Senior Negotiator, Video Partnerships

<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Business Overview&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">IPG&nbsp;Mediabrands&nbsp;is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). IPG&nbsp;Mediabrands&nbsp;manages over&nbsp;$47 billion&nbsp;in marketing investment globally on behalf of its clients across its full-service agency networks UM, Initiative and&nbsp;Mediahub&nbsp;and through its award-winning specialty business units&nbsp;Healix,&nbsp;Kinesso, MAGNA,&nbsp;Mediabrands&nbsp;Content Studio, Orion Holdings, Rapport, and the IPG Media Lab. IPG&nbsp;Mediabrands&nbsp;clients include many of the world’s most recognizable and iconic brands from a broad portfolio of industry sectors including automotive, personal finance, consumer product goods (CPG), pharma, health and wellness, entertainment, financial services, energy, toys and gaming, direct to consumer and e-commerce, retail, hospitality, food and beverage, fashion and beauty.&nbsp;The company employs more than 18,000 diverse marketing communication professionals in more than 130 countries.&nbsp;Learn more at <a href="http://www.ipgmediabrands.com/">www.ipgmediabrands.com</a>.&nbsp;</span></p> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Position Summary</strong></span></h3> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">The Senior Negotiator, Video Partnerships role is responsible for managing client’s video investments as well as assisting in the creation and execution of media strategies and effectively communicating these strategies to clients. The position requires the ability to think “big picture” and is the first step towards management. A high level of attention to detail, organization, and the ability to work under pressure is required.</span></p> <h3 data-map="item-title"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Responsibilities</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li>Become knowledgeable about client’s business and its competitors to determine sufficient advertising and media needs and ensure plans are properly executed and delivered</li> <li>Assist in upfront negotiations and execute scatter needs</li> <li>Begin to allocate budgets to media partners based on research and client goals</li> <li>Oversee the evaluation of media plans of National TV linear as well as alternative video including OTT, cinema, online video, VOD</li> <li>Enter buys into MBOX to ensure system reflects accurate buys and oversee discrepancy resolutions</li> <li>Develop and maintain media partner relationships; Negotiate pricing that reflects efficiencies and clients objectives</li> <li>Assist Manager in providing management with market conditions/changes; offer solutions to market problems as early as possible in negotiation process</li> <li>Monitor network buys daily based on audience delivery data to insure delivery in flight</li> </ul> <h3 data-map="item-title"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Required Skills &amp; Experience</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li> <li>Solid negotiating skills and experience collaborating with Strategy and Communications Design teams</li> <li>Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word</li> <li>Knowledgeable in media math</li> <li>Proficient with MBox or equivalent Inventory Management system</li> </ul> <h3 data-map="item-title"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Desired Skills &amp; Experience</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li>Able to work as part of a team in a deadline-driven, high-pressure environment</li> <li>2+ years of Media experience. Preferably as a Partnerships Associate Skills</li> <li>Proven problem solving ability</li> <li>Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills and multi-tasking capabilities</li> </ul> <hr> <p><strong>Wage and Benefits</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>We offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase&nbsp;program&nbsp;and paid family benefits to support you and your family.&nbsp;</p> <p>The salary range for this position is posted below. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee’s/applicant’s skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Employment Transparency</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.&nbsp;</p> <p>Please&nbsp;note&nbsp;this job description is not designed to cover or&nbsp;contain&nbsp;a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are&nbsp;required of&nbsp;the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp;</p> <p>The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and other job functions are subject to modification. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.&nbsp;</p> <p>For applicants to jobs in the United States: In compliance with the current Americans with Disabilities Act and state and local laws, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please email <a href="mailto:accommodation@mbww.com">accommodation@mbww.com</a>.&nbsp;</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$70,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$75,000 USD</span></div></div></div>