Senior Media Manager - FMCG

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