Supervisor, Integrated Planning

Kelly Scott Madison—KSM—is a leading, independent media and advertising agency that futureproofs brands and fuels business growth. Our team of strategists, solutionists, technologists, and data analysts work united alongside incredible brand partners, helping them connect with customers in more meaningful ways today and positioning them to move with the customers of tomorrow. It’s always an amazing and transformative time at our growing media agency.

At KSM, it’s about more than just a passion for our industry and craft. It’s about the impact we make on the lives and livelihoods of those around us, and the highly personal experience we have here. Being an independent, mid-size agency—not too big, not too small, and proudly entrepreneurial—you’ll be empowered, recognized, and challenged to grow here. We’re adding new Bold Builders and uncommon perspectives to our community and can’t wait to learn more about you. But first, let’s explore the opportunity...

We’re looking for an Integrated Planning Supervisor who will oversee the cross-channel media planning process on a key account and provide local multicultural expertise. You will facilitate ongoing communication and collaboration between disciplines to deliver a cohesive strategy and seamless execution. As the day-to-day contact, you will manage (and exceed) expectations, instill trust and ensure ongoing alignment. Your vested interest in each team member will drive the highest quality output – work that truly works.

The ways you will make an impact:

• Collaborate on high level strategy development to inform cross-channel planning

• Deliver evidence-based media solutions that are uniquely tailored to client’s objectives

• Guide the planning process and ensure adherence to timelines and deliverable commitments

• Provide daily counsel to clients and serve as a primary tactical liaison

• Take ownership of the team’s work, delegate and manage workflow; ensure quality control

• Supervise and develop team members; maintain always-on communication and coaching

• Offer proactive, forward thinking and a constant stream of ideas

• Build and leverage relationships with media vendors; explore new partnership opportunities

• Manage client billing process and ensure timely deliverables

• Step up, speak up and soak it up
  

Experience you should bring:

• 4+ years of experience in cross-channel media planning

• 1+ year(s) of supervising direct reports

• Total market understanding and expert-level experience with US Hispanic and Latino audiences and/or diverse Asian audiences and media marketplace in top multicultural markets in California, Florida, and Texas

• Local/Regional media planning experience

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

• Hands-on experience with media planning, buying and billing platforms including (or similar to) Lumina, Prisma, Media Ocean, MRI-Simmons, Scarborough, Resonate, Nielsen, MediaRadar, Pathmatics, GeoPath, Placer.AI

• Strong ability to interpret data and provide recommendations on strategies and tactics based on research findings

• Digital and traditional executional capabilities and experience

• Capability to handle multiple clients or brands as a supervising lead
  

Who you are:

• A strong communicator able to handle C-suite client and agency communication with a strong POV, and a clear written, virtual, and in-person poise and confidence

• Client-first – always looking out (and ahead) for the client’s best interest

• A trusted team member for the Associate Director/Director/Business Lead, ensuring the work is handled with accuracy, care, quality, and appropriate speed to meet/exceed client expectations

• Strategic and big picture-minded, with tactical excellence of high-volume client account(s)

• You take great pride in and have a proven track record demonstrating willingness to roll up your sleeves and build plans while coaching/leading junior talent. You take coaching, training, and mentoring seriously

• Confident, yet humble, and open-minded with a learning mindset. We call it “humbition.”

Benefits we offer:

We've got you covered -- and we’re not just referring to robust health insurance. To us, coverage is about supporting your full experience and whole self, from inclusive benefits, flexibility, and an appreciation for time away, to recognition, professional development, and growth opportunities.

• Talent Enablement: Career pathing, integrated learning ecosystem, mentorship, and employee recognition

• Financial: Competitive compensation, 401(k) with company match, pre-tax programs, referral rewards, and a remote work reimbursement

• Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, pet, and life), onsite fitness center covered 100%, discounted membership rates at partner gyms and access to virtual fitness classes, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and curated opportunities to nurture your breaktime

• Balance: Personalized Paid Time Off (i.e., “Unlimited PTO”), remote work flexibility, paid parental leave (maternity, paternity, and adoption), and a variety of Employee Resource Groups

• Giving Back: Volunteer opportunities and corporate donation matching through KSM Cares Outreach, our Corporate Social Responsibility program