Manager, Media Strategy - Orange Apron Media

Position Purpose: The Manager, Media Strategy oversees all aspects of traditional and digital investments for national and regional advertising and is a key influencer on corporate omni-channel strategy. Responsible for working with key stakeholders and business/initiative leaders across the enterprise to understand specific customer, business and communication goals as well as oversee the creation and execution of omni-channel plans within the context of the overall marketing mix. Analyzes industry trends, channel results and business environment to improve strategies and plan recommendations. Manages omni-channel budget and supports channel measurement, results reporting and insights. Helps direct agency planning, buying and activation for areas of responsibility. Key Responsibilities: • 10% Budget Management - Budget management and stewardship of omni-channel investments • 15% Channel Expertise - Partner with omni-channel partners, key stakeholders and business/initiative leaders across the enterprise to develop channel recommendations that support key customer, business and marketing goals and objectives • 20% Direct Omni-Channel Plans - Help direct media agency and/or supervise direct reports on creation and execution of department-level omni-channel plans • 10% Reporting & Learning - Support the analysis of reporting on channel performance and audience behaviors and incorporate learnings into current and future planning • 25% Stakeholder Relationship Management - Develop and maintain strong relationships with key omni-channel stakeholders and business/initiative leaders across the enterprise • 20% Test & Learn - Test and learn new and emerging omni-channel trends/opportunities that will help support frictionless customer experiences, drive our business and create competitive advantage Direct Manager/Direct Reports: • This position typically reports to Sr Manager, Media • This position has 0 direct reports Travel Requirements: • Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time. Physical Requirements: • Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles. Working Conditions: • Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Minimum Qualifications: • Must be eighteen years of age or older. • Must be legally permitted to work in the United States. Preferred Qualifications: • Omni-channel agency planning/buying experience • Previous client-side omni-channel planning experience • Previous leadership, mentoring and/or coaching experience • Retail/multi outlet advertising experience • Master's Degree • Strong leadership abilities, experience supporting/mentoring team members and proven track record of building cross-functional work relationships, both internally and with external agency and platform partners • Highly organized with an ability to combine strategic direction with hands-on tactical execution • Strategic thinker with demonstrated ability to conceptualize and build integrated omni-channel plans • Strong presentation skills with ability to gain alignment on recommendations • Must be proficient in Excel/Word/Powerpoint computer programs • Must be able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks/responsibilities; must be organized and a strong communicator; may be involved in some mildly difficult situations • Working knowledge of marketing, finance, advertising, merchandising and operations; builds effective partnerships throughout the organization • Partners with omni-channel strategy leads and stakeholders to set strategic, long-term planning; thinks outside of the current day-to-day environment to create a vision of what the future looks like for our customers Minimum Education: • The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a master's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job. Preferred Education: • No additional education Minimum Years of Work Experience: • 5 Preferred Years of Work Experience: • No additional years of experience Minimum Leadership Experience: • None Preferred Leadership Experience: • None Certifications: • None Competencies: • Decision Quality • Collaborates • Drives Engagement • Ensures Accountability • Plans and Aligns • Communicates Effectively • Customer Focus • Develops Talent • Drives Results • Manages Conflict Apply Job!