Senior Associate Director - Comms Planning

u00A0 Senior Associate Director u2013 Comms Planning About WPP Media u00A0 WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com. u00A0 WPP Media is WPPu2019s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com u00A0 About OpenMind: A Leading WPP Media Brand u00A0 OpenMind by WPP is an integrated agency model drawing on talent from across WPP. It has been created to accelerate the European transformation for Nestlu00E9u2019s media function. Core to the solution is the advanced best data and technology capabilities, fuelled by WPPu2019s investment in AI, to maximise the impact of Nestlu00E9 media investment.u202F u202F u00A0 u00A0 Role Summary and Impact u00A0 The Category SAD is an experienced media expert as part of ZEUR UK team, responsible for developing strong relationships with the UK Nestle Category team, providing excellent Comms Planning skills and strategic guidance, have the knowledge/skills to push innovative thinking as well as best in class planning. You will be an excellent communicator & manager to an AD, Manager and Planner on your line of business. u00A0 This role will be a key enabler and accelerator of integrating Category strategy into local media plans, strategizing media investment allocation across markets and brands, increasing Category visibility into planning, performance, competition and ensuring x-market consistency. u00A0 The role is supported by a team of specialists (Above Market, Cluster), OpenMind leadership, and other Category leadership to draw from for inspiration and support. u00A0 Support implementation of fewer, bigger, better strategy through Category holistic media strategy and measurement (including Retail Digital Media & Search) Become a key stakeholder in your clientsu2019 business. Leading and executing their vision Developed the client business and contributed to its growth Work closely with the BD to review ways of working processes and develop client growth plans Take on responsibility of managing the quality of the work that is taken to the client and ensuring all reporting and finance processes and timings are adhered to. Build strong, long-lasting relationships with X category clients by understanding their business objectives, needs, and challenges Become the u2018go tou2019 for senior day to day clients. Become their trusted point person. Managed the development of exceptional, award winning planning work Be recognized as a go-to source of energy and insight in the team Deliver responses with data and evidence led insights, ambitious innovation opportunities to push things forward Identify commercial opportunities for us to do things better, that would benefit the client and the business. Managed and developed your team, ensuring they are performing at their full potential and looking out for their wellbeing Agree objectives with your BD to ensure constant progression. Contribute to OpenMind culture in the team u2013 great planners with clear goals, objectives, and development plans. Work with GDS (Biddable Digital Team) to ensure they are integrated seamlessly within planning processes and implementation processes. Work with retail team to help integrate capabilities into everyday planning. u00A0 Skills and Experience u00A0 At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. Itu2019s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Mediau2019s shared core values: u00A0 Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity. u00A0 Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust. u00A0 Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise. u00A0 Solid multimedia planning experience Experience managing senior clients and stakeholders Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders and agency partners A thirst for learning about technology, trends, media, people, brands and the industry An ambition and tenacity to make the ordinary extraordinary An ability to spot the real issue behind the brief u2013 knowing how to challenge the client to understand what they really need Data-literacy u2013 aware of the available resources and how to turn data into insights that shape clear strategic opportunities Attention to detail To have an opinion and be able to voice it in a clear and positive light Good storytelling skills u2013 to give our ideas and thinking the best chance of coming to fruition Team management skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and manage workload Calm under pressure u00A0 u00A0 Life at WPP Media & Benefits u00A0 Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and weu2019re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.u202Fu202F u00A0 u00A0 WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. u00A0 u00A0 u00A0 We believe the best work happens when we\’re together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That\’s why weu2019ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. u00A0 u00A0 We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. u00A0 u00A0 Please read our Privacy Notice ( https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy) for more information on how we process the information you provide. u00A0 While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.u202F u00A0 #LI-Promoted u00A0 u00A0 #J-18808-Ljbffr