Planning Operations Director | Melbourne-VIC

Job Description

OMD Melbourne

Planning Operations Director

• Melbourne
• Full time Permanent
• Reporting to Group Operations Director

Why OMD?

• Access to top tier clients and complex business challenges
• Continuous development through our mixed learning approach
• All the tools, equipment and mentors you need to be successful in your role
• Our organisation encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives
• We have a bright and open plan office
• We encourage and fully support flexible working
• Parental leave
• Fun social events - Annual ski trips

Details regarding the role:

The Planning Operations Director role focuses on implementing workflow changes to enhance output quality - at scale. This position blends operational and planning expertise across the entire Victorian Government account. This role is perfect for someone interested in data analysis (800+ online media briefs) and when/how to use Omni to improve our response quality consistency. Candidates will be expected to have an opinion on how media agencies may work in the future, as they will be directly involved in shaping this new role with the Group Operations Director. Given this product role will influence team workflows for 60+ people, experience in Project and Change Management is required.

Your previous experience:

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in the media industry; covering strategy, planning, implementation, and digital media.
• Perspective on the current changing media landscape and the impact of future changes to media planning (ie. commence, privacy, attention).
• Proven ability to manage large projects effectively, including; creating project plans, defining deliverables, and stakeholder management.
• Proficiency with workflow tools such as Jira, Asana, or Monday.com to streamline project management, enhance productivity, and interpret workflow data.

What makes OMD so great?

OMD Worldwide, a leading global media communications agency and part of Omnicom Media Group, has consistently demonstrated excellence in the advertising industry, earning numerous prestigious awards over the years.

2024 Achievements:

• Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity: OMD was honoured as the Media Network of the Year, reflecting its innovative and impactful media strategies.
• Campaign Global Agency of the Year Awards: OMD secured the title of Global Agency Network of the Year, underscoring its global influence and outstanding performance.
• MMA Smarties Europe Awards: The agency was named Agency Network of the Year, winning 'Europe Best in Show' and ten other trophies, highlighting its creative excellence in mobile marketing.
• Media Week Awards: Manning Gottlieb OMD, part of OMD Worldwide, received the Media Agency of the Year award, showcasing its leadership in the media landscape.
• Campaign Asia-Pacific Agency of the Year Awards: OMD led the awards, demonstrating exceptional creativity and impactful work in the APAC region.

These accolades underscore OMD's commitment to delivering innovative media solutions and its influential presence in the global advertising industry.

Next steps

Does this opportunity feel like the perfect fit for you? Don't hesitate—apply today!

If you have any questions or would like a confidential discussion about the role, our dedicated Talent team is here to assist and eager to hear from you.

We take pride in being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, fostering a workplace where diversity and inclusion thrive. Regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, or any other characteristic, we welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Should you require any support or accessibility accommodations during the application process, please inform us at the time of your application. Your privacy is important to us, and all personal information will be handled in accordance with relevant privacy legislation. Now is your time—show us what you can bring to the table!