Group Director, OOH Solutions

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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.com. At 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: Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity. Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust. Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.

REPORTING TO: SVP, Solutions

LOCATION: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Group Director, OOH Solutions is a pivotal senior leadership role driving the strategic vision, commercial success, and growth of WPP Media's Out-of-Home (OOH) Solutions practice. This role holds significant multi-million dollar revenue accountability, leading a dedicated team of up to 4 OOH professionals, including Associate Directors and Managers. The Group Director ensures the delivery of innovative OOH strategies, fosters key vendor partnerships, and provides critical team stability. This position requires exceptional strategic acumen, P&L management experience, and deep expertise in the evolving OOH landscape.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Define the strategic roadmap for WPP Media's OOH Solutions, driving its evolution, identifying new opportunities, and leading the strategic shift to Flex model growth.
• Accountable for significant multi-million dollar revenue streams, including leading OOH components of new business pitches (and pricing strategies) to ensure commercial success.
• Cultivate executive-level client relationships as a trusted advisor and manage strategic OOH vendor partnerships and commercial agreements to ensure optimal value and leverage.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of up to 4 direct reports (including Associate Directors and Managers), providing critical strategic guidance and fostering team stability.
• Oversee the strategic direction and execution standards for all OOH campaigns, championing advanced capabilities like programmatic and data-driven planning across the group.
• Manage the OOH Solutions P&L, including month-end reporting, quarterly forecasting, and efficient resource allocation.
• Represent WPP Media as a thought leader in OOH, collaborating across WPP's network for integrated solutions and promoting industry best practices.

REQUIREMENTS:

• College or University degree in a related field (Business Administration, Marketing, or Communications)
• 10+ years of progressive experience in Media Buying/Planning, with significant leadership in Out-of-Home (OOH).
• Proven track record of managing and developing senior teams (up to 4 direct reports, including Associate Directors and Managers), demonstrating ability to stabilize and elevate talent.
• Demonstrated P&L management experience, with direct accountability for significant multi-million dollar revenue streams.
• Deep and current expertise across the OOH landscape (traditional, digital, programmatic, measurement), coupled with a profound understanding of the vendor ecosystem and commercial deal mechanics.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, with the ability to translate complex business challenges into innovative and commercially viable OOH media solutions.
• Polished communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, essential for client engagement and strategic partner negotiations.
• Experience in new business pitches, including pricing strategy.
• Superior organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, capable of overseeing multiple complex initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Travel may be required as dictated by the needs of clients and the business; Advanced PC skills, including all Microsoft Office products. 

LIFE AT WPP MEDIA AND BENEFITS

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. 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. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. 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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