Job Description
Senior Manager - Media, Center of Excellence, Field Marketing
Location: Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad & Pune.
Role Description
The Senior Manager of Media Strategy will be responsible for leading the development and execution of comprehensive media strategies that align with our marketing objectives. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of media channels, audience targeting, and performance measurement. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in B2B media planning and buying, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead and inspire a team.
As part of the Media Centre of Excellence (COE), the senior manager will collaborate closely across COE functions, including Partner Marketing, Measurement & Analytics and Case Studies.
This role will serve as advisor and subject matter expert to core stakeholders, namely Field Marketing teams across regions. Strong alliance is required to help educate & guide teams and ensure activities and outcomes are closely aligned to business objectives.
Core Responsibilities
- Develop and implement integrated media strategies that align with client goals and drive business results, across various campaign types, including full-funnel, ABM and lead generation.
- Lead the media strategy planning process, including audience analysis, forecasting, re-targeting and budget allocation.
- Lead the execution of media plans across various digital channels, including social, connected TV, and digital out-of-home.
- Collaborate with in-house Brand & Creative teams, MarTech and Analytics teams to ensure cohesive and effective full-funnel campaign execution.
- Utilize data and insights to optimize media performance and provide actionable recommendations. Develop and track key metrics & KPIs for campaign/program success.
- Fully understand Cognizants MarTech stack and support the team in leveraging on a daily basis.
- Manage relationships with media vendors and negotiate media buys to achieve the best value for clients.
- Mentor and develop a team of media strategists, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
- Stay abreast of, and impart information related to industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in media strategy and execution.
Education Skills & Experience
- Bachelors degree in marketing, Advertising, Communications, or a related field is preferable but not essential.
- 12+ years of experience in B2B media planning and strategy across core channels and platforms (including lead generation), with a focus on integrated campaigns.
- Proven track record of successfully developing and executing media strategies that drive business outcomes.
- Some media agency experience preferred.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to inform strategic decisions.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Outstanding communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
- Hands-on proficiency in media planning tools and software.
- Experience working with in-house procurement teams and managing vendor relationships.
Job Classification
Industry: IT Services & Consulting
Functional Area / Department: Marketing & Communication
Role Category: Advertising & Creative
Role: Advertising Management
Employement Type: Full time
Contact Details:
Company: Cognizant
Location(s): Kolkata
Keyskills:
senior management
analytical
team management
agency
presentation skills
verbal communication
business development
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strategic management
communication skills