Performance Marketing
Head of Investments
We’re looking for a strategic and commercially minded Head of Investments to lead the media investment function, driving optimal media buying strategies that align with client objectives and deliver strong ROI. This role will manage vendor negotiations, oversee media budget allocations, and ensure high-performing campaign delivery. You will collaborate cross-functionally, lead a high-performing team, and serve as a senior client contact on all matters related to media investment and value delivery.
JHB
Full Time
About this position
Budget: R77 500 per month
Benefits: Medical Aid, Provident Fund & Short Term Benefits
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Rosebank, Johannesburg
Responsibilities:
- Media Investment Strategy
- Develop and implement robust media investment strategies tailored to client goals.
- Ensure campaigns are optimized across traditional and digital media channels to maximize ROI.
- Lead negotiations with media vendors to secure the best rates, placements, and added value.
- Manage large-scale client media budgets with accountability for financial performance and reporting.
- Act as a strategic senior partner to clients, advising on media investment opportunities and optimizations.
- Collaborate closely with planning, buying, and account teams to deliver integrated solutions.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing media investment team.
- Foster a collaborative and growth-driven environment with a focus on upskilling and innovation.
- Monitor media landscape trends, inflation, and performance benchmarks.
- Provide actionable performance insights and monthly reporting to clients and global stakeholders.
Experience & Technical Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 8+ years of experience in media buying, planning, or investment roles.
- Proven track record in leading media strategy and managing large-scale campaigns.
- Deep knowledge of both traditional and digital media landscapes.
- Excellent negotiation skills with a history of securing value-driven media deals.
- Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
- Client-facing experience with a strategic advisory approach.
- Proficient in media planning/buying tools and performance analytics platforms.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Familiarity with media buying and planning platforms
- Understanding of analytics/reporting tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Nielsen, Telmar, etc.)
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