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We are looking for a passionate and analytical Digital Media Planner to plan, implement, and manage search, display, and video advertising campaigns across Pepkor Lifestyle’s furniture and retail brands. The ideal candidate will focus on increasing marketing efficiency and return on investment (ROI), using data-driven insights and innovative digital strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated digital media plans across platforms including Google Ads, Meta (Facebook/Instagram), YouTube, and programmatic platforms.
• Conduct in-depth keyword, trend, and competitor research to inform campaign targeting and messaging.
• Collaborate with content and design teams to create or review campaign content and ensure timely deployment across platforms.
• Monitor and analyse campaign performance using tools like Google Analytics and Ads Manager, providing regular performance reports with insights and strategic recommendations.
• Continuously optimize campaign targeting, creative, and delivery based on performance data and customer engagement metrics.
• Maintain high standards of customer-centric communication in messaging and interactions.
• Manage budgets effectively to ensure maximum ROAS and alignment with business objectives.
• Liaise with external partners, agencies, and vendors to keep campaigns on track and up to date with best practices.
  
  

• Grade 12 (Matric) and a relevant degree or diploma in Marketing, Communications, or Digital Media.
• Valid Google Partner Certifications in Search, Display, Video, Mobile, and Shopping (required).
• Google Analytics Individual Qualification (GAIQ) preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in digital media planning or SEM management, preferably within a retail, furniture, or e-commerce environment.
• Strong experience in media buying, copywriting, campaign reporting, and data interpretation.
• Familiarity with ad-serving platforms such as Sizmek, DoubleClick, or Meedee8.
• Experience working in CMS and e-commerce platforms like Magento is advantageous.
  
  

• Strong business acumen and understanding of the retail customer journey.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Skilled in planning, prioritisation, and time management.
• Strong analytical and numerical reasoning abilities.
• Assertive, proactive, and highly detail-oriented.
• Demonstrates resilience and energy in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong team player with a customer-first mindset.
  
  

• Seniority level Associate

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Marketing and Sales
• Industries Retail

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We harness the power of data and technology to inspire and move people and business forward. We are a full service media agency, offering everything from media strategy, planning, and buying, to digital media services, negotiations, modelling, analytics, and consulting.

Responsible for implementation, tracking , measurement and buying alignment of online marketing campaigns, on time and within budget - based on campaign strategy and KPI’s .

• Ensure the effective operational management of all digital media campaign s in your portfolio .

• Effectively drive the campaign management deliverables, acting as a conduit between strategy , campaign management and creative agency’s production team.

• Be fully accountable and responsible for all digital implementation requirements.

By:

Implementation plans

• Build ing implementation plans in line with the strategic requirements and KPI’s

• Continuously m aintain and update implementation plans in line with client changes, creative changes and media optimisation changes. (Every time a plan amendment is made)

• Ensure digital media plans are aligned with the overarching lay-down s / flow plans or live planning tool (Media tool / other)

• Immediately flag discrepancies, wherever these may rise – creative, budget, timing KPI’s etc.

• Plan and load bookings using Publicis Starscape tool (training will be provided)

Campaign Management and AdOps Alignment

• Brief ing implementation plan s into PowerHub tool to execute the plans in real time (training will be provided).

• Daily m onitor ing the performance and track spend of the digital media campaigns to ensure that the campaign management teams do not over or underspend.

• Instruct implementation changes into the campaign management team, where and when required, to ensure adaptability to client needs and campaign optimisation in alignment with the strategic direction.

• Manage proof of flighting with campaign management – include the delivery of screenshots (proof of fighting) to client, copying all relevant parties within 24 hours of going live

• Suggest optimisation for better campaign performance to the team to ensure campaigns performs against agreed objectives

• Continuously strive to increase ROI on a campaign by campaign basis and maximise campaign performance

Tracking, Tagging & Taxonomy

• Ensure that tracking tags are requested timeously to ensure that the go-live date is not compromised

• Ensure QA testing happens on all campaigns

• Ensure taxonomy is implemented correctly and in line with the brand requirements

• Ensure the correct tagging is implemented

Creative Agency Alignment

• Send chase lists to the creative agencies in line with the implementation plans

• Chase the creative agencies for the delivery of creative elements for campaign management execution

• Flagging creative delays with client that affect go-live or pacing

• Ensure creative agencies are delivering best-practice creative, on time and on brief

• Pre-check all the received assets from the client/creative agency/digital agency, and communicate any irregularities or errors to the planner and strategist within 4 hours of receiving the assets

Strategy Alignment

• Align on strategy requirements and deliverables before building implementation plans

• Provide regular feedback to strategists on the ongoing performance of the campaign , in alignment with the strategy.

Post & Interim Campaign Reports

• Drive the delivery of interim and post campaign reports

• Ensure the data accuracy of reports

• Ensure correct formatting of the reports

• Ensure benchmark and all required information is included in the reports

Buying & Billing Alignment

• Collate all invoices

• Check flow-plan actualisation

• Send billing pack and revised CE’s to byer

Other Reporting

• Weekly spend tracking

• Weekly creative delivery tracker

• Weekly - Optimisation report

o Recommendations for improvement

o Key insights into the campaigns performance

o Optimisation recommendations

• Regional requests

• Input into close-out reports

Experienced cross-platform campaign management and implementation planning.

Ability with speed and accuracy.

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Overview

Responsible for implementation, tracking, measurement and buying alignment of online marketing campaigns, on time and within budget - based on campaign strategy and KPI’s.

Overview

Responsible for implementation, tracking, measurement and buying alignment of online marketing campaigns, on time and within budget - based on campaign strategy and KPI’s.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the effective operational management of all digital media campaigns in your portfolio.
• Effectively drive the campaign management deliverables, acting as a conduit between strategy, campaign management and creative agency’s production team.
• Be fully accountable and responsible for all digital implementation requirements.
  
  

• Building implementation plans in line with the strategic requirements and KPI’s
• Continuously maintain and update implementation plans in line with client changes, creative changes and media optimisation changes. (Every time a plan amendment is made)
• Ensure digital media plans are aligned with the overarching lay-downs / flow plans or live planning tool (Media tool / other)
• Immediately flag discrepancies, wherever these may rise - creative, budget, timing KPI’s etc.
• Plan and load bookings using Publicis Starscape tool (training will be provided)
  
  

• Briefing implementation plans into PowerHub tool to execute the plans in real time (training will be provided).
• Daily monitoring the performance and track spend of the digital media campaigns to ensure that the campaign management teams do not over or underspend.
• Instruct implementation changes into the campaign management team, where and when required, to ensure adaptability to client needs and campaign optimisation in alignment with the strategic direction.
• Manage proof of flighting with campaign management - include the delivery of screenshots (proof of fighting) to client, copying all relevant parties within 24 hours of going live
• Suggest optimisation for better campaign performance to the team to ensure campaigns performs against agreed objectives
• Continuously strive to increase ROI on a campaign by campaign basis and maximise campaign performance
  
  

• Ensure that tracking tags are requested timeously to ensure that the go-live date is not compromised
• Ensure QA testing happens on all campaigns
• Ensure taxonomy is implemented correctly and in line with the brand requirements
• Ensure the correct tagging is implemented
  
  

• Send chase lists to the creative agencies in line with the implementation plans
• Chase the creative agencies for the delivery of creative elements for campaign management execution
• Flagging creative delays with client that affect go-live or pacing
• Ensure creative agencies are delivering best-practice creative, on time and on brief
• Pre-check all the received assets from the client/creative agency/digital agency, and communicate any irregularities or errors to the planner and strategist within 4 hours of receiving the assets
  
  

• Align on strategy requirements and deliverables before building implementation plans
• Provide regular feedback to strategists on the ongoing performance of the campaign, in alignment with the strategy.
  
  

• Drive the delivery of interim and post campaign reports
• Ensure the data accuracy of reports
• Ensure correct formatting of the reports
• Ensure benchmark and all required information is included in the reports
  
  

• Collate all invoices
• Check flow-plan actualisation
• Send billing pack and revised CE’s to byer
  
  

• Weekly spend tracking
• Weekly creative delivery tracker
• Weekly - Optimisation report
• Recommendations for improvement
• Key insights into the campaigns performance
• Optimisation recommendations
• Regional requests
• Input into close-out reports
  
  

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Marketing and Sales
• Industries Advertising Services

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Who Are We

We are a retail business committed to building a world-class, customer-centric retail media network across both digital and physical platforms. 

Who Are We Looking For

We're looking for a Media Planning Manager to lead the development and optimisation of innovative media channels across our retail environment. You’ll be responsible for commercialising media inventory, collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, and driving media performance across all customer touchpoints — both in-store and online.

What You Will Do

• Media Channel Management
  Manage the delivery, planning, and reporting of new media channels across physical and digital environments. Ensure media solutions are strategically aligned and deliver measurable outcomes.

• Innovation Incubation
  Execute a comprehensive media roadmap that integrates digital and in-store experiences. Drive innovation through testing and implementation of new media formats and pilot initiatives that improve customer experience and client return on investment.

• Cross-functional Coordination
  Collaborate with internal teams and third-party vendors to ensure seamless implementation and operational excellence of all media solutions.

• Market Research
  Stay on top of industry trends, tools, and best practices in digital and in-store media. Conduct competitor benchmarking to inform product development and maintain a competitive edge.

• Performance Optimisation
  Use commercial data, campaign results, and stakeholder feedback to continuously refine and improve media offerings across all customer touchpoints.

• Project Management
  Oversee media project implementation from planning through to delivery. Ensure projects are executed on time, within budget, and to a high standard.

• Client Management
  Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to define KPIs, track campaign performance, and support the sales team in delivering best-in-class retail media campaigns.

What You Need

• Proven experience in media product management, preferably within a retail or digital environment

• Strong commercial mindset with experience in monetising media assets

• Excellent project management and multitasking capabilities

• Solid understanding of both digital and in-store media channels and associated technologies

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• A proactive, innovative approach and solution-oriented mindset

• Passion for media, retail innovation, and delivering value to customers and clients

Who are we

We are a retail business committed to building a world-class, customer-centric retail media network across both digital and physical platforms. 

Who are we looking for

We're looking for a Media Planning Manager to lead the development and optimisation of innovative media channels across our retail environment. You’ll be responsible for commercialising media inventory, collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, and driving media performance across all customer touchpoints — both in-store and online.

What you will do

                  Media channel management

• Manage the delivery, planning, and reporting of new media channels across physical and digital environments. Ensure media solutions are strategically aligned and deliver measurable outcomes.

  Innovation incubation

• Execute a comprehensive media roadmap that integrates digital and in-store experiences. Drive innovation through testing and implementation of new media formats and pilot initiatives that improve customer experience and client return on investment.

  Cross-functional coordination

• Collaborate with internal teams and third-party vendors to ensure seamless implementation and operational excellence of all media solutions.

  Market research

• Stay on top of industry trends, tools, and best practices in digital and in-store media. Conduct competitor benchmarking to inform product development and maintain a competitive edge.

  Performance optimisation

• Use commercial data, campaign results, and stakeholder feedback to continuously refine and improve media offerings across all customer touchpoints.

  Project management

• Oversee media project implementation from planning through to delivery. Ensure projects are executed on time, within budget, and to a high standard.

  Client management

• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to define KPIs, track campaign performance, and support the sales team in delivering best-in-class retail media campaigns.

What you need

• Proven experience in media product management, preferably within a retail or digital environment

• Strong commercial mindset with experience in monetising media assets

• Excellent project management and multitasking capabilities

• Solid understanding of both digital and in-store media channels and associated technologies

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• A proactive, innovative approach and solution-oriented mindset

• Passion for media, retail innovation, and delivering value to customers and client

• Media planning / buying

• Project planning

• Leadership

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Senior Manager: Integrated Media Planning

Recruiter:

Pillango Placements

Job Ref:

PTA003431/CB

Date posted:

Friday, July 11, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Are you a strategic media professional ready to make your mark in a large, fast-paced corporate environment? This hybrid role offers exposure to serious marketing, cross-channel campaigns, and ample room to grow alongside industry leaders.

POSITION INFO:

What you’ll do:

• Lead end-to-end integrated media strategies across multiple advertising channels
• Manage media buying, placement of funds, and coordination with media owners
• Apply both analytical and creative thinking to optimise campaigns for ROI
• Drive direct response and lead generation within an insurance marketing environment
• Negotiate effectively with media partners to ensure value and performance
• Collaborate with internal marketing teams and stakeholders to align with business goals
• Guide and mentor a small team (1 direct and 4 indirect reports)
  
  

• 8+ years’ experience in media strategy, planning, and execution
• A 50/50 background across digital and traditional media
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to interpret performance data
• Experience in insurance, direct marketing or lead generation preferred
• Proven negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• A relevant degree or diploma in Marketing, Media, or a related field
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Marketing and Sales
• Industries Advertising Services

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