Spark Foundry is looking for a Planner Buyer to join our Auckland team! At Spark Foundry we design solutions for a modern world, we’re built to be different; we have the spirit of a start-up and the soul of a power house. Our purpose is to Create Work That Matters; to our clients, to our people and to society. That sounds nice, but to get to work that matters you need some key ingredients. You need Builders and Creators. We call this our Brilliant Thinkers which means exceptional people and work. We are in it together; we back ourselves and each other. We are always moving forward, always seeking solutions. Lastly, we are relentlessly caring, we work to understand each other and the world around us.. This helps us tackle challenges through different disciplines and perspectives. You need to thrive on the belief that great ideas are only great if they work. It’s not enough to be new, or cool, or interesting. Our solutions need to drive a business results. You need to embrace both the art and the evidence. Right and left. Imagination and activation. Intelligence and technology. Big ideas, forensically measured. All that while being a good human? Sound like you? Sound like where you’d like to be? We’d love to meet you. In this role, you will play a key part in contributing to strategic planning by leveraging research insights and data. You will be responsible for identifying innovative media opportunities, executing campaigns to plan, and fostering strong client relationships through exceptional account management. We work collaboratively across the team to ensure effective campaign implementation. To excel in this position, you should possess a solid understanding of media channels and tools such as Nielsen CMI, Google Trends, and WARC. Previous experience in media planning and buying, with a focus on client service, is essential. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively, and a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement are key qualities we are looking for.
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Be a part of the Publicis Groupe network, one of the worlds most progressive and dynamic modern communications businesses, enjoying all the perks that come with our network offering: A comprehensive Wholeself program supporting Physical, Mindful and Financial wellbeing A creative, fun and rewarding office environment backed up by our Publicis Libert flexibility approach working your way, with us!Access to our Global AI Platform, Marcel, connecting Publicis Groupe employees with opportunities for career mobility and collaboration across our global network Extensive Learning & Development opportunities, including more than 15,000 learning programs via our online learning platform Marcel Classes A culture of open feedback and support to reach your goals through our Career Conversations program A committed Diversity, Equality and Inclusion strategy driven through our Viva! Women, galit, enABLE and Embrace (reconciliation action plan) programs? Work Your World program enabling employees the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world for up to 6 weeks per year A workplace that stands together to provide a more open, supportive, and recovery-forward culture for all employees with life-threatening illnesses. Read more about our Working With Cancer Pledge - Homepage - Working with Cancer Pledge Inclusive leave policies such as Fertility Treatment, Menopause, Flexible Public Holidays, Gender Affirmation and Parental leave with up to 18 weeks paid primary carer leave and generous secondary carer benefits Access to counsellors, psychologists, and professionals through Sonder - an all-in-on digital wellbeing technology platform designed to support psychological, medical & safety needs If you dont tick every box in this ad, please dont rule yourself out. Research suggests that women and other people in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. We focus on hiring people who share our values of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, fearlessness, and integrity, rather than ticking boxes so if this role resonates with you, please apply. Diversity. Inclusion. Equity. More than just words, these are part of our DNA. At Publicis Groupe we are committed to the inclusion and recognition of all people; regardless of race, age, culture, ability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status and religious affiliation. We believe that to deliver the best solutions to our clients, our people need to reflect the diverse communities in which our clients operate in. We value diversity and the skills, knowledge and experience that difference brings to our culture and solutions. Uniqueness is powerful; without it we wouldnt be where we are today. So be you we like it that way. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for people with disability or those that require additional support throughout the application process. ?If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact us via recruitment@publicisgroupe.com - your personal information will be kept confidential.