Media Planner/Buyer

Location: Denver, CO | Department: Marketing | Permanent, Full-Time

About the role

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Media Planner/Buyer to oversee the development, planning, buying, and execution of multiple media initiatives. This role is responsible for managing media execution to deliver precise, efficient campaigns that achieve strong performance results through proven analytics. The ideal candidate has experience in media planning and buying along with an understanding of a changing media environment. This individual will oversee media budgets with a strong commitment to ensuring transparency, responsible resource allocation, and effective use of funds. They will thrive in fast-paced environments that require agility and adaptability.

Note: This position is in-person at the Furniture Row Marketing office in Denver, Colorado.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive media plans aligned with company goals.
• Manage integrated campaigns across digital and traditional media channels.
• Manage media budgeting, planning, negotiating, and placement of media including digital, direct mail, sponsorships, print, and outdoor for many local DMAs.
• Provide guidance in overriding media strategy with strategic recommendations of channel and budget direction.
• Anticipate and monitor trends, analyze campaign and customer data, track KPIs and cost efficiency metrics, provide performance insights, and continuously refine buying.
• Manage planning, negotiation, buying, and execution of multiple media placements.
• Demonstrate strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Create annual media budget across all markets and continually forecast media.
• Knowledge of all media channels and marketplace dynamics to maintain performance in evolving media landscape.
• Manage relationships with varied media vendors.

Requirements

• Four plus years of media buying experience.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or related field (preferred).
• Proven experience managing large-scale media budgets.
• Data-driven with exceptional analytical, communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and accountability.

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave Program.
• PTO Policy that begins accruing on day 1.
• Employee Discount.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Individuals and Families after 60 days.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan after one year.
• Pre-Tax Payroll Flex Plan.

Pay

Annual salary range of $70,000-$85,000.