Senior Group Director, Growth Analytics

Position Overview

Your role is to run Growth Analytics for a key client. This entails building, scaling and elevating a holistic approach to campaign execution and measurement across all channels, and mentoring the team managing all deliverables for these clients.

Responsibilities

• Development of client-specific measurement plans
• Manage the outputs of day-to-day requirements and workflow of the client as it relates to Business Intelligence & Accountability
• Responsible for presentation of research and analytics to client, with support from your team, with focus on recommendations and actionable insights
• Keep client apprised of emerging measurement methodologies such as digital optimization and cross channel attribution. Provide research vendor POVs, selection and RFPs, as appropriate
• Responsible for the management and training of Business Intelligence & Accountability team in media math and analytics fundamentals
• Responsible for the best practice application of analytics approach
• Ensure Ad Ops processes are aligned with client needs
• Proactively collaborate internally across Initiative crafts to ensure a data driven approach to Strategy, Communications Design and Partnerships.
• Work with Client Advice & Management to identify opportunities to better support client needs and contribute to new business as required

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong experience with automation, business intelligence platforms, digital activation, programmatic, DMPs and be able to articulate a clear POV against each.
• Strong knowledge of digital marketing technologies, including DCM, Sizmek, Google Analytics, IAS, etc.
• Knowledge of Tableau & SharePoint or any other dashboard & data visualization tools
• Ability to work successfully within a team, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, colleagues and vendors.
• Mediabrands does not require candidates to have a college degree

Desired Skills and Experience

• 15+ years in integrated planning role in media, publisher / vendor, or communications discipline (digital, content); 8+ years of management experience ideal
• Experience with the following industry tools a plus: Syndicated Consumer (e.g. Simmons, MRI), Syndicated Sales (e.g. IRI, Nielsen), Media Consumption (e.g. N-Power, Arbitron, ComScore), Paid Media Monitoring (e.g. Kantar, AdViews), Social Media Monitoring (e.g. NetBase, Sysomos), 1st Party (e.g. CRM), 3rd Party (e.g. Blue Kai), Digital Ad Server (e.g. DART, Atlas, Mediamind) & Site Served, Website Analytics (e.g. Omniture, Web Trends)
• Knowledge of Python, R, or any other advanced analytics software package a plus
• Ability to communicate complex concepts at varying levels (from superficial to detailed) to suit the audience.
• Ability to proactively drive the business forward (i.e. being able to take the initiative rather than rely on direction)
• Ability to delegate and oversee direct reports.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills
• Required PC proficiency and solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Proven problem-solving ability.

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family. 

The salary range for this position is posted below.  Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee’s/applicant’s skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.   

It is the policy of Mediabrands, division of the Interpublic group, to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and other job functions are subject to modification. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

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