Job Description
We are hiring for this opportunity in preparation for exciting 2025 client wins. We may begin interview processes between now and the end of the year, but decisions and offers will be made from January 2025 at the earliest
As a Direct Buys Manager, you will play a hands-on role within the Direct Buys team for our CPG clients across multiple markets. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a good understanding of the industry with some knowledge in channels such as Premium Publishers (including CTV), (d)OOH and other diverse partnerships.
Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams:
- Work with internal teams such as media strategy, planning and paid media
- Contribute toward effectively delivering on client's goals.
- Inspire fresh ideas and keep up with the latest industry trends and emerging technologies.
Data-Driven Insights:
- Provide clients with clear, data-focused reporting that offers real-time insights into campaign performance.
- Identify opportunities for research, including the use of consumer segmentation, social listening, and campaign tracking.
Qualifications
Skills & Experience:
- Experience with Premium Publishers (including CTV), (d)OOH and other diverse partnerships.
- A good understanding of FMCG brands, particularly in the regional market
- Proven track record of working on large-scale, multi-market campaigns.
- Experience working collaboratively with media strategy, planning, paid media, and analytics teams.
- Data-focused mindset
- 2+ years of experience in media strategy, planning, and execution, particularly in large-scale, multi-market campaigns.
- Experience planning media across Europe
- Creative Problem Solving - You generate unique ideas and experiment with new methods and technologies to solve complex issues.
- Adaptability - You're good at adapting strategies and plans to navigate unforeseen circumstances.
- Problem Solving - When faced with a problem, you collaborate with the appropriate people to evaluate different options find practical solutions.
Note: We emphasise skills, expertise and behavioural attributes over years of experience and traditional degrees. If you want to join our collaborative team, we invite you to apply today with your resume in English.
Additional Information
Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritise your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs.
Reward: You'll receive a loyalty salary increase on your Jellyfish anniversary in addition to joining our discretionary annual bonus scheme.
Custom Work Environment: Work remotely for up to 60% of your days and shape your day between 8am. and 6:30pm with flexible working hours.
Growth, Your Way: Grow your career with one paid day each month for self-development and access to LinkedIn Learningwith unlimited online courses.
Family Support: Enjoy 14 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks of paid leave for secondary caregivers. We also provide £1000 (or equivalent) towards courses for returning primary caregivers to support your transition back into work.
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