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Senior Media Manager - FMCG

  • Location

    Hertfordshire

  • Sector:

    Brand Management

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £70000.00 - £80000.00 per annum + Bonus + Benefits

  • Contact:

    Sam Musgrave

  • Contact email:

    smusgrave@allexosearch.com

  • Job ref:

    1554_1729547854

  • Startdate:

    ASAP

  • Consultant:

    Sam Musgrave

Are you an experienced Media Manager looking for a new challenge in a global FMCG environment? Our client, a leading Personal Care business, is seeking a dynamic individual to join their team in Hertfordshire. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a blend of experience in media management within FMCG and an agency background.

The Role:

As a Media Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading the media strategy and implementation for the business. You will be responsible for:

  • Developing and executing media strategies that drive brand awareness and growth across various markets.

  • Collaborating closely with internal teams and external agencies to ensure effective media planning and buying.

  • Steering both local and regional media initiatives, with a focus on digital transformation and innovation.

  • Managing relationships with media vendors and negotiating contracts to optimize ROI.

  • Aligning global media strategies with local market needs, ensuring KPI benchmarks are met.

  • Delivering impactful reporting to senior stakeholders, ensuring media spend effectiveness is maximised.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Media Strategy & Planning: Localise global media strategies for the UK market, ensuring alignment with local market trends and business objectives.

  • Media Buying & Vendor Management: Oversee negotiations with media agencies and vendors, optimising media spend through effective contract and bonus management.

  • Digital Evolution: Lead the digital transformation of media plans, ensuring continued innovation in digital and programmatic media.

  • Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with marketing, brand, and media teams to deliver successful media campaigns.

  • Reporting & Analytics: Provide in-depth reporting on media performance, ensuring strategic decisions are data-driven.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • Experience: Currently working as a Media Manager in an FMCG company with prior experience in an agency setting.

  • Skills: Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with a deep understanding of both digital and traditional media.

  • Commercial Acumen: Ability to analyse media performance data and drive strategies that deliver a strong return on investment.

  • Leadership: Proven experience in managing teams or projects with multiple stakeholders.

  • Adaptability: Experience in fast-paced environments, with the ability to balance strategic and operational responsibilities.

What's on Offer:

  • A chance to work with a global leader in personal care, driving media strategies that impact major markets.

  • Opportunities for career growth within a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation.

  • A competitive salary package and benefits.

Package: up to £80,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Hybrid working 2 days a week in the office