International Media Buyer

The Role
This role requires strong strategic thinking, advanced negotiation skills, and a proven ability to deliver measurable results. Acting as a client-facing strategist, direct media buyer, and programmatic trader, you will ensure campaigns are executed flawlessly while driving innovation and efficiency across the media buying function.

What You'll Do

• Develop client-focused media plans with clear strategic rationale by leveraging audience research, market insights, and performance data to plan, negotiate, and execute audio media schedules
• Execute programmatic audio campaigns with a "Hands on Keyboard" (HOK) approach; manage campaign setup, bidding strategies, audience targeting, and optimization directly within Demand Side Platforms (DSPs) to complement direct buys
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored recommendations and solutions informed by demographics, consumption patterns, and emerging technologies such as attribution and identity resolution
• Present media plans and optimizations to clients
• Enter media plans into Engage with accuracy and attention to detail
• Manage budgets and maintain a rolling pipeline of opportunities, proactively identifying areas for growth
• Build and maintain relationships with audio publishers in Europe and globally to gain insights into local market conditions, trends, and the audio landscape
• Lead negotiations with media partners to ensure favorable outcomes and strong ROI
• Oversee flawless campaign execution across multiple platforms
• Monitor performance and implement real-time optimizations to maximize results
• Handle ad hoc requests with agility, supporting overall client strategy and needs
• Establish and enforce best practices for pixel tracking, vendor verification, and reporting to ensure data accuracy and campaign success
• Provide monthly updates, summaries, and reports on market insights, competitive analysis, and emerging trends to internal teams
• Act as a subject-matter expert for internal teams, providing guidance on international audio advertising strategies, rates, and best practices
• Facilitate communication and coordination between internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless execution of international campaigns
• Manage proprietary international contact lists and databases
• Perform additional duties as needed to support the evolving needs of the organization

Requirements

• Fluency in English is mandatory; Spanish preferred; additional languages a plus
• Minimum 5 years of experience in advertising, media planning, or related roles (audio experience preferred)
• Demonstrated "Hands on Keyboard" (HOK) experience working within DSPs (e.g., The Trade Desk, and AdsWizz) with a strong understanding of programmatic audio inventory and PMP negotiations
• Knowledge of the audio advertising landscape, ideally in European and international markets
• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels and solve problems creatively
• Analytical mindset with the ability to gather, interpret, and present data and insights effectively
• Proven track record of managing projects and coordinating cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills; able to prioritize and multitask effectively
• Basic understanding of database and data principles to ensure clean and accurate data maintenance
• Flexibility to travel internationally for client meetings, industry events, and market research

Benefits

• Christmas Bonus: 30 days, to be paid in December
• Major Medical Expense Insurance: Coverage up to $20,000,000.00 MXN
• Minor Medical Insurance: VRIM membership with special discounts on doctor's appointments and accident reimbursements
• Dental Insurance: Always smile with confidence
• Life Insurance
• Vacation Days: 12 vacation days
• • Floating Holidays: 3
• Cell Phone Reimbursement & Transportation Subsidy
• Hybrid Scheme: Enjoy the best of both worlds, remote and in-office work
• Multicultural Exposure: Work with operations within Mexico and the United States
• MezTal Internal Events: Strike a healthy balance between your professional and personal goals
• Exclusive Discounts: Benefits with different companies for being part of MezTal
• Academic Agreements: Access to national universities and language schools
• Career Growth: We will search for the best conditions for progressing in your career