Job Information
Publicis Groupe Negotiator, Local Video Investment in New York, New York
Company description
"APEX Exchange (APEX) is a distinct next-generation trading entity within Publicis Media that identifies and invests in emerging market trends to benefit Publicis clients.
APEX develops innovative offerings through direct partnerships and principal investments that allow clients of all size to benefit from custom solutions that best fit their business challenges in an increasingly complex media environment.
Clients opt into solutions outside the agency’s core services that offer tangible benefits including guaranteed outcomes, increased flexibility, and advantageous pricing."
Overview
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Negotiator role will report into the Supervisor position and will be a part of the Local Video Investment Team. This team works collectively to ensure that we have a thorough understanding of and a pulse on the media landscape, make smart investments with media partners, negotiating mutually favorable terms, and plan and execute client media buys that best deliver on their business and marketing objectives.
Responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLE
The expectations for this role fall into 3 key categories:
- Developing Teams & Talent
Understand roles and responsibilities within the team.
Contribute to training of Sr Associates/Associates on their team and billing/reconciliation team individuals.
Reviews and supports goals of Sr./Associates.
- Delivering on Our Value Proposition
Participate in meetings with partners.
Understands partner portfolio offerings and can identify client opportunities.
Participate in negotiations for assigned clients and campaigns.
Develop campaigns that partner with preferred partners.
Participate in negotiations to maximize profit.
Develop with support performance and delivery of select mid-level accounts.
- Managing Business & Operations
Manage campaign activation; contribute to template and buy entry.
Leads RFP/post-sale process for select mid-level accounts and can serve as first touch QA for Associates.
Can execute process with some oversight and high degree of accuracy.
Participate in discrepancy resolution for assigned clients and campaigns.
Establish expectations through clear communication with client and vendor.
Contribute to data input across various tools.
Proficient in MS Office Suite, OX/Prisma, etc.
Qualifications
TECHNICAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS
We value diversity of thought and experiences at APEX! If you learned about media from the sales or agency side, that’s great but we do need folks with basic level of understanding of how media investment works.
2-5 years of experience with Basic knowledge of media is critical for success in this role
Diverse backgrounds and experience are welcome including Agency Planning/Investment, Media Sales, Consulting and/or Media Client Side
Basic knowledge of Salesforce and MS Office Suite (must be proficient in Excel)
Strong media financial acumen is mandatory
Business financial acumen is preferred
Basic understanding of the media landscape
SOFT SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Technical skills are a point of entry for the roles at APEX but we’re looking for exceptional talent with high emotional intelligence and soft skills that drives our culture.
Has strong relationships, trust, respect, and support from others
Hungry to work hard to meet/exceed expectations
Adapts well, embraces and drives change
Acts transparently with others
Leads with positivity and inclusivity to inspire those around them
Additional information
Our Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.
Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.
If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
