Director - Integrated Planning

About Dentsu International (India):Part of Dentsu Group, Dentsu International is a network designed for what's next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities and create new paths to growth in the sustainable economy. Dentsu delivers people-focused solutions and services to drive better business and societal outcomes. This is delivered through five global leadership brands - Carat, Dentsu Creative, dentsu X, iProspect and Merkle, each with deep specialisms.Dentsu International's radically collaborative team of diverse creators unifies people, clients and capabilities through horizontal creativity to help clients create culture, change society, and invent the future.Powered by 100% renewable energy, Dentsu International operates in over 145 markets worldwide with more than 46,000 dedicated specialists, and partners with 95 of the top 100 global advertisers.Learn more at:Open Position: Director - Integrated PlanningTotal work & relevant Experience: 8-10 years.Preferably Candidate from any of the top 5 digital media agencies.About dentsu X:dentsu X is a new kind of agency where creative, media and technology meet. We are thinkers, makers and doers. We are experience over exposure. We believe in people. We listen before we speak. We value partnership and collaboration. We behave like we would want to be treated. We revel in solving problems. Then we make cool stuff people want to talk about.Visit our website to discover more about what we do: The team is growing rapidly with Recma recognising dentsu X as the fastest growing agency in the world. We are looking for a Business Director to join our team in Mumbai, India to ensure we are well resourced for another big year of delivering great results for our diverse range of clients across BFSI, FMCG, Skincare, Pharma and more!About the role:dentsu X Mumbai is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director (Digital first - Integrated Planning) to lead and drive business growth for our key clients. This role requires a seasoned professional with a robust background in offline and digital media planning, and a deep understanding of the media ecosystem to effectively manage client relationships and meet their expectations.If you have a passion for innovation and experimentation to fuel industry leading activations, whilst bringing fun, passion, professionalism, and a holistic approach into your work environment, then this role could be for you!The purpose of this role is to:Develop and execute strategic business plans to drive growth and retention for key clients.Lead media planning across both digital & offline channels, ensuring integration and coherence with the overall media strategy.Foster strong client relationships, understanding their unique needs, and providing tailored solutions to meet their objectives.Manage and mentor business teams, encouraging collaboration and high performance.Work closely with cross-functional teams, including buying, operations, finance, strategy, and analytics, to deliver comprehensive services.Craft compelling narratives and presentations to effectively communicate strategies and results to clients and stakeholders.Lead new business pitches, driving the process in partnership with the management team and other departments.Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to proactively adjust strategies and maintain a competitive edge.Qualification & Background:Proven experience in a similar role within the media/advertising industry.Strong track record of media planning across digital platforms.Comprehensive knowledge of the media landscape and the ability to leverage this in strategic planning.Demonstrated ability to manage and grow client relationships.Experience leading and developing diverse business teams.Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a knack for storytelling and creating persuasive presentation decks.You're technically focused and have had exposure to media tools, consumer panels & systemsExposure to tools and platforms such as - Comscore, YUMI, GWI, IRS, DV360, Facebook Business Manager, Google Ad words, Search Ads 360, Google Analytics, Amazon, and Ad Verification ToolsYou possess an ability to analyze data and articulate recommendations based on your findings to your team members and leadersYou can be innovative and creative, flexible with your thinking and are adaptable to changing situationsYou're a big picture thinker! Growth and professional development are important to you and your career.To explore this opportunity, please complete the application process here. Additionally, you may send us your updated CV to bhavna.rai@dentsu.com along with the below details (so we are able to expedite the application process) :-Name:Mobile:Email: profile link:Current company:Designation:Total years of work experience:Relevant years of experience in Digital/Integrated Media Planning:Location of current residence:Are you comfortable working from Mumbai:Current Annual Compensation (if split into fixed and variable, please specify):Expected Annual Compensation:Notice period:Please attach your CV.We thank you for sending us your profile & details for this role. If your profile gets shortlisted for roles with us, we look forward to a conversation with you to learn about more of what makes you awesome!Dentsu International is growing exponentially as we help our clients make meaningful progress as champions of good change. Come be a part of this amazing journey, together with some of the best minds in the business that call us home.Follow us on to stay updated: Working with us (Our Culture & Ethos)Joining dentsu international, you'll join a team of 66,000 driven, talented & gifted individuals who work in functions across Media, Creative, Customer experience management & Shared Services. Here, they collaborate every day to write inspiring stories of growth & learning, audacious innovation & dreams that they turn into reality..having a lot of fun as they do that! It is a place of incredible spirit, drive & growth!Inclusion and Diversity We're proud to be different and that starts with our people. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone. We won't define people by their race, gender, sexual-orientation, age or disability. Individuality is what makes us great, we want everyone to bring their full self to work and create something amazing. That's what we care about. So, whether you're joining us, or looking to move to a different part of the business, we work hard to make sure we create equal opportunities for everyone. PRB