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Manager, Planning, Philippines at WPP Media
Manila, PhilippinesFull-timeClient TeamsPosted about 1 month ago
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<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>About WPP Media</strong></p>
<p>WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth. </p>
<p>WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.</p>
<p>For more information, visit <a href="wppmedia.com">wppmedia.com</a>.</p></div><p> </p>
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<div class="ewa-rteLine"><span class="TextRun SCXW156235462 BCX8" lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW156235462 BCX8">This role is within </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW156235462 BCX8" lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW156235462 BCX8">Openmind</span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW156235462 BCX8" lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW156235462 BCX8">, a leading brand within WPP Media, where you will be instrumental in managing day-to-day operations and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve operational goals.</span></span></div>
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<div class="ewa-rteLine">Work with the Philippines’ largest company, handling widely-recognized megabrands </div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Work with an amazingly passionate & collaborative team of 20+ people </div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Huge opportunity for growth through taking a business-based and digital-first approach in driving innovative media solutions </div>
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<div class="ewa-rteLine">Measures of success – </div>
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<div class="ewa-rteLine">In three months: </div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Understood the client business and the category they play in, and key drivers of growth</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Built a collaborative relationship with your clients, acting as the lead contact across your brands</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Embedded yourself into the internal team and understood the different specialist teams you work with</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Understood the key tools and processes critical to the everyday running of the account</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">In six months:</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Led your own planning response from insight and strategy through to execution</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Project managed cross-media, category and industry leading campaigns</div>
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<div class="ewa-rteLine">In 12 months:</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Worked closely with Agency’s other specialist teams (ie. MBA, research) on at least one project</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Coached junior members of the team to achieve their goals</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Delivered a positive client performance rating on your brands and helped deliver a positive over-all score for the team</div>
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<div class="ewa-rteLine">Responsibilities of the role:</div>
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<div class="ewa-rteLine">A Manager - Planning will be assigned to manage a group of brands and oversee a team of Planners. She will also handle specific brands and perform the following tasks:</div>
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<div class="ewa-rteLine">Attend & receive Client Communication/Media Briefing</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Deliver strategic communication response to business issues/challenges</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Recommend platforms (ATL &Digital) and investment level based on objectives and strategic directions</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Manage brand budget on an annual and monthly level</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Monitor and analyze brand & competitive activities to gain learnings and best practices</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Lead discussions with brand team on communication reviews and upcoming media plans/activities</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Utilize different media and research tools/studies to craft data-based media solutions</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Deliver accurate and timely tracking reports</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Collaborate with the different teams (internal and external) to ensure smooth and holistic delivery of requirements</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Seek and recommend media innovations which will address business needs</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">Lead and mentor team to help Planners improve their strategic thinking skills and operational discipline.</div>
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<div class="ewa-rteLine">Skills and Experience</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">(Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude)</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">• Excellent communication and negotiation skills</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">• Strong analytical and number skills</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">• Good understanding of media channels, both digital and traditional</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">• Passion for learning and openness to new challenges</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">• Must come with digital planning understanding</div>
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<div class="ewa-rteLine">Work Experience</div>
<div class="ewa-rteLine">4-6 years in media/ marketing/ brand management experience</div>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Life at WPP Media & Benefits</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">Championing Growth and Development</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">We</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">Create an Open environment</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">built on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Please read our Privacy Notice (</span><a href="https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy</span></span></a><span data-contrast="auto">) for more information on how we process the information you provide.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<p><span class="TextRun SCXW227196529 BCX8" lang="EN-CA" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW227196529 BCX8">Please read our <a href="https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy#:~:text=WPP%20Media%20Privacy%20Notice%20for%20Recruitment">Privacy Notice</a></span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW227196529 BCX8" lang="EN-CA" data-contrast="auto"> <span class="NormalTextRun SCXW227196529 BCX8">for more information on how we process the information you provide.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW227196529 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></p></div>
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