Media & Advertising Talent Pipeline

Media Buying Manager

Mumbai 6–9 Years Full Time Managerial

Talent pipeline role

This listing describes a profile we regularly recruit for. It is not a confirmed vacancy with a specific employer. When you apply, your CV joins our talent pipeline for this type of role, and our team will contact you when a matching requirement opens.

About the Role

The Media Buying Manager negotiates and buys media across television, print, radio, outdoor and digital for client campaigns in Mumbai. The role secures the best rates and placements, manages vendor relationships and ensures campaigns run as planned. It suits experienced media professionals with strong negotiation skills, deep vendor networks and a sharp understanding of media costs and audience delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Negotiate rates, inventory and value-adds with media owners
  • Execute media buys against approved plans and budgets
  • Monitor campaign delivery and resolve discrepancies
  • Manage vendor relationships and annual deals
  • Lead and mentor a team of media executives

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Graduate; MBA in marketing or communications preferred
  • 6+ years in media buying or planning, including team leadership
  • Strong negotiation and commercial skills
  • Knowledge of BARC, IRS and digital measurement tools
  • Established relationships with major media houses

Preferred Experience

Media buying experience in a media agency handling large multi-channel clients.

How to Apply

Submit your updated CV through the application form below, or email it to applythrive@gmail.com with the job title and reference TA-2088 in the subject line.

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