Job Description

DescriptionPosition at GroupMOverview of jobGroupM is the world's largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally.We are currently looking for a Manager - Investment to join us.At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to usReporting of the role
This role reports to: Group head / Director3 best things about the job:
1. Get to work on one of the largest FMCG accounts in India
2. To work & learn from Best Talent in the Industry in Media Buying
3. Opportunity to explore & implement opportunities across traditional & Digital MediaIn this role, your goals will be:
In three months:

• To work closely with immediate Manager & understand client's business and current Media strategy.
• Take immediate Charge of All Data, Reports & Trackers that is shared regularly with clients.
• Deal Evaluation & Closures on frequency channels as per benchmarks given by Immediate Senior

In six months:

• Briefing Channels on grids as per parameters, Evaluation & Closures on deals along with Group Head
• Client interaction - for report sharing, Upgrades, conversions & also lead impactful activations (stings, Non FCT, vignettes etc)
• Talking to Media Partners on under-deliveries, MGs, Upcoming Properties, etc

In 12 months:

• To understand & provide data backed analysis for Next Year's Annual Approach
• Participating in pitch work - data collection, analysis and segregation

What your day job looks like at GroupM:

• Reporting & Campaign Management
• Identifying new Media opportunities for client
• Analyzing Media trends

What you'll bring:

• Willingness to learn and drive to succeed
• Solid understanding of all media channels and with knowledge of strengths and weaknesses of each channel
• First-class negotiation skills - delivery of a balanced approach to the marketplace
• Well networked in the market
• Extremely flexible attitude and an ability to read between the lines.
• Quick turnaround time & sharp analytical skills
• Ability to work well under pressure. Able to handle tough situations with clients, auditors, internal stakeholders & media owners.
• A passion for all things media, with a strong understanding of industry trends in media
• A strong commercial negotiator - able to gauge good value for our clients and influence senior people within large media companies to deliver it
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - both written and verbal.
• Proven ability to motivate and develop staff and delegate effectively.

Minimum qualifications:

• Grad/PG degree majoring in marketing or media preferred.
• Experience in understanding a commercial business.
• 4-6 yrs years of experience in media buying/planning.
• Client Management experience
• Excellent presentation skills
• Strong communication skills
• Willingness to be hands-on and a team player.

More about GroupMGroupM - GroupM leads and shapes media markets by delivering performance- enhancing media products and services, powered by data and technology. Our global network agencies and businesses enable our people to work collaboratively across borders with the best in class, providing them the opportunity to accelerate their progress and development. Teams or geographies do not limit us; our scale and diverse range of clients let us be more adventurous with our business and talent. We give our talent the space, support and tools to innovate and grow.Discover more about GroupM atFollow @GroupMAPAC on TwitterFollow GroupM on LinkedIn -About India
2020 brought opportunities for brands to innovate because of which we saw an evolving media stack. The growth of digital is set to soar high because of changing consumer habits. With approximately 500 million smartphone users, low-priced data plans, 45 to 50 million e-commerce shoppers, approximately 60 OTT offerings and a young population, India is a mobile-first internet market. It is also one of the top 10 ad spend markets in the world and is set to climb the ranks. Global big tech corporations have made considerable investments in top e-commerce/retail ventures and Indian start-ups, blurring the lines between social media, e-commerce and mobile payments, resulting in disruption on an unimaginable scale.
At GroupM India, there's never a dull moment between juggling client requests, managing vendor partners and having fun with your team. We believe in tackling challenges head-on and getting things done.
GroupM is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity - it's about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that's what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with.

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