Director, Partner Direct

PHM is the leading health media agency in the US. We are designed for—and dedicated to—delivering solutions that connect people with meaningful health and wellness solutions every day. Guided by our genuine passion for health and wellness, our work across the entire media ecosystem helps patients navigate the most important moments of their healthcare journeys.

While we have grown to be the No. 1 agency in our industry, at heart we're still a startup. It's that energy and spirit of innovation that allows us to create bold and meaningful "health media firsts" for our clients, and to do it all with #phmlove.

Job Description

Position Summary

As the Director, Partner Direct you will manage daily tactical plan needs. You will manage relationships with internal & external media partners. Your goal is to develop innovative, multi-channel, healthcare media plans while fostering strong media partnerships to expand marketplace skills specifically within the HCP space. You will report to the VP, Partner Direct.You will come to the role with an expert understanding of how the agency works and how jobs flow throughoutYou will have a strong understanding of how client business objectives translate into media investment and management strategiesYou will understand the planning process, the media marketplace and partner landscapeYou will understand partnership opportunities, deals and termsYou have an expert understanding of agency planning toolsDay-to-DayYou will oversee the Partner Direct media recommendation and the daily execution of Partner Direct team tasksYou will ensure best practices in agency process and efficiencies are implemented and operationalYou will guide POVs on new partner offerings, processes, and technologiesYou will manage delivery of team projects and tasksYou will be responsible for PD marketplace 101's and education daysYou will lead rate negotiations for large-scale, multi-channel or first to market dealsInternal + External RelationshipsYou will develop talent, delegating, and ensuring teams are working smoothlyYou will have the skills and ability to navigate proper support for planning systems and toolsYou will oversee a team and will:Manage and prioritize team assignmentsDeliver constructive, actionable feedback to teamProvide clear, regular communication regarding client and project goals, prioritization, and measures of success to the team & other important partnersProvide expertise and share knowledge with junior team membersAs needed, you will develop:New working relationships with client contactsContinue to develop relationships with key media partnersCollaborate internally with leadership across capabilities and teamsContinue to develop relationships with key Groupe teams, such as APEX and PMXYou may be asked to contribute o new business efforts as needed

Qualifications

7 or more years of experience media industry experience3+ years experience in 5+ channels, audiences, and campaign types (Digital - Endemic/Lifestyle, Print, OOH, HCP, Payer/Managed Markets)3+ years experience people management1+ years previous HCP pharma media experience1+ years experience across a diverse set of conditions, disease states, and audiences (DTC, HCP, Payer)

Additional Information

Our Publicis Groupe motto "Viva La Différence" means we're better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.

Compensation Range: $98,500 - $150,000. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the qualifications of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and we reserve the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, we will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact hrcompliance_usms@publicis.com.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.