**Position Summary**
The role of a Negotiator, Investment is to prepare, negotiate, and document the execution of clients’ media buys within their buying group, as well as prepare or assist the Supervisor/Manager in preparing all written documentation for the Planner or Client (e.g., pre-buy/post-buy reports, media evaluations/recommendations, and other pertinent documentation). This role requires you to work as part of an integrated media investment team to ensure the product is grounded in insights and experience, resulting in flawless media executions.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Negotiate media campaigns directly with sales representatives across a variety of media channels.
- Purchase all assigned media to campaign parameters.
- Request submissions for upcoming campaigns from media partners.
- Develop a media schedule that satisfies campaign parameters and brand objectives.
- In partnership with the media planning team, address market concerns, timing, and brand attribution.
- Prepare and present pre-buy and post-buy reports.
- Upload media buys and track changes with a high level of accuracy.
- Responsible for solving and clearing billing discrepancies/queries, and managing the budget control report (BCR) in a timely manner.
- Execute all relevant revisions to the media buy.
- Negotiate compensation as required.
- Ensure clear communication with the planning teams (e.g., involvement in briefs).
- Assist the Senior Buyer on the evaluation or cost value analysis of sponsorships and integrations and make recommendations where appropriate.
- Explore promotional or value-added opportunities where applicable.
- Proactively advise the team of any variations to execution of media plans.
- Assist with training junior employees on tools and processes.
- Assist with the preparation of media point of views (POVs).
- Prepare market analyses.
- Conduct third-party audits as required.
- Continue to proactively develop knowledge of the media landscape.

**Desired Skills & Experience**
- Post-secondary education or equivalent professional experience – University/College degree in advertising/marketing preferred.
- Minimum one (1) year experience within the media industry with proven media buying experience across TV, OOH, CTV, and/or Radio. Experience in all channels is not required but considered a strong asset.
- Driven desire to develop and excel in a media career, including willingness to learn new media channels outside of current experience.
- Client service oriented.
- Strong analytical and financial acumen.
- Strong learning agility, with a passion for continuous development.
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
- Highly developed organizational skills with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent ability to manage and prioritize time effectively.
- Ability to work well and multi-task.
- Proactive approach to problem-solving, assisting the team, self-development, etc.
- Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently.
- Ability to negotiate effectively.
- Ability to develop and foster relationships with media partners.
- Proficient with media research tools.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

**Company Overview**
Initiative unlocks business growth for the world’s most ambitious brands. We believe in the power of media to reshape our industry and orchestrate a brand’s entire consumer experience. Our agency celebrates diversity in an inclusive environment where all of our talent across various markets feel seen, heard, and valued. Initiative Canada has received many of the industry’s most coveted awards, including gold Strategy Media Agency of the Year awards, Cannes Lions, and recognition as a top effective media agency globally.

**What's in it for you?**
- Generous paid time off, including a minimum of 37 paid days off.
- A flexible hybrid work model.
- A focus on personal development with formal training opportunities.
- A chance to be part of and grow within a global network of agencies.
- The opportunity to contribute to our company culture through community-based employee groups.

**Equal Opportunity Employer**
Initiative is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to any protected characteristic. If you require an accommodation in any aspect of the selection process, please reach out to canadatalent@mbww.com.