Manager, Print/AV

About WPP Media WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth.  WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working. For more information, visit wppmedia.com . 3245 - Manager, Print/AV - UK Role Summary and Impact: We are seeking a skilled and proactive Account Manager to execute and optimize Audio-Visual and Print media Planning and Buying for our esteemed Google client account (MFG). In this role, it would be ideal to have previous Print experience to bring to the team alongside a want to further learn and upskill in a broader AV role. You will be responsible for managing placements across various channels (Print, TV, VOD, Radio, Cinema, Digital Video) across Google client product lines, ensuring campaigns are delivered on time, on budget and against agreed-upon KPIs. You will play a vital part in implementing innovative buying techniques, fostering effective media owner relationships and contributing to the creation of hyper-personalised and impactful media experiences that drive desire for our client’s luxury brands. Key Responsibilities: Media Buying & Execution: • Execute media buys across designated channels (Print, Linear TV, VOD, Connected TV, Radio, Digital Audio, Cinema) based on approved media plans and strategies. • Lead on Print planning and buying within the team, bringing market knowledge and executional understanding. • Manage campaign pacing, delivery and performance, making real-time optimizations to ensure KPIs are met or exceeded. • Ensure all buying placements adhere to client guidelines, creative specifications and industry best practices. Budget Management & Reporting: • Manage media budgets for assigned campaigns, accurately tracking spend and ensuring reconciliation with media owners. • Prepare regular performance reports, analysing data to identify trends, insights and optimisation opportunities. • Present campaign results and key learnings to the AV Lead / Associate Director and internal teams. • Working with the Finance team to ensure best practice in bookings and data management. Negotiation & Relationship Management: • Conduct negotiations with AV/Print media owners and providers for specific campaigns, seeking to achieve optimal rates, inventory and value for our client. • Cultivate and maintain effective working relationships with media vendor representatives. • Stay informed about market rates, inventory availability and new opportunities within the AV and Print landscape. Cross-Functional Collaboration: • Work closely with internal planning, digital performance, account management and creative teams to ensure seamless campaign activation and integrated media solutions. • Communicate effectively with all stakeholders on campaign status, performance and any issues that arise. • Provide support and guidance to junior team members as needed, particularly around upskilling in Print media activation. • Ensuring ongoing MMM data integrity and budget consistency across media channels. Process & Best Practices: • Adhere to all WPP Media internal processes, financial procedures and client service standards related to media buying. • Contribute to the continuous improvement of AV/Print media buying processes and adoption of industry best practices. Skills and Experience: At WPP Media, we beli