Flywheel is hiring : Media Planner in Chicago

Overview

Flywheel's suite of digital commerce solutions accelerate growth across all major digital marketplaces for the world's leading brands. We give clients access to near real-time performance measurement and improve sales, share, and profit. With teams across the Americas, Europe and APAC, we offer a career with real impact, endless growth opportunities and the support you need to be the best you can be.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a motivated and strategic Media Planner to join our dynamic Shopper Team. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of shopper and retail media planning and activation for key clients. You’ll take ownership of the entire campaign process, from strategy through execution, working independently and presenting confidently to clients while leveraging your expertise in digital media.

What You’ll Do

Develop and execute innovative, data-driven shopper media plans that align with client objectives and drive measurable results.

Build and maintain a deep understanding of each client’s business goals, with a strong command of the evolving digital and retail media landscape.

Support and / or lead day-to-day client communications, including status meetings, strategic recommendations, and performance reporting.

Oversee all elements of media plan execution—managing authorizations, insertion orders, campaign tracking, billing, and reporting with precision.

Collaborate with media vendors to ensure flawless campaign delivery, accurate billing, and optimal performance while evaluating partnership opportunities.

Create compelling media recommendation decks and insightful campaign performance reports that inform and inspire.

Maintain open and proactive communication with the Media Supervisor and Account Leadership, ensuring campaign updates and project milestones are tracked and shared.

Who You Are

2–3 years of agency media planning and buying experience required.

Prior experience in retail marketing and with CPG brands strongly preferred.

Familiarity with retailer media networks (WMC, KPM, Roundel, etc.) is a plus.

Exceptionally detail-oriented, organized, and resourceful.

Adept at multitasking and managing multiple workstreams to consistently achieve KPIs and meet deadlines.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and confidently.

Comfortable interacting daily with clients, media vendors, internal teams, and finance.

Working at Flywheel

Competitive rewards package and opportunities for career growth.

Office hubs across the globe with collaboration in Hub Offices 3x a week.

Flexible vacation time and strong learning and development opportunities.

Benefits to help you live your best life, parental leave, and volunteering opportunities.

Inclusion-focused environment with ERG groups available.

Background check required for hired candidates.

The Interview Process

Every role starts with an introductory call with our Talent Acquisition team to assess company and values-fit as well as your professional experience. There may be role-specific questions during this call. Subsequent steps may include meetings with team members, and depending on the role, skill assessments such as a Take Home Assignment, Case Study Presentation, or Pair Programming. We will outline exactly what to expect during the initial call.

Inclusive Workforce

Flywheel Commerce Network’s goal is to create a culture where all individuals feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify. All applicants will receive fair consideration. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. If you have accessibility requirements, please let us know at recruitment@flywheeldigital.com so we can support you. For information about our data practices, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

Important

Please note : we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruitment firms. Be aware of fraudulent job communications claiming to be from Flywheel. Flywheel never asks candidates for bank account data, tax IDs, or payments via social media or chat-based applications. If you suspect fraud, report it to local authorities.

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