Company descriptionWho are we?
We are Publicis Groupe, one of the world's largest advertising and communication advisory companies. A network of agencies, located all over the world. From London, New York to Sydney and Tokyo, you'll find us in several major cities. So also, in Amsterdam.
At Wilgenweg in Amsterdam-North, you'll find all our expertise under one roof. From commerce, data, media, creation, PR, influencing to production: you name it, we got it. Through these various expertise’s, we provide our clients with access to all the knowledge, data, and tools they need. We aim to deliver personal experiences and inspiration to large groups of consumers. Creativity sets us apart, while technology and intelligence drive our success. With over 400 employees and 25 different nationalities, we harness the diversity of knowledge and backgrounds to the maximum.
In 2021, we joined forces with social agency Boomerang, now known as Boomerang. part of Publicis Groupe, which allowed us to combine our creative and content expertise.
Additionally, we have an international creative and innovation hub: Le Pub. Born in collaboration with Heineken, Le Pub develops successful international campaigns based on creativity, data, and brand experience.
Job Description
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, Account Managers and planning directors 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.
- Oversight of our Specialist/Activation teams (based in London) and media vendors to coordinate media recommendations and review proposals, identifying the best media partners and ideas for each campaign for paid social and performance-based campaigns. You will ensure the biddable media strategy is executed, implementation and optimization goals are achieved, and client’s targets are met as efficiently as possible.
- Support two executives to ensure compliance of all campaign taxonomy, setup requirements and client billing process.
ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities
- Be responsible for campaigns’ overall strategy and planning and working with activation team to deliver performance.
- Serve as day-to-day contact for clients and the lead for the performance elements of the plan.
- Establish practices to ensure both consistency in teamwork, along with flexibility to flourish under new ideas.
- Implement a test and learning plan.
- Proactively find new and innovative ways to drive forward the strategy for the client.
- Coordinate asset delivery with external agencies
- Reporting and finance management
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
QualificationsPre-requisites for the role
- 3 years Media planning related experience
- Have excellent knowledge of the English language
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Creative and inquisitive mind
- Confidence in client management
Enjoy managing and mentoring new and existing team members
- Ability to effectively communicate with clients, particularly explaining technical concepts to those in non-technical roles
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, across multiple internal 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 the agency 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.
What do we offer?
- A competitive salary, a laptop, phone, and travel expense reimbursement.
- The opportunity to (continue to) develop yourself and the option to take courses/workshops.
- 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.
- Discounts on Classpass, a bike plan, and clothing repair service.
- A work environment where everyone feels heard, valued, and respected.
Additional informationAre you excited after reading this? Send us your application and CV, and you might soon join us at Wilgenweg in Amsterdam. We look forward to meeting you!
