Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Opella
Job overview
The Director of Media, US at Opella leads national media strategy and investment to drive business growth and brand connection across multiple channels.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves developing and overseeing media strategy, managing media investments and budgets, leading a media team, collaborating cross-functionally, driving media performance measurement and optimization, and acting as a media expert in integrated marketing planning.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree and 12+ years of media experience in packaged goods or pharmaceutical accounts, leadership skills, deep media knowledge, analytical skills, and strong communication abilities; agency and in-house experience is a plus.
Career development
Opella offers opportunities to grow new skills in a bold, collaborative, and inclusive culture focused on creativity and consumer brand development.
Work environment and culture
Opella values a challenger mindset, collaboration, courage, accountability, simplicity, and inclusivity in a supportive and innovative work environment.
Company information
Opella is a global self-care company with 100 brands, 11,000 employees, and a mission to simplify self-care, headquartered in France with multiple manufacturing and innovation centers.
Team overview
The Director of Media leads a team of two Media Managers and one Analyst within the Marketing organization, collaborating with creative, martech, analytics, and eCommerce teams.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Morristown, NJ.
Unique job features
The role includes leading integrated marketing planning, managing media AOR relationships, and driving innovation in media strategy and measurement.
Company overview
Opella is a UK-based manufacturer specializing in plumbing and sanitary products, particularly taps, valves, cistern fittings, and related components for both residential and commercial use. The company generates revenue by supplying its products to wholesalers, retailers, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) across the plumbing and construction industries. With a history dating back several decades, Opella has established a reputation for reliability and innovation, often focusing on water-saving technologies and compliance with industry standards. The company’s expertise in engineering and product development has positioned it as a trusted partner for major brands and distributors. Candidates should note Opella’s emphasis on quality, customer service, and its role in supporting sustainable water management solutions.
How to land this job
Position your resume to showcase strategic leadership in media planning and investment, emphasizing your ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive measurable business outcomes aligned with brand goals at Opella.
Highlight your experience managing media budgets across diverse channels such as linear, streaming, digital, social, and programmatic, and your proficiency with media performance tools including MMM and Brand Lift studies.
Apply through multiple platforms including Opella's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and leverage their global reach.
Connect with current Opella Media and Martech team members on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent media innovations at Opella or asking about their approach to integrated marketing planning.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'media strategy,' 'media investment,' 'cross-functional collaboration,' 'media performance metrics,' and 'integrated marketing planning' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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