Media Planning Associate

At Ocado Retail, we're at an exciting point in our plans in working towards launching a new Retail Media network in the UK. As part of that transformation we are looking to bring in specialists within Media Planning, to help execute and deliver a new way of working with our suppliers, that ultimately delivers value back to them, Ocado and our customers. This role is supplier facing, with a primary aim of delivering, consulting and executing media plans to our key strategic FMCG suppliers. The role will be part of a newly formed Media Planning department , responsible for building trusted relationships with suppliers, building customer-first media plans, whilst also hitting internal change management and revenue targets. You will be responsible for owning supplier relationships, aiming to provide value to suppliers and do so whilst enhancing the customer experience. You'll need to be commercial, and passionate about the exciting, high growth Retail Media industry, as well as upskilling on the current business operating model and transformation plans we are working towards in Retail Media. What you'll do

• Manage a set of supplier partner media plans with Ocado Retail, across onsite, offsite and other media channels
• Work closely with the Buying department to ensure media plans are aligned with the commercial direction of the business
• Full commercial responsibility over these supplier partners for media
• Be able to pitch strong, customer first media plans, linked heavily to promotional plans and supplier objectives
• Manage to a commercial budget, through building pipeline, pitching and managing the business to business buy cycle
  
  At least 2 years experience trading online
• Experience working with retail media plans, FMCG's and / or agencies
• Strong passion for retail media, and being part of a bigger transformation roadmap
• Ability to build strong trusting relationships with suppliers
• Credible individual who can project trust to various stakeholders at different levels of organisations
• Commercially astute, comfortable with sales and negotiation
• Able to navigate the complex, and embrace ambiguity
• Able to communicate data and insight clearly and concisely to various functions at all levels of the business
  
  Our mission is to deliver joy in every shop, through unbeatable choice, unrivalled service and reassuringly good value.
We're Ocado Retail, a market-leading, joint venture between Ocado Group and M&S and the world's largest dedicated online supermarket . Not only is Ocado.com the only place to shop a full range of M&S food online, it's also the home to the widest online supermarket range in the UK and champion of small, independent brands. We're also the brains behind , our same-day grocery delivery service., By joining Ocado Retail you'll have the chance to experience life at the world's largest online retailer, work with an amazing bunch of people who challenge what's possible each day and grow your skills and career in online retail. If that's not enough to tempt you, you'll also get access to loads of great benefits to sweeten the deal. Here's a taste of what we offer : Health & Wellbeing : Private medical insurance with option to add your family, Digital GP appointments, market leading family policies, mental health support, discounted gym memberships, dental insurance and more. Spend & Save : Annual bonus scheme split between personal and business objectives, recognition with reward platform, up to 7% matched pension contributions, 15% Ocado discount, 20% M&S discount, free breakfast everyday in the office, electric vehicle leasing scheme and free shuttle bus from Hatfield station to the office. Never miss the moments that matter : Blended / Hybrid working, 26 days holiday plus 8 flexible bank holidays, options to buy extra holiday, 2 weeks work from anywhere and lifestyle break opportunities. Our Hiring Process Lucky for us, we get loads of great applications and we really appreciate that so many people put the time and effort in to apply. To recognise that, we treat all applications respectfully and fairly. So, if yours stands out, you'll follow our standard hiring process - one of our Talent Partners will talk you through this in an initial call. Everyone's welcome We're an equal opportunities employer. That means that we make sure all potential colleagues are treated fairly and equally. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know on the application form.