Media Planning Manager (Cape Town)

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Remuneration:	market-related
Location:	Cape Town
Job level:	Mid/Senior
Type:	Permanent
Company:	Ad Talent Africa

Who are we

We are a retail business committed to building a world-class, customer-centric retail media network across both digital and physical platforms.

Who are we looking for

We're looking for a Media Planning Manager to lead the development and optimisation of innovative media channels across our retail environment. You’ll be responsible for commercialising media inventory, collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, and driving media performance across all customer touchpoints — both in-store and online.

What you will do

Media channel management

Manage the delivery, planning, and reporting of new media channels across physical and digital environments. Ensure media solutions are strategically aligned and deliver measurable outcomes.
Innovation incubation

Execute a comprehensive media roadmap that integrates digital and in-store experiences. Drive innovation through testing and implementation of new media formats and pilot initiatives that improve customer experience and client return on investment.
Cross-functional coordination

Collaborate with internal teams and third-party vendors to ensure seamless implementation and operational excellence of all media solutions.
Market research

Stay on top of industry trends, tools, and best practices in digital and in-store media. Conduct competitor benchmarking to inform product development and maintain a competitive edge.
Performance optimisation

Use commercial data, campaign results, and stakeholder feedback to continuously refine and improve media offerings across all customer touchpoints.
Project management

Oversee media project implementation from planning through to delivery. Ensure projects are executed on time, within budget, and to a high standard.
Client management

Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to define KPIs, track campaign performance, and support the sales team in delivering best-in-class retail media campaigns.

Proven experience in media product management, preferably within a retail or digital environment

Strong commercial mindset with experience in monetising media assets

Excellent project management and multitasking capabilities

Solid understanding of both digital and in-store media channels and associated technologies

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

A proactive, innovative approach and solution-oriented mindset

Passion for media, retail innovation, and delivering value to customers and client

Media planning / buying

Project planning

Leadership

Posted on 31 Jul 09:49, Closing date 30 Aug

We are niched in the communications industry with offices in Johannesburg and Cape Town from where we service all of South Africa, Africa, the Middle East, Europe and the rest of the world. Our portfolios include Digital, Creative and Client Service in Advertising, Marketing, Media, Public Relations and Corporate Communications.