (account management, creative, production, analytics, strategy and project management)
Ability to think strategically and apply critical analysis to develop business solutions, integrity and optimism, regardless of the situation
Demonstrate resourcefulness, creatively use resources to proactively solve problems and get the job done
Able to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment with excellent time management skills

Candidate experience/skills should include

4–5 years of experience in media planning or integrated strategy
Strong understanding of media channels (digital, traditional, emerging), with a focus on how they work together
Proven success leading client conversations and managing cross-team collaboration
Strong communication, presentation, and storytelling skills
Experience using media planning tools (e.g., MRI, Comscore, Commspoint, NMI)
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills

Roles and Responsibilities include

Lead the development of omnichannel media strategies that align with business and marketing goals
Translate brand and performance objectives into media planning frameworks and tactical recommendations
Work closely with cross-functional teams to develop integrated plans
Manage campaign briefing, timelines, plan development, and presentation to key client stakeholders
Oversee audience & community development, channel mix strategy, and budget allocation decisions
Ensure campaigns are tracked against KPIs and optimize toward outcomes in partnership with analytics
Mentor planners and associates, providing guidance and review of their work
Collaborate with strategic investment teams to ensure flawless execution
Other duties as assigned