Assistant Buyer, Integrated Media Investment

YOUR ROLE

We’re looking for a bright Assistant Buyer, Integrated Media Investment to help manage day-to-day responsibilities of paid media campaign management. A naturally curious mind, resourcefulness, a love for numbers and a passion for advertising are a must.

The Assistant Buyer supports the execution, maintenance, and reporting of media buys across traditional and digital channels. This is an entry-level role designed for a motivated, detail-oriented individual looking to build foundational experience in media planning and buying. You’ll work closely with internal teams, vendors, and media partners to ensure campaigns are executed accurately and efficiently, while learning about pricing strategy, media performance, and client servicing.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Campaign Execution & Support

Assist in the preparation of media authorizations and insertion orders to activate buys
Enter campaign data and maintain accurate records across internal systems (e.g., OneStrata, Investment Trackers)
Help manage timelines and deliverables, ensuring vendors receive specs and assets on time
Monitor campaign pacing and delivery, flagging any under- or over-delivery to the team
Reporting & Optimization

Compile weekly and monthly campaign performance reports, pulling data from media partners, platforms, and internal dashboards
Analyze delivery vs. planned metrics and assist in optimization recommendations
Help create and update post-buy analyses for client presentations
Financial & Administrative Support

Track billing and work with finance teams to resolve discrepancies or reconcile vendor invoices
Maintain budget trackers and assist in updating actuals vs. planned spend
Organize documentation including contracts, screenshots, and proof of performance
Vendor & Partner Collaboration

Communicate directly with vendors to confirm buys, gather reporting data, and resolve execution issues
Attend vendor meetings and take notes to assist the broader team in evaluating new opportunities
Internal Collaboration & Learning

Attend and note take during team meetings, client briefings, and status calls as appropriate
Participate in training sessions to deepen knowledge of media buying systems, analytics tools, and the media landscape
Stay informed on media industry trends, competitive campaigns, and emerging platforms

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s in Advertising, Marketing or related field
A very high proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite tools, and especially be a wiz with Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Strong attention to detail and highly organized
Must have a love for numbers and a high numerical aptitude
Excellent communication skills
Eagerness to learn and adaptability
A strong interest and knowledge of Media Buying and Planning
Previous marketing, advertising or media agency experience are a plus.