Company description Who are we? At Publicis Groupe, we work around the needs and desires of our clients. We operate as one organization and under one P&L, integrating our specialties. This allows us to fulfill our clients' needs in creativity, media, technology, data, and production. We collaborate in multidisciplinary teams, giving our clients access to all our talents, expertise, and tools, both locally and internationally. This enables us to deliver integrated creative marketing and technology solutions where quality, speed, and cost are prioritized for our clients. Overview This role will be primarily dedicated to the ASICS European region account but will work across other brands as needed. The selected candidate will report directly into the ASICS Media Account Director to: Work with the strategy, data, other Account Managers and executives as well as planning colleagues to create strong through-the-line media recommendations for multiple European markets and delivering brilliant client service. Manage the entire planning process from receipt of brief all the way to post campaign analysis and quarterly business reviews with clients for performance-based campaigns. You will define the overall media strategy through briefs and ensure its execution, implementation and optimization are achieved, with client’s targets met as efficiently as possible. You will collaborate closely and oversight our specialist Activation teams (based in London and Amsterdam) as well as media vendors to coordinate media recommendations and review proposals. Working on identifying the best media partners and ideas for each campaign for paid social, display, OOH, Print or other channels. Support two executives to ensure compliance of all campaigns taxonomy, reporting, setup requirements and client billing process. Responsibilities Other key responsibilities Be responsible for campaigns’ overall strategy & execution, working with activation teams to deliver performance. Serve as day-to-day contact for clients and the lead for dedicated campaign or category. Establish practices to ensure both consistency in teamwork, along with flexibility to flourish under new ideas. Proactively find new and innovative ways to drive forward the strategy for the client, with a Test & Learn approach. Coordinate asset delivery with external agencies. Reporting and finance management. Management and development of junior team members. Who we are looking for. We are looking for an experienced Account Manager, to lead the strategic and tactical execution of ATL Paid Media campaigns. The dynamic and fast-paced nature of cross market planning requires creative and analytical skills to drive results. We are looking for candidates with ideally 3 years experience in account management and media planning. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with data and have very strong attention to detail. They will be a team player who is keen to learn and is results-driven. They will be eager to share their knowledge with the wider team and be an effective mentor and role model to their team. German speaker is a plus, but candidates with relevant planning experience in Germany are encouraged to apply. Qualifications Pre-requisites for the role 3 years Media Planning related experience. Have excellent knowledge and grasp of the English language. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Creative and inquisitive mind. Confidence in client management, as well as internal team through mentoring new and existing team members. Ability to effectively communicate with clients, particularly explaining technical concepts and media terms, to those in non-technical roles. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, across multiple internal & external stakeholders. Keen attention to detail and an analytical approach to achieving objectives. Is open to new ideas and change, curious, and collaborative; actively builds his/her knowledge, skills and digital expertise to promote and deliver effective campaigns; desire to contribute, above and beyond role, to Publicis as a whole. You are proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Google suite. Experience in Campaign Manager, Google Analytics and GWI or other audience insights tools is a plus but not a requirement. Additional information What do we offer? A competitive salary, a laptop, phone and travel expense reimbursement. The opportunity to (continue to) develop yourself through continuous learning as well as courses/workshops within Publicis Groupe. A super ‘gezellig’ (if you know you know) office where you can bring your dog, with a beautiful terrace and a private bar on the 6th floor. Delicious lunches and office drinks (Thirsty Thursdays and Friday afternoon drinks). Hybrid working, with work-from-home days coordinated with your team members. The Work-Your-World Program: the opportunity to work elsewhere in the world for 6-weeks a year. Company discount on ClassPass, a bike plan, clothing repair service as well as regular fun culture events to join. A work environment where everyone feels heard, valued, and respected. Did reading this spark your enthusiasm? Then send us your application and CV now, and who knows, you might be joining us soon at Wilgenweg in Amsterdam. We look forward to meeting you!