BEST THINGS ABOUT THE JOB
• Work with the Philippines’ largest Pharmaceutical company, handling widely-recognized megabrands
• Work with an amazingly passionate & collaborative team of 20+ people
• Huge opportunity for growth through taking a business-based and digital-first approach in driving innovative media solutions
Measures of success –
In three months:
• Understood the client business and the category they play in, and key drivers of growth
• Built a collaborative relationship with your clients, acting as the lead contact across your brands
• Embedded yourself into the internal team and understood the different specialist teams you work with
• Understood the key tools and processes critical to the everyday running of the account
In six months:
• Led your own planning response from insight and strategy through to execution
• Project managed cross-media, category and industry leading campaigns
In 12 months:
• Worked closely with EssenceMediacom’s other specialist teams (ie. MBA, research) on at least one project
• Coached junior members of the team to achieve their goals
• Delivered a positive client performance rating on your brands and helped deliver a positive over-all score for the team
Responsibilities of the role:
A Communications Planning Manager will be assigned to manage a group of brands and oversee a team ofCommunication Planners. She will also handle specific brands and perform the following tasks:
• Attend & receive Client Communication/Media Briefing
• Deliver strategic communication response to business issues/challenges
• Recommend platforms (ATL &Digital) and investment level based on objectives and strategic directions
• Manage brand budget on an annual and monthly level
• Monitor and analyze brand & competitive activities to gain learnings and best practices
• Lead discussions with brand team on communication reviews and upcoming media plans/activities
• Utilize different media and research tools/studies to craft data-based media solutions
• Deliver accurate and timely tracking reports
• Collaborate with the different teams (internal and external) to ensure smooth and holistic delivery of
requirements
• Seek and recommend media innovations which will address business needs
• Lead and mentor team to help Communication Planners improve their strategic thinking skills and operational discipline.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor’s degree in communication research, Statistics, Management, Communication Technology, etc.
Work Experience
4-6 years in media/ marketing/ brand management experience
Required Competencies: (Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Strong analytical and number skills
• Good understanding of media channels, both digital and traditional
• Passion for learning and openness to new challenges
• Must come with digital planning understanding
WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.comAt WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values: o Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity. o Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust. o Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise. WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
