Media Planner

Title: Media Planner
Location: Hamilton
Company: SSCG Media Group (An Omnicom Media Company)

About Us

SSCG Media Group is one of the largest full-service, 100% pharma-focused strategic media planning and buying groups in the world — and we’re proud to be part of Omnicom Media Group.

But here’s what really matters:

We’re a team that believes great work starts with curious minds, collaborative energy, and people who aren’t afraid to speak up. Our values — Substance, Style, Conviction, and Grace — guide how we show up for our clients and for each other.

We move fast. We support each other. We grow talent.

We are committed to providing meaningful growth opportunities and early ownership for our team members. 

Who You Are

As a Media Planner, you move from execution support to strategic ownership.

You’re not just maintaining the plan — you’re helping shape it.
You’re not just taking notes — you’re leading conversations.
You’re not just tracking deadlines — you’re driving momentum.

You’re ready for more automony, more strategy and more client exposure. 

What You’ll Own

Strategy & Plan Development

You help set the pace for the team.

You’ll start connecting the “why” behind the plan and not just the “what”

• Contribute to the development of full-funnel media strategies across channels

• Translate brand objectives into tactical media recommendations

• Analyze competitive insights and research to inform planning decisions

• Partner with Senior members of the team to build integrated, data-informed plans

Plan Management & Optimization

You’ll develop confidence managing both details and performance impact. 

• Own media flowcharts and budget allocations with accuracy and accountability

• Monitor plan performance in collaborations with Data & Analytics, Meda Tech & Operations and Biddable (Search, Social & Programmatic) teams

• Identify optimization opportunities and recommend adjustments

• Maintain planning tools and documentation with precision

Client & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Your voice becomes part of the client conversation

• Lead portions of client meetings and internal cross-discipline status calls

• Present plan updates and explain strategic recommendations clearly

• Serve as key liaison between Planning, Project Management, Data & Analytics, Meda Tech & Operations and Biddable (Search, Social & Programmatic) teams

Strategic Presence & Ownership

Your voice carries weight in shaping decisions

• Think ahead and anticipate business needs

• Bring thoughtful perspectives to planning discussions

• Confidently communicate brand knowledge and media rationale

• Proactively flag risks, opportunities and gaps

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree (Advertising/Marketing, Communications, or Business preferred)

• 1-2 years of media planning experience (Pharma vertical is a plus!)

• Strong presentation and communication skills

• Ability to analyze data and translate into action

• Comfort managing budgets and planning documents

• Proficiency in Excel and Powerpoint

• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

• Confidence to speak up and contribute to ideas

Why This Role Is a BIG deal

This is where you:

• Move from supporting strategy to shaping it

• Gain real client-facing experience

• Build cross-channel expertise

• Develop strategic confidence

• Prepare for Senior Planner growth

This is where your career shifts from execution to influence.

If you’re ready to elevate your thinking and make a measurable impact, this is the right next move for you!