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About WPP Media

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. 

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.

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About Media Management and Delivery Team:

Media Management and Delivery Team (MMD) is a community of more than 300 specialists comprised of Search, Social, Programmatic & Display, and Ad Tech Ops Practice Squads from across the WPP Media. MMD is designed to accelerate WPP Media clients’ businesses by leveraging the power and capabilities of WWP Media and its brands, through partnerships with the world’s leading digital platforms, advanced accreditations for digital practitioners or continued development and deployment of industry leading benchmarks.

Role Summary and Impact:

As an Manager, Implementation Planning you will take ownership of overseeing the end-to-end execution and optimization of media campaigns while managing and mentoring a team of Senior Implementation Planning Executives. Acting as the bridge between the Implementation Planning Director and your team, you will ensure that all campaigns are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with client objectives. This role requires a strategic mindset, strong leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate across multiple teams, including activation, analytics, and trading. You will also play a key role in client communication, presenting campaign strategies, results, and recommendations directly to clients. Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring adherence to agency trading deals and identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement in campaign performance.

Skills and Experience

Client budgets are to be managed with the highest integrity, ensuring accurate tracking, minimal wastage, and adherence to agreed limits.
Oversee the planning, execution, and optimization of media campaigns across various channels (reserved media, social, search, programmatic, e-commerce, etc.), ensuring they meet client objectives and KPIs.
Manage and mentor Senior Implementation Planning Executives, delegating tasks effectively and reviewing their work to maintain high-quality standards.
Act as the primary point of contact for clients, leading presentations on campaign strategies, performance, and insights while addressing client needs and expectations.
Work closely with the trading team to ensure campaigns align with agency trading deals and partnerships. Coordinate with activation and analytics teams to monitor campaign pacing, budget allocations, and performance across platforms.
Analyze campaign data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement. Provide actionable insights and recommendations to both clients and internal teams.
Ensure creative assets meet required specifications and taxonomy is correctly set up for accurate tracking and reporting. Address any revisions needed by collaborating with clients or creative agencies.
Review and validate consolidated reports from activation teams to ensure accuracy and relevance. Interpret the data effectively to identify key insights and client needs, ensuring that presentations for clients and internal stakeholders are clear, actionable, and aligned with campaign objectives. Leverage automation and AI tools to streamline reporting processes and enhance efficiency.
Stay updated on industry trends, platform updates, and best practices. Integrate new features and innovations into client strategies to drive better results.
Collaborate closely with the Implementation Planning Director to align on strategy, share updates, and contribute to the overall success of the department.

Qualifications

Strong leadership and team management abilities.
Advanced experience in media planning and buying across digital channels.
Excellent client-facing communication and presentation skills.
Proficiency in media planning tools, AdTech solutions, and data analysis platforms.
Strategic thinking with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a passion for digital media, and enjoys balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution. As the Implementation Planning Manager, you will have the opportunity to shape the success of campaigns, mentor a talented team, and work closely with senior leadership to deliver exceptional results for clients.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development 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.

We Create an Open environment 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.

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.

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