Manager, Media

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The Manager, Media oversees all aspects of traditional and digital investments for national and regional advertising and is a key influencer on corporate omni-channel strategy. Responsible for working with key stakeholders and business/initiative leaders across the enterprise to understand specific customer, business and communication goals as well as oversee the creation and execution of omni-channel plans within the context of the overall marketing mix. Analyzes industry trends, channel results and business environment to improve strategies and plan recommendations. Manages omni-channel budget and supports channel measurement, results reporting and insights. Helps direct agency planning, buying and activation for areas of responsibility.

• 10% Budget Management - Budget management and stewardship of omni-channel investments
• 15% Channel Expertise - Partner with omni-channel partners, key stakeholders and business/initiative leaders across the enterprise to develop channel recommendations that support key customer, business and marketing goals and objectives
• 20% Direct Omni-Channel Plans - Help direct media agency and/or supervise direct reports on creation and execution of department-level omni-channel plans
• 10% Reporting & Learning - Support the analysis of reporting on channel performance and audience behaviors and incorporate learnings into current and future planning
• 25% Stakeholder Relationship Management - Develop and maintain strong relationships with key omni-channel stakeholders and business/initiative leaders across the enterprise
• 20% Test & Learn - Test and learn new and emerging omni-channel trends/opportunities that will help support frictionless customer experiences, drive our business and create competitive advantage

• This position typically reports to Sr Manager, Media
• This position has 0 direct reports

• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

• Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

• Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.

• Must be eighteen years of age or older.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

• Omni-channel agency planning/buying experience
• Previous client-side omni-channel planning experience
• Previous leadership, mentoring and/or coaching experience
• Retail/multi outlet advertising experience
• Master's Degree
• Strong leadership abilities, experience supporting/mentoring team members and proven track record of building cross-functional work relationships, both internally and with external agency and platform partners
• Highly organized with an ability to combine strategic direction with hands-on tactical execution
• Strategic thinker with demonstrated ability to conceptualize and build integrated omni-channel plans
• Strong presentation skills with ability to gain alignment on recommendations
• Must be proficient in Excel/Word/Powerpoint computer programs
• Must be able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks/responsibilities; must be organized and a strong communicator; may be involved in some mildly difficult situations
• Working knowledge of marketing, finance, advertising, merchandising and operations; builds effective partnerships throughout the organization
• Partners with omni-channel strategy leads and stakeholders to set strategic, long-term planning; thinks outside of the current day-to-day environment to create a vision of what the future looks like for our customers

• The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a master's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.

• No additional education

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• No additional years of experience

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• Decision Quality
• Collaborates
• Drives Engagement
• Ensures Accountability
• Plans and Aligns
• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Develops Talent
• Drives Results
• Manages Conflict