VP, Principal Based Buying
Job DescriptionWho We AreHorizon Media, founded in 1989 by Bill Koenigsberg, is recognized as one of the most innovative marketing and advertising firms.
We are headquartered in New York City, with offices in Los Angeles and Toronto.
A leader in driving business solutions for marketers, Horizon is known for its highly personal approach to client service.
Renowned for its incredible culture, Horizon is consistently named to all the prestigious annual Best Places to Work lists published by Fortune, AdAge, Crain s New York Business and Los Angeles Business Journal.
Together we are building a place of belonging.
Media Excel (MX) is Horizon s newly launched, principal-based buying group which is an independent division of Horizon.
At Horizon, we understand the value that different perspectives can bring to our clients and culture, so we strive for an environment where our employees feel welcomed, safe and empowered.
We value YOU and believe that your authentic voice and unique perspective allows us to create a more rewarding culture, and experience, together.
Our simple recipe for success? We hire talented people (thinkers, doers, dreamers, makers), challenge them and give them every opportunity to grow.
What You ll DoOversee MX buying & investment across multiple media channels including CTV, Social, Linear, Audio, etc - 30%Negotiate principal-based deals with networks, publishers & platforms 20%Help establish best practices and ideal workflow across a newly formed group in areas like buy maintenance, stewardship & billing 20%Package & present MX opportunities to internal agency teams, existing clients and prospective clients 10%Oversee Director s/supervisor s/buyer s duties in packaging, negotiating, presenting and maintaining accounts within group 10%Train, direct and manage assistant and lean buying staff that works on MX clients 5%Maintain knowledge and understanding of industry trends and new technologies that effect the buying discipline 5%Who You AreA self starter with an entrepreneurial spiritA strong team leader with people management skillsA calculated risk taker with the foresight to understand implicationsComfortable providing and receiving constructive feedback and opportunities for growthConfident in navigating conversations with senior leadership internally and externallyWell versed in communicating with and presenting to clients regularlyAble to thrive under pressure, driving success in deadline driven environmentsProcess and detail oriented with the ability to pivot and embrace changeAn advocate for and supporter of Diversity, Equity and InclusionPreferred Skills & Experience10
years of experience in active buying within the advertising
marketing environment5
years of experience in principal-based buying, barter and/or tradeMulti-channel experience across CTV, linear, audio, digital, etc.
Programmatic experience a plusExceptional verbal and written communication skills; able to confidently present and sell through ideasStrong experience and principles navigating cross-department relationshipsLeadership and supervisory experience, including strategic and people management sillsExtensive experience leading direct client interaction and relationshipsEstablished relationships with industry salespeopleCertificates, Licenses and RegistrationsThere are no requirements for certificates, licenses and registrationsPhysical Activity and Work EnvironmentThere are no requirements for physical activity and work environment#LI-TH1#LI-HYBRIDThe statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
Horizon Media is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Salary Range$165,000.
00 - $200,000.
00A successful applicant s actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure/certifications, and equity.
As an organization, we take an aptitude and competency-based hiring approach.
We provide a competitive total rewards package including a discretionary bonus and a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, company paid holidays and unlimited paid time off (PTO), mental health and wellness resources, pet insurance, childcare resources, identity theft insurance, fertility assistance programs, and fitness reimbursement.
SummaryLocation:
New YorkType:
Full time.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
We are headquartered in New York City, with offices in Los Angeles and Toronto.
A leader in driving business solutions for marketers, Horizon is known for its highly personal approach to client service.
Renowned for its incredible culture, Horizon is consistently named to all the prestigious annual Best Places to Work lists published by Fortune, AdAge, Crain s New York Business and Los Angeles Business Journal.
Together we are building a place of belonging.
Media Excel (MX) is Horizon s newly launched, principal-based buying group which is an independent division of Horizon.
At Horizon, we understand the value that different perspectives can bring to our clients and culture, so we strive for an environment where our employees feel welcomed, safe and empowered.
We value YOU and believe that your authentic voice and unique perspective allows us to create a more rewarding culture, and experience, together.
Our simple recipe for success? We hire talented people (thinkers, doers, dreamers, makers), challenge them and give them every opportunity to grow.
What You ll DoOversee MX buying & investment across multiple media channels including CTV, Social, Linear, Audio, etc - 30%Negotiate principal-based deals with networks, publishers & platforms 20%Help establish best practices and ideal workflow across a newly formed group in areas like buy maintenance, stewardship & billing 20%Package & present MX opportunities to internal agency teams, existing clients and prospective clients 10%Oversee Director s/supervisor s/buyer s duties in packaging, negotiating, presenting and maintaining accounts within group 10%Train, direct and manage assistant and lean buying staff that works on MX clients 5%Maintain knowledge and understanding of industry trends and new technologies that effect the buying discipline 5%Who You AreA self starter with an entrepreneurial spiritA strong team leader with people management skillsA calculated risk taker with the foresight to understand implicationsComfortable providing and receiving constructive feedback and opportunities for growthConfident in navigating conversations with senior leadership internally and externallyWell versed in communicating with and presenting to clients regularlyAble to thrive under pressure, driving success in deadline driven environmentsProcess and detail oriented with the ability to pivot and embrace changeAn advocate for and supporter of Diversity, Equity and InclusionPreferred Skills & Experience10
years of experience in active buying within the advertising
marketing environment5
years of experience in principal-based buying, barter and/or tradeMulti-channel experience across CTV, linear, audio, digital, etc.
Programmatic experience a plusExceptional verbal and written communication skills; able to confidently present and sell through ideasStrong experience and principles navigating cross-department relationshipsLeadership and supervisory experience, including strategic and people management sillsExtensive experience leading direct client interaction and relationshipsEstablished relationships with industry salespeopleCertificates, Licenses and RegistrationsThere are no requirements for certificates, licenses and registrationsPhysical Activity and Work EnvironmentThere are no requirements for physical activity and work environment#LI-TH1#LI-HYBRIDThe statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
Horizon Media is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Salary Range$165,000.
00 - $200,000.
00A successful applicant s actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure/certifications, and equity.
As an organization, we take an aptitude and competency-based hiring approach.
We provide a competitive total rewards package including a discretionary bonus and a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, company paid holidays and unlimited paid time off (PTO), mental health and wellness resources, pet insurance, childcare resources, identity theft insurance, fertility assistance programs, and fitness reimbursement.
SummaryLocation:
New YorkType:
Full time.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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