Buying Analyst
The Buying Analyst will hold a strategic position within the team responsible for a large client. The individual will be responsible for managing and implementing buying strategies to propose to the client, thereby overseeing monitoring, reporting, and drafting future negotiation strategies. They will work closely with the planning team and will also play an operational coordination role.
Key responsibilities include conducting in-depth analyses of the client's media investments at all stages, transforming data into strategic and actionable insights. The role involves effectively presenting results and negotiation strategies to clients and stakeholders, developing clear and impactful narratives for effective negotiation management. Additionally, the analyst will develop and implement innovative negotiation strategies, aligning with the agency's objectives and the client's strategic goals.
The ideal candidate will have proven experience of at least 7 years in the media sector, with a distinctive specialization in buying, investment analysis, and offline planning. Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint for complex data analysis and the creation of strategic presentations is essential. High precision and attention to detail, coupled with a strong results-oriented approach, are critical. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and cultivate solid relationships with various types of stakeholders, are also required. Solid organizational and multitasking abilities, with the capacity to effectively manage and coordinate multiple parallel projects, are necessary. Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is mandatory.
Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.