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Media Planner

New York

Omnicom Media (OM), the media services division of Omnicom Group Inc. delivers transformational experiences for consumers, clients, and talent. Powered by the Omni marketing orchestration system, OM connects best-in-class capabilities that enable our full-service media agencies OMD, PHD, and Hearts & Science to deliver more relevant and actionable consumer experiences, more productive and proactive client experiences, and more collaborative and rewarding talent experiences for the more than 24,000 people serving the world's leading brands in OM agencies around the globe.

SSCG Media Group is one of the largest full-service, 100% pharma-focused strategic media planning and buying groups in the world and we're proud to be part of Omnicom Media Group.

But here's what really matters:

We're a team that believes great work starts with curious minds, collaborative energy, and people who aren't afraid to speak up. Our values Substance, Style, Conviction, and Grace guide how we show up for our clients and for each other.

We move fast. We support each other. We grow talent.

We are committed to providing meaningful growth opportunities and early ownership for our team members.

Who You Are

As a Media Planner, you move from execution support to strategic ownership.

You're not just maintaining the plan you're helping shape it. You're not just taking notes you're leading conversations. You're not just tracking deadlines you're driving momentum.

You're ready for more autonomy, more strategy and more client exposure.

What You'll Own

Strategy & Plan Development

You help set the pace for the team.

• Contribute to the development of full-funnel media strategies across channels
• Translate brand objectives into tactical media recommendations
• Analyze competitive insights and research to inform planning decisions
• Partner with Senior members of the team to build integrated, data-informed plans

Plan Management & Optimization

You'll develop confidence managing both details and performance impact.

• Own media flowcharts and budget allocations with accuracy and accountability
• Monitor plan performance in collaborations with Data & Analytics, Meda Tech & Operations and Biddable (Search, Social & Programmatic) teams
• Identify optimization opportunities and recommend adjustments
• Maintain planning tools and documentation with precision

Client & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Your voice becomes part of the client conversation

• Lead portions of client meetings and internal cross-discipline status calls
• Present plan updates and explain strategic recommendations clearly
• Serve as key liaison between Planning, Project Management, Data & Analytics, Meda Tech & Operations and Biddable (Search, Social & Programmatic) teams

Strategic Presence & Ownership

Your voice carries weight in shaping decisions

• Think ahead and anticipate business needs
• Bring thoughtful perspectives to planning discussions
• Confidently communicate brand knowledge and media rationale
• Proactively flag risks, opportunities and gaps

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree (Advertising/Marketing, Communications, or Business preferred)
• 1-2 years of media planning experience (Pharma vertical is a plus!)
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Ability to analyze data and translate into action
• Comfort managing budgets and planning documents
• Proficiency in Excel and Powerpoint
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Confidence to speak up and contribute to ideas

Why This Role Is a BIG Deal

This is where you:

• Move from supporting strategy to shaping it
• Gain real client-facing experience
• Build cross-channel expertise
• Develop strategic confidence
• Prepare for Senior Planner growth

This is where your career shifts from execution to influence.

If you're ready to elevate your thinking and make a measurable impact, this is the right next move for you!

This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, benefits include: health insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, 401(k), Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, vacation days, sick days, personal days, paid parental leave, paid medical leave, and STD/LTD insurance benefits.

Compensation Range

$40,000 - $75,000 USD

This role is hybrid, requiring three (3) days per week in the office. The remaining two (2) days may be worked remotely. Specific in-office days will be discussed during the interview process, with flexibility to align with team needs. Please note that the number or required in-office days may be adjusted over time, potentially increasing the number of required in-office days based on business needs.