PHD Melbourne
Planning Director
- Melbourne
- Full Time, Permanent
- Reporting to Group Business Director
Why PHD?
Access to top tier clients and complex business challengesContinuous development through our mixed learning approachThe tools, equipment, and mentors you need to be successful in your roleAn organisation encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiativesA bright, open plan and dog friendly office (we love our furry friends)A fully supported flexible working environmentFun social events – (Annual ski trips, need we say more?!)Access to EAP's to support your mental healthThe Opportunity
Team Asahi is recruiting for a Planning Director to join a full team of highly motivated and skilled media practitioners with a good sense of humour and fun. The Planning Director across Asahi at PHD will work across the team guiding our strategy, planning craft to develop campaigns across some of Australia's most iconic brands (Schweppes, Solo, Carlton Dry, Great Northern, Vodka Cruiser, Balter etc). This role is 2IC to the Group Planning Director, works closely with Implementation and helps deliver on the operational and strategic goals of this group and is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking for to flex their entrepreneurial and creative muscle to solve problems, develop and motivate an experienced team and create memorable, award-winning work. Team Asahi has strong discipline leads with a Business Director, Head of Investment, Group Planning Director and Strategy Director all leant in on the business.
Day to day responsibilities
Origination of the Communications Plan : The creation of channel plans that build from the core media idea and demonstrate expert planning skills.Client relationship management : the principal client contact for the whole planning process.Leverage strong relationships & influence clients and media owners at all levels.Strategically deliver insightful media strategies for your client, in conjunction with the strategy team when appropriate.Identify strategic creative and innovative media initiatives that are born out of the strategic media direction and lead their implementation.Working alongside Strategy and Investment teams to ensure best possible product gets to marketEnsure all media goals and strategies are achievable and executable within budgets using support of the Investment team.Own the planning process across all media, including digital. This will include making sure digital adheres to Source principlesAbout you
Product Leadership : Collaborate nationally on media products with standardized methodologies, marketing collateral, and trainingTeam Management : Recruit, develop, and lead a team of Account Directors, Managers, Executives, and Assistants.Client & Vendor Engagement : Build strong relationships with clients, media vendors, and third-party planners to ensure satisfaction and seamless delivery.Business Development : Drive growth with new and existing clients, working closely with Business Management to meet objectives.Operational Excellence : Oversee media implementation, negotiations, bookings, invoicing, and reporting to maintain quality and efficiency.Strategic Thinking & Innovation : Stay updated on industry trends, challenge conventions, and drive innovative media solutions.Communication & Influence : Clearly convey information, influence key stakeholders, and manage relationships across all levels.Adaptability & Problem Solving : Demonstrate resilience, multitasking, strong numerical accuracy, and analytical skills to meet diverse project demands.A snapshot of our last 12 months
M&M Global Awards 2024 : PHD secured the Campaign of the Year for 'Welcome to the Group' by PHD Costa Rica and won nine other category trophies, making it the most awarded agency network at the event.Internationalist Awards for Digital Solutions : The agency dominated by taking home 11 awards, including the Grand Prix for the British Heart Foundation campaign, 'Streams of (Un)consciousness.'Festival of Media Global Awards 2024 : PHD was named Agency Network of the Year, securing a total of 28 awards, including 2 Grand Prix, 9 Gold, 9 Silver, and 8 Bronze.Eurobest Awards 2024 : PHD won Media Network of the Year, further solidifying its position as a leading agency.Beacons Awards 2024 : PHD was crowned Media Agency of the Year at the Beacons Awards in New Zealand, highlighting its outstanding performance in the region.Pitch BFSI Marketing Awards 2024 : The agency took home the Agency of the Year award, winning 9 metals, including 3 Golds, 5 Silver, and 1 Bronze across various categories.Adweek's Global Media Agency of the Year : PHD was honored with this title, reflecting its global impact and excellence in media services.