Media Buyer/ Planner | Dubai, UAE

Job Profile:
§ Closely work with the head of Corporate C (Corporate Communications, AV, IT, HHP, HA) to devise the advertising strategy (target audiences, key messages) for campaigns and product launches
§ Work with agencies (on a competitive-bid basis) to develop the most appropriate media plan (optimal media mix, time spans and locations)
§ Apply detailed knowledge of media owners in U.A.E., Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Yemen
§ Oversee media buying, execution details, related budgeting and accounting processes
§ Achieve maximum efficiency in media usage
§ Work with the MI manager to find ways to evaluate effectiveness of major advertising campaigns
§ Develop and maintain good contacts with media owners
§ Report direct to Head of Corporate Marketing.

Candidate Profile:
§ Bachelor in Marketing or relevant disciplines
§ 5-10 years of professional experience in a major advertising agency as media planner or in a major FMCG company as an advertising manager
§ Familiar with the GCC local cultures
§ Fluency in Arabic language

Specific Knowledge:
§ Ability to manage multiple agencies and make them work in a healthy competitive environment
§ Strong working knowledge of the media space (TV, Radio, Newspapers, Magazines etc.)
§ Initiative and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
§ Assertive, determined, flexible and creative personality

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