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Manager - Digital Planning
full-timeColombo

Summary

Location

Colombo

Type

full-time

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About this role

 


About WPP Media 


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. 


WPP Media is WPP’s 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 


At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s 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 Media’s shared core values: 



  • Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity. 

  • Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust. 

  • Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise. 


Role Summary and Impact


WPP Media is looking for looking for Manager – Digital Planning who will be managing the client relationship and help drive digital agenda for the respective clients.


Key Responsibilities:



  • Build and maintain a productive relationship with clients and agency peers.

  • Have the understanding and confidence to discuss all aspects of business, Structure and Business Strategy.

  • To proactively lead the overall communication planning/implementational planning process to provide insightful communication plans.

  • Work with the clients to arrive at the best process/systems for managing their business.

  • Work with specialist teams/buying department to promote clients’ interests with strategically important media owners.

  • Supervise all work, in terms of its quality, accuracy, insightfulness and innovation.

  • Work closely with the core team on all the reports, digital trainings/workshops. 

  • Exposure to advanced technology as a future ready channel to drive brand growth.

  • To plan and develop ideas for “media first” innovations and build capability in strategy. 

  • Be unafraid to push back, be bold and stand your ground in terms of ideas internally and externally.

  • Trusted advisor not just to the client, but for internal touchpoints on the local market.

  • Team motivation and vision alignment.


Skills and Experience



  • 5+ years' experience in developing and implementing various digital strategies, Client account management, must have media agency experience.

  • Experience in managing both small and large media budgets.

  • An independent, self-driven and responsible individual, with multi-tasking and decision-making abilities.

  • Significant proven experience of working with multiple stakeholders, e.g. suppliers, advertising/marketing agencies, media owners.

  • Detailed awareness of the digital industry, industry trends, consumer trends, market status and competition.

  • A depth of understanding of the digital industry and consumer's online media habits.


Life at WPP Media & Benefits 


Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re 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.   


WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to 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.


We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve 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. 


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Other facts

Tech stack
Digital Strategies,Client Account Management,Media Agency Experience,Media Budgets,Multi-tasking,Decision-making,Stakeholder Management,Digital Industry Awareness,Consumer Trends,Market Status,Online Media Habits,Communication Planning,Innovation,Team Motivation,Business Strategy,Relationship Building

About WPP Media

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Advertising Services

What you'll do

  • The Manager - Digital Planning will manage client relationships and drive the digital agenda for clients. Key responsibilities include leading communication planning processes and collaborating with specialist teams to promote client interests.

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What does a Manager - Digital Planning do at WPP Media?

As a Manager - Digital Planning at WPP Media, you will: the Manager - Digital Planning will manage client relationships and drive the digital agenda for clients. Key responsibilities include leading communication planning processes and collaborating with specialist teams to promote client interests..

Why join WPP Media as a Manager - Digital Planning?

WPP Media is a leading Advertising Services company.

Is the Manager - Digital Planning position at WPP Media remote?

The Manager - Digital Planning position at WPP Media is based in Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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