**Company description** Publicis Groupe is not just a company you work for; it’s a platform for you to take your talent to the world. If you want to help change the world, ideas alone are not enough. Real impact can only come from having meaningful access to a world of knowledge, people and resources. At Publicis Groupe, you are connected to our global network, intelligence, tools, clients, brands and 80,000 brilliant minds with expertise in data, technology, media, strategy, creativity and business transformation, all literally at your fingertips. Go ahead, the world is waiting. Publicis Groupe is the third largest communications group in the world. Founded in Paris in 1926, we are present in more than 100 countries as leaders in marketing, communication, and digital business transformation. Two of its biggest solution hubs in Singapore - Publicis Communications and Publicis Media & Digital. Publicis Communications, the creative communications hub of the Publicis Groupe, is a collective of the most passionate, purposeful, and progressive creative agencies in Singapore. They are Publicis Worldwide, Leo Burnett, Saatchi & Saatchi, Prodigious, and MSL. Publicis Media & Digital, which is comprised of global media agency brands Starcom, Zenith, Spark Foundry, and Performics, is powered by digital-first, data-driven global practices that together, help our clients navigate the modern media landscape. Our two other solution hubs, Publicis Sapient and Publicis Commerce, empower businesses to embrace digital transformation and equip them with a total commerce experience. **Overview** As a Regional Media Planning Manager, you will work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including local media teams to optimize regional strategies and drive operational excellence across various locations. You will play a critical role in aligning regional activities with global guidelines and ensuring seamless execution and reporting of media initiatives. This position is ideal for a proactive individual who can thrive in a dynamic environment, manage multiple projects, and facilitate effective communication across teams. **Key Responsibilities:** + Collaborate closely with account leads to develop and implement regional guidelines in alignment with global strategies. + Serve as the key day-to-day client lead, managing client expectations and operational needs efficiently. + Support account/network leadership on all operational and network matters, ensuring smooth communication and adherence to strategic goals. + Drive local and hub adoption of global guidelines, mandates, and benchmarks through effective communication and training. + Oversee and ensure media deliverables meet timelines, budgets, and client objectives. + Manage transitions and activation timelines across regional hubs to ensure seamless integration and execution. + Develop and manage cross-country planning and buying processes, scopes, and billing workflows to streamline operations. + Manage finance and billing requests, providing status updates and resolving issues with the finance team and local markets. **Qualifications** + Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field. + 6 - 8 years of experience in media planning, with a preference for candidates who have worked with global or regional clients. + Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments. + Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with diverse teams. + Ability to adapt and work flexibly with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. + Demonstrated interest and understanding of the digital media ecosystem. + Familiarity with media implementation processes, timelines, and innovative digital tactical planning approaches. + Proven ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines. + Supervisory skills and experience leading large size team + Technical proficiency in media systems and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.