About Evergreen
At Evergreen Trading, we’re driven by collaboration and value creation for our clients. That’s why we’re the go-to, strategic partner for marquee brands across industries. Headquartered in NYC, we’re a media investment and trade firm that helps brands achieve their goals by leveraging their unwanted assets to purchase media. Our unique approach allows clients to improve their ROI by turning excess inventory, equipment, real estate, and more into media purchasing power. If you're looking for a dynamic work environment and have a passion for doing things differently, Evergreen Trading is the place for you. Check out our brand video here.
Position Description
The Media Buyer is responsible for the day-to-day Buying operations within the organization and negotiations of certain media buys. This includes overseeing the successful execution of Local TV/Radio media campaigns and assisting with fulfilling client needs.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Effectively negotiate & steward Local TV/Radio buys utilizing corporate trade/barter across multiple networks, stations, & accounts
- Input schedules, produce post-buy analysis reports and resolve billing discrepancies
- Secure added value and sponsorships on certain buys
- Maintain knowledge and understanding of industry trends and new technologies that affect the buying discipline
- Serve as the primary point of contact for certain vendors
- Effectively communicate needs to vendors to get results in a timely manner
- Create and issue reports to clients under deadlines
- Communicate day-to-day needs/requests with clients
- Support supervisors with daily responsibilities
- Identify and recommend solutions to operational issues
- Guide and direct Media Associates as needed with day-to-day tasks
- Anticipate next steps. Be proactive and solution oriented.
Knowledge & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, communications, or a related field
- 1-3 years Local Linear/Terrestrial buying experience
- Strong negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with local media vendors
- Experience with SBMS and Strata buying systems preferred
- Advanced knowledge of and experience with Excel preferred
Core Competencies
- Strong passion for Media
- Articulate with strong written and verbal communication skills
- Organized and focused on attention to detail
- A team player who has the ability to prioritize and juggle multiple tasks and who is capable of working and maintaining a positive attitude within a fast paced, dynamic environment
- Strong ability to build rapport and relationships with co-workers and within the Local broadcast industry
Salary: $60,000 - $80,000
The above represents the expected base salary range for this role. Exact compensation is determined by level of experience, location, and other job-related factors.
Why Work With Us
Since our founding in 2009, Evergreen Trading has always believed that our people are the most valuable part of our business. That’s why our company is 100% employee owned. It’s also why we continue to invest in our employees' professional and personal development through company-sponsored training, mentorship, and a dedication to DEIB. Other highlights include:
- Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
- 401(k) plan with an employer match
- Extensive benefits offering in which Evergreen covers 75% of health premiums for employee and dependent coverage
- Generous time off including office closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day
- Hybrid work schedule
Evergreen Trading is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply and believe diversity enhances our creativity, innovation, and overall success. All employment opportunities at the company are based upon an individual’s qualifications to perform the essential functions of a particular job and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, caregiver status, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristics.