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About WPP Media WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partn...
About WPP Media
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and
world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change,
capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth.
WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative
personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why
their media investment is working.
For more information, visit wppmedia.com [wppmedia.com].
Bij WPP Media zijn we het wereldwijde mediacollectief van WPP, volledig gebouwd voor het AI-tijdperk. We bundelen het beste
platform, de meest getalenteerde mensen en de sterkste partners om innovatieve oplossingen te creëren. Ons doel? Merken elke dag
ongeëvenaarde groei bieden. Dit fundament vinden we in onze gedeelde kernwaarden:
We’re Extraordinary: We verleggen grenzen, dagen het gewone denken uit en doorbreken de status-quo in ons streven naar innovatie
en groei.
We’re Open: We bouwen vertrouwen en begrip door naadloos samen te werken – met onze teams, klanten en partners.
We’re Optimistic: Een 'growth mindset' zit in ons DNA. We omarmen verandering als dé manier om het beste uit onszelf te halen.
Over de rol
Als Senior Communication Planning Team Manager ben je een ervaren, hands-on professional die daarnaast de cruciale
verantwoordelijkheid draagt voor het leiden van een team van Communication Planning-specialisten. Je primaire focus ligt op het
leveren van strategische topkwaliteit voor sleutelklanten, terwijl je een aanzienlijk deel van je tijd besteedt aan het coachen,
ontwikkelen en aansturen van je team.
Je maakt deel uit van de Communication Planning discipline, waar je de rol van zowel senior expert als people manager vervult. Je
leidt door het goede voorbeeld te geven; je laat in je eigen klantwerk zien wat de standaard is voor kwaliteit en innovatie, en
gebruikt die ervaring om je team te begeleiden naar ditzelfde hoge niveau van excellence.
Je bent geobsedeerd door de groei van zowel de business van onze klanten als het talent van onze mensen. Je krijgt energie van het
oplossen van complexe klantvraagstukken én van het zien groeien en slagen van je teamleden.
Wat ga je doen?
ontwikkelt strategieën, creëert geïntegreerde plannen en treedt op als senior adviseur voor je klanten, waarmee je direct
bijdraagt aan hun succes.
klanten te identificeren en te adviseren over de waarde van onze oplossingen en producten (zoals StudioM, Choreograph). Je
brengt een 'can-do'-mentaliteit in het team als het gaat om new business en groei-initiatieven.
en effectief gebruik van WPP's eigen tools te promoten, met Open Media Studio (OMS) als basis. Je zorgt ervoor dat je team onze
volledige suite aan tools gebruikt om datagedreven, onderbouwde mediaplannen te bouwen en op de hoogte blijft van de nieuwste
updates.
concrete ontwikkelingsplannen op, voert functioneringsgesprekken en biedt continue coaching en mentorschap. Je bent het eerste
aanspreekpunt voor het welzijn en de carrièreontwikkeling van je team.
teamsamenstelling en welzijn. Je beheert proactief de capaciteit, zorgt voor een gezonde balans tussen werkdruk en persoonlijke
ontwikkeling, en adviseert over de optimale inzet van je teamleden op de verschillende accounts.
Wie ben jij?
Als Team Manager ben je een echte ambassadeur van de kernwaarden en het gedrag van WPP Media. In deze rol uit zich dat als volgt:
door gerichte coaching en door kansen te creëren om nieuwe uitdagingen aan te gaan, in plaats van te micromanagen.
en hen de ruimte te geven hun projecten te leiden. Je biedt begeleiding en fungeert als klankbord, maar houdt hen
verantwoordelijk voor hun resultaten, waardoor een cultuur van verantwoordelijkheid ontstaat.
Leadership en onze specialistische hubs. Je begeleidt je team in hoe zij effectief kunnen navigeren binnen onze organisatie.
elkaar en de status quo binnen onze organisatie constructief uit te dagen. Je stelt de scherpe vragen die een plan van 'goed'
naar 'uitstekend' tillen en moedigt diverse perspectieven aan.
bureaudynamiek.
waarmee je een blijvende impact maakt op onze organisatie.
Wat bieden wij?
AI-trainingen.
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GROWE WELCOMES THOSE WHO ARE EXCITED TO: * Develop communication strategies that support talent acquisition goals; * Partner with Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding teams to strengthen candidate engagement throughout the hiring journey; * Ensure consistent messaging across all recruitment channels; * Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and content performance to identify new content opportunities and audience interests; * Support employer branding initiatives through content research, messaging development, and creative campaign ideation; * Build and maintain relationships with industry communities, partners, and professional networks; * Identify and coordinate participation in relevant networking opportunities; * Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and employer branding initiatives; * Develop and manage external podcast initiatives featuring company leaders, experts, and industry guests; * Create content themes, episode concepts, interview frameworks, and communication plans; * Coordinate production timelines and project coordination; * Review and quality-control all content assets before publication, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines, messaging, and quality standards; * Audit externally produced materials and provide feedback to contractors on visual identity, content quality, and brand consistency; * Curate and refine podcast content, identifying key insights, removing low-value segments, and improving audience relevance; * Lead communication planning for conferences, meetups, webinars, career fairs, and industry events; * Support executives and subject matter experts with speaking opportunities; * Draft executive messages, leadership updates, presentations, town hall content, and business announcements; * Translate complex business topics into clear and engaging communication materials; * Support change management communication initiatives; * Support communication initiatives related to company culture, values, employee recognition, and organizational milestones; * Create campaigns that strengthen employee connection and engagement; * Partner with People teams to support internal events and employee programs. WE NEED YOUR PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: * 5+ years of experience in corporate and recruitment communications, employer branding, internal communications, or related fields; * Proven experience managing both internal and external communication initiatives; * Experience supporting employer branding and recruitment marketing programs; * Experience creating executive-level communication materials; * Experience organizing events, webinars, podcasts, or content programs; * Experience in technology and iGaming environments; * Experience supporting senior leadership communications; * Knowledge of employer branding and talent attraction strategies. WE APPRECIATE IF YOU HAVE THOSE PERSONAL FEATURES: * Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; * Strong storytelling and content development abilities; * Strategic communication planning and project management skills; * Stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration; * Strong interviewing and content production capabilities. WE ARE SEEKING THOSE WHO ALIGN WITH OUR CORE VALUES: * GROWE TOGETHER: Our team is our main asset. We work together and support each other to achieve our common goals; * DRIVE RESULT OVER PROCESS: We set ambitious, clear, measurable goals in line with our strategy and driving Growe to success; * BE READY FOR CHANGE: We see challenges as opportunities to grow and evolve. We adapt today to win tomorrow.
JOIN OUR TEAM As Senior Retail Operations Manager, you will take full ownership of inventory planning and in-season steering for one of Westwing’s fastest-growing business areas: our Stores. Your mission is to build and run scalable processes to ensure optimal product availability while proactively identifying and managing inventory risks. This role sits at the heart of our Store expansion strategy and is a key driver of revenue growth. It offers a unique opportunity to build from the scratch and continuously refine structures and processes, leaving a visible footprint on how Westwing Stores scale and expand. This position is unlimited and based in Munich. WHAT YOU'LL DO * Forecast customer demand and define seasonal pre-order quantities, applying learnings from Store performance and past seasons, in close alignment with the central Demand Planning team to ensure availability for seasonal changes * Take full ownership of Store inventory and in-season steering to ensure optimal product availability based on sales performance, productivity, seasonality, and expected demand * Translate actual Store performance vs. expectations into concrete in-season actions together with Commercial and Central Demand Planning teams, including replenishment adjustments, replacement recommendations, and measures to mitigate availability risks or overstock * Ensure efficiency and accuracy across the end-to-end inventory and logistics flow by defining requirements, steering execution, aligning stakeholder and securing that the right quantities are delivered to the right Stores at the right time * Build and scale the above mentioned processes from the current status and act as a key driver of process excellence by implementing automation, analytical improvements, and scalable workflows to increase forecasting accuracy, inventory precision, and operational efficiency YOU COME WITH * 5+ years of experience in inventory management, demand planning, supply planning, or a related commercial role * Degree in Supply Chain, Retail Management, Business Analytics, Business Administration or a related field * Proven track record of building new processes, structures, or operating models in fast-growing or evolving business environments * Experience designing, implementing, and continuously improving forecasting models and optimise inventory levels * Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate data into clear actions * A structured, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership * Experience working cross-functionally with Commercial, Logistics & Supply Chain teams * Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel, SQL and BI Tools (e.g. Tableau) * Fluency in English and German with ability to communicate with international colleagues WHY WESTWING If you are looking for a place where ambition meets creativity, where ideas turn into impact fast, and where people are trusted to grow - you have found it. At Westwing, we’re building the Superbrand in Design with a team that’s shaping the future of beautiful home & living. Here is what you can look forward to: * A high-performance culture built on trust, feedback and collaboration * An inspiring, international environment that empowers you to think big, take ownership, and grow beyond your comfort zone * A flexible hybrid setup with ideally 3 office days per week - because strong connections and quick collaboration make great ideas happen * Work-from-anywhere opportunities for up to 4 weeks per year - as fresh perspectives spark bold ideas * 30 days of paid holiday to rest, recharge, and come back ready to create * A beautiful, centrally located, dog-friendly office with inspiring spaces, a sunny terrace, and good food - designed for moments that energise and connect * Exclusive discounts - 40% off Westwing Collection, 20% off third-party brands (each on non-reduced items), 10% Family & Friends discount, plus special-occasion vouchers * Wellbeing support through mental health resources, sports memberships, and preventive care * Sustainable mobility options with discounted public transport and JobRad - moving with purpose and care for the planet * Support for working parents, including our on-site Westwing Wichtel daycare and a partnership with multilingual provider Elly & Stoffl * One annual Social Impact Day to give back to a cause you care about - because being human is our true superpower * Team rituals that celebrate results and togetherness - from Summer & Winter Parties to Oktoberfest ABOUT US Westwing, Europe’s #1 in Beautiful Living e-commerce, is present in 20+ European countries and achieved a GMV (Gross Merchandise Volume) of EUR 497 million in 2024. As Europe’s premium one-stop destination for Design Lovers, it offers a unique brand experience with a carefully curated assortment of the Westwing Collection and 3rd party design brands. The integrated platform combines Shop, Daily Specials, Stores, the B2B Service (Westwing Business) and the Westwing Design Service. Westwing’s team works together on its shared purpose to “Excite people to create homes that unlock the full beauty of life”. Founded in 2011, Westwing is headquartered in Munich and went public on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in October 2018. Our team is a diverse group of professionals aiming for high performance, working together at a fast pace in an inspiring, international and informal environment that enables you to grow your career while working with a brand and products our customers love. We’re made up of passionate people who are creative enough to disrupt the status quo, brave enough to fail and smart enough to win. So come, be part of the “wow, you work at Westwing?” crowd. Diversity is deeply rooted in our culture. Our mission doesn’t stop to inspire only your design choices, it continues to embrace an inclusive lifestyle filled with respect to everyone’s uniqueness, cultural differences and equal opportunity. DEPARTMENT Stores
Our Strategy and Planning team, part of our broader Sales Operations team, strives to help our Sales organization go faster and grow faster. This function acts as business partners to our Senior Sales Leaders. You have an opportunity to embed yourself as the “COO” of the Enterprise business, and your responsibilities will range across a variety of strategic initiatives including analyzing inefficient business rules, piloting new sales roles, optimizing for obstacles in the sales process, and analyzing sales data to come up with meaningful business insights. We are seeking a Manager of Sales Strategy & Planning to run our AMER (West) region alongside our AI GTM strategy. This role will contain a direct report and will shape how our future organization becomes more productive, scalable, and AI-enabled—by defining high-impact use cases, driving cross-functional programs, and ensuring successful adoption of new capabilities. We are looking to speak to candidates who are based in San Francisco, CA for our hybrid working model. THE OPPORTUNITY As an AMER Strategy and Planning Manager, you will: * Help drive the analytical rhythm of our business including quarterly business reviews, org deep dives * Organize and execute on the strategy of our AI GTM team - building the next wave of MongoDB customers * Partner with Senior Sales leadership to drive market + segment specific analyses to uncover insight and provide recommendations * Conceptualize and pilot new programs to test the effectiveness of various sales roles / comp plans * Participate in quarterly and annual business planning for the Sales teams THE IDEAL CANDIDATE * Education: Bachelor’s Degree with a quantitative focus (Economics, Finance, Computer Science, Mathematics, etc.) * Experience: 5+ years of work experience in either Sales Strategy / Consulting / Sales Operations / Analytics * Management: Experience managing a team or supervising a direct report * Technical Aptitude: Strong proficiency in SQL, AI tooling, and data visualization * Analytical Mindset: Proven experience working with large datasets to conduct analysis, identify data trends or issues, and quantify business impact * Problem Solving: A proactive approach to navigating ambiguity, with the ability to help distill high-level business needs into structured, actionable tools * Communication: Ability to communicate technical findings clearly and efficiently to non-technical, cross-functional partners ABOUT MONGODB MongoDB is built for change, empowering our customers and our people to innovate at the speed of the market. We have redefined the data platform for the AI era, enabling builders to create, transform, and disrupt industries with software. MongoDB’s unified data platform, the most widely available, globally distributed data platform on the market, helps organizations modernize legacy workloads, embrace innovation, and unleash AI. Our cloud-native platform, MongoDB Atlas, is the only globally distributed, multi-cloud data platform and is available across AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure. With offices worldwide and over 67,000 customers, including 75% of the Fortune 100 and AI-native startups, relying on MongoDB for their most important applications, we’re powering the next era of software. Our compass at MongoDB is our Leadership Commitment, guiding how and why we make decisions, show up for each other, and win. It’s what makes us MongoDB. To drive the personal growth and business impact of our employees, we’re committed to developing a supportive and enriching culture for everyone. From employee affinity groups, to fertility assistance and a generous parental leave policy, we value our employees’ wellbeing and want to support them along every step of their professional and personal journeys. Learn more about what it’s like to work at MongoDB, and help us make an impact on the world! MongoDB is committed to providing any necessary accommodations for individuals with disabilities within our application and interview process. To request an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter. MongoDB, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and makes all hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Req ID: 2273488862 MongoDB’s base salary range for this role is posted below. Compensation at the time of offer is unique to each candidate and based on a variety of factors such as skill set, experience, qualifications, and work location. Salary is one part of MongoDB’s total compensation and benefits package. Other benefits for eligible employees may include: equity, participation in the employee stock purchase program, flexible paid time off, 20 weeks fully-paid gender-neutral parental leave, fertility and adoption assistance, 401(k) plan, mental health counseling, access to transgender-inclusive health insurance coverage, and health benefits offerings. Please note, the base salary range listed below and the benefits in this paragraph are only applicable to U.S.-based candidates. MongoDB’s base salary range for this role in the U.S. is: $98,000—$193,000 USD