WPP

Manager - Investment

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Gurugram, Haryana

In-Office

Mid level

AdTech • Marketing Tech

The Role

As a Manager - Investment, you'll manage media buys across offline and digital platforms, negotiate with media partners, collaborate with teams, and track campaign performance.

Summary Generated by Built In

About WPP Media 

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com. 

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com 

As a Manager – Investment, you'll be at the forefront of one of India’s most dynamic media accounts – Google. You'll get hands-on experience across the entire buying ecosystem – from TV, Print, Radio, Events, Digital Reservations, Branded Content, and OTT Integrations.

Role Summary and Impact  

Own and execute end-to-end media buys across offline and digital platforms for one of the country's top-spending advertisers.
Negotiate with top media partners to drive efficiencies, innovation, and measurable impact.
Collaborate with internal teams – planning, ad ops, and mPlan – to deliver 360° integrated campaigns.
Track live campaigns, implement mid-flight optimizations, and ensure delivery KPIs are met.
Drive value through deal evaluations, event integrations, and custom content solutions.
Work with data to track CPRPs, inflation benchmarks, and buying ROI.
Ensure 100% compliance with internal and client-facing processes.

What You’ll Get

Google Account Exposure: Work on one of the most respected and demanding global brands.
360° Buying Experience: From tactical buying to event activations, branded content, and sponsorship deals.
Digital Buying Development: Build your expertise across reservation-based digital media including OTT platforms.
Learning & Leadership: Be part of a high-performance, future-facing investment team with access to top tools, platforms, and learning frameworks.

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values: 

Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.

Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.

Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.

Skills and Experience 

3 years of media buying experience with strong negotiation, vendor management, and CPRP fluency.
Experience across TV, Print, Radio; digital buying is a major plus.
Data-first mindset – comfortable with YUMI, BARC, MAP, and basic digital tools.
Strong eye for detail with a get-it-done attitude.
Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and isn’t afraid to challenge the norm.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits 

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events.  

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. 
 
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. 

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