Linear Sales Planner / Media Buyer

3 Days ago • 2 Years + • Business Development

Job Summary

Job Description

This hybrid contract opportunity in New York City involves supporting a dedicated book of business, managing the full RFP process, and ensuring seamless execution of advertising campaigns. Responsibilities include leading the end-to-end RFP process, collaborating on pricing strategies, maintaining pipeline data and campaign budget updates, partnering with cross-functional teams (Ad Ops, Inventory Analytics, Streaming, Measurement), tracking campaign performance, supporting finance with billing, responding to client requests, developing client materials, identifying process inefficiencies, and recommending improvements. The ideal candidate will possess at least two years of linear media (broadcast TV, cable, or radio) sales planning or media buying experience, proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, strong communication skills, and attention to detail. Familiarity with Operative One and the TV/streaming ecosystem is a plus.
Must have:
  • 2+ years linear media experience
  • RFP process management
  • Campaign budget management
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
  • Strong communication skills
Good to have:
  • Operative One experience
  • Knowledge of TV/streaming ecosystem
Perks:
  • Medical, dental, vision benefits
  • 401k program

Job Details

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands.

We’re hiring a Sales Planner / Media Buyer for an exciting hybrid contract opportunity based in New York City with one of our premier media clients.

This is a great opportunity for a media-savvy professional with at least two years of experience in linear media sales planning or media buying. In this role, you’ll support a dedicated book of business, manage the full RFP process, and play a key part in the seamless execution of high-impact advertising campaigns. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and have a sharp eye for detail, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Position Details

  • Job Title: Sales Planner / Media Buyer

  • Type: Contract

  • Location: Hybrid (New York City)

  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, regular business hours

  • Duration: 6 months

  • Pay: $30–$35/hour (paid weekly)

  • Benefits: Eligible during contract period

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the end-to-end RFP process, including proposal development and order entry

  • Collaborate with Sales and Revenue Management to develop pricing and packaging strategies

  • Maintain accurate pipeline data and manage campaign budget updates (optimizations, cancellations, makegoods)

  • Partner with cross-functional teams including Ad Ops, Inventory Analytics, Streaming, and Measurement

  • Track and optimize campaign performance with Ad Ops

  • Support Finance with billing reconciliation and reporting

  • Respond to agency and client requests, and contribute to sales communications

  • Develop customized materials and presentations for client meetings

  • Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in linear media (broadcast TV, cable, or radio) sales planning or media buying

  • Agency or media company experience strongly preferred

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to juggle multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

  • Familiarity with media math and ad sales terminology

  • Experience with Operative One and knowledge of the TV/streaming ecosystem is a plus

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today and let Onward Search help you take the next step in your career!

Employer Details:

  • Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
  • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
  • Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
  • Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
  • Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
  • Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.

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