Spark Foundry is the agency that is shaped by ideas. We believe everyone’s ideas are powerful – big or small. Our knack for exploring them makes us better.
We strongly believe in collaboration, where a thriving working relationship leads to everyone’s best work. Luckily, this conviction attracts likeminded clients and talent to create a positive and magnetic team.
We’re constantly adapting to each of our clients’ businesses’ needs to avoid stagnation. This ensures that our clients get the best service to tackle their future-facing challenges and that our team stays on their toes.
Above all, we love to go above and beyond what’s expected of us. We’ve done this through media innovation that is recognized by both the industry and by our clients who reap the benefits.
The near future is very bright for Spark Foundry, whether that’s a result of Publicis Groupe’s investment in groundbreaking global & local tools and data solutions or because of the contagious momentum amplified by new team members and new clients.
Overview
The Investment Supervisor is responsible for the flawless execution of media campaigns including accurate placement, positioning, messaging and delivery of client specific campaign KPI’s within approved budgets.
The Investment Supervisor works closely with the Investment Manager/Director to ensure team members receive training in key areas of required expertise (vendor negotiations, media systems, tools, research) and fulfill their areas of responsibility. In addition to managing the work of the Investment Buyers and/or Assistants they supervise, Investment Supervisors are responsible for day-to-day contact with their counterpart Sparks teams (strategy and digital).
Responsibilities
- Maintain control of workflow and assigned responsibilities to juniors within the group
- Oversee the progress of assigned projects
- Provide assistance, where necessary, to assure timely completion of projects
- Analyze & negotiate optimum media schedules -TV (including linear optimized), radio, OLV as per campaign objectives
- Make recommendations to Planners based on marketplace conditions/dynamics/opportunities
- Billing and maintenance of the client financials
- Responsible for client reporting: pre and post-buy reports; market landscape updates; vendor opportunities
- Provide guidance to and mentors Investment Buyers and Assistants to ensure their successful professional development
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree; degree or concentration in advertising, marketing, business administration, and communications preferred
- Three + years of progressive levels of responsibility in media planning, buying and management
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
- Strong negotiating skills
- Able to work successfully with teams, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving abilities
- Strong analytical abilities
- Strong quantitative skills, including analytical abilities and math proficiency
- Ability to effectively utilize media research and reporting resources
- Technical proficiency, particularly with media systems and MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Additional information
Spark is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We create and nurture a vibrant work environment that celebrates, values and leverages all aspects of diversity and inclusiveness, attracts world-class talent and serves as the industry benchmark for best practices. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide appropriate accommodation for candidates with disabilities or accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process, upon request. Please contact our recruiter for any questions, accommodations or specific requests. We thank all candidates for their interest in Spark however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process upon request.
Salary
Transparency matters to us. The salary range for this position is $60K-$70K CAD per year. Actual compensation within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and applicable certifications. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to offer based on current market data.
AI Use
We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications or analyzing resumes. These tools assist our recruitment team but never replace human decision-making. We believe in a human-first approach, where your experience and potential are recognized by people.
