Group Head - Media Planning

About Dentsu International India:

Awarded the Oscars of the advertising world, The Cannes Global Agency of the Year 2022 (a first for India!) Dentsu international comprises of six leadership brands - Carat, dentsu X, iProspect, Isobar, dentsuMB and Merkle, each supported by its specialist divisions and scaled services. With best-in-class services and solutions in Media, Customer Experience Management (CXM), and Creative, dentsu international operates in over 145 markets worldwide with more than 66,000 dedicated talented employees working together to reach the never before!

Part of dentsu International, dentsu India helps some of the biggest & most interesting brands who are our clients everyday to win, keep and grow their best customers and achieve meaningful progress for their businesses. With best-in-class services and solutions in Media, CXM (Customer Experience Management) and Creative, Dentsu India is the 2nd biggest Advertising agency network in India while the dentsu international is the 5th largest in the world.

In good times and bad, we partner with brands to achieve meaningful progress as we are a force for good & for meaningful growth. Our teams of optimists, entrepreneurs and first-movers coalesce around the needs of our clients, unlocking unique possibilities for sustainable value and lasting change.

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About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Group Head Media to lead and inspire our talented team at Dentsu Creative Digital Media Agency. You will be responsible for developing and executing strategic, data-driven media campaigns across a diverse portfolio of clients . This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate leader to play a key role in our agency's growth and success.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive media strategies that align with client objectives, audience insights, and market trends.
• Lead the media buying process, leveraging programmatic tools and platforms to secure optimal placements and negotiate cost-effective deals.
• Manage and optimize campaigns across various digital channels, including display, search, social, video, and native advertising.
• Utilize advanced analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, DoubleClick, Excel) to measure campaign performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media vendors and partners.
• Lead and mentor a team of media specialists, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Prepare and present campaign reports and insights to clients.
• Stay abreast of the latest digital media trends and innovations.
• Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in digital media strategy and advertising, with a strong track record of success.
• Deep understanding of programmatic media buying, including tools like Google DV360, Xandr, AppNexus, etc.
• Proven expertise in data analysis and reporting, with proficiency in Excel and advanced analytics tools.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• A passion for the digital media landscape and a keen interest in staying ahead of the curve.
• A creative understanding of marketing principles is a plus.

Additional Requirements:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• A positive and enthusiastic attitude with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Why Join Us:

• Work with a talented and passionate team at a leading digital media agency.
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Challenge yourself with diverse and exciting client projects.
• Make a real impact on the success of our clients and our agency.