Wavemaker Careers

About WPP Media 

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.

Wavemaker positively provokes growth for clients by reshaping consumer decision-making and experiences through media, content, and technology. Our name is both our mission and our method. We do our best work for brave brands and people who relish being challenged to go further and faster, together.  

SENIOR BUYER: JOB DESCRIPTION

Role Context:

The Senior Media Buyer is responsible for managing and executing broadcast and radio buys across assigned clients. This includes negotiation, purchasing, monitoring, and post-campaign analysis to ensure delivery against approved strategies and objectives.

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead stewardship and day-to-day maintenance of buys
• Execute and manage sponsorships
• Communicate buy changes (cancellations, shifts, brand updates) to vendor reps
• Prepare, verify, and issue buying analyses
• Generate and analyze campaign reports, including pre- and post-buy documents
• Collaborate with Client Service teams on client deliverables
• Resolve billing discrepancies and oversee invoicing accuracy
• Support the Manager across all phases of account/client management
• Build a deeper understanding of client needs and strategies
• Play a key role in budget management and client billing accuracy
• Compile and interpret media/marketing data to inform implementation decisions
• Write POV’s and recommendations
• Write, attend and present internal and client presentations
• Engage and participate in meetings
• Help drive agency revenue through inventory

Required Skills/ Experience:                                           

• 2–3 years of progressive experience in an Assistant Media Buyer or Media Buyer role
• Degree/diploma in Media, Marketing, Business, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Strong experience in TV buying (national & regional)
• Solid understanding of media fundamentals and buying concepts
• Proficiency in DDS, Infosys, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel in particular)

Good to have:

• Radio buying experience
• Familiarity with AI tools to enhance workflow

Life at WPP Media & 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. 

WPP Media is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with WPP Media, please send an e-mail to WPP Media Leave Administration at [email protected] or call (212) 297-8507 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. 

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