(Junior) Growth & Activation Manager

The Quality Group

Start: As soon as possible | Level: Junior | Location: Germany (Remote) | Working hours: Full-time (40 hours/week) As a Media & Shopper Activation Manager – Core Markets International, you will be responsible for planning and executing retail media and shopper activation initiatives that ensure a strong brand presence at the point of sale. You already have experience in Trade Marketing, Shopper Marketing or Retail Media and are excited to help drive the growth of ESN & More Nutrition? Then we'd love to hear from you – become part of our team! YOUR MISSION * Plan, coordinate and execute retail media activities across our core markets (Netherlands, Switzerland and Italy) * Brief, manage and ensure the quality of design assets and shopper marketing content * Develop and implement point-of-sale (POS) campaigns, customer-specific activations and strategic partnerships * Roll out and implement displays, POS materials and placement concepts across all relevant markets * Create and continuously improve guidelines and best practices to ensure a consistent brand appearance * Manage and coordinate external agencies, retail marketing departments and additional service providers * Support budget planning and take ownership of allocated budgets * Report directly to the Media & Shopper Strategy Manager – International within the Media & Shopper Marketing Team YOUR EXPERIENCE & SKILLS * Bachelor's degree, preferably in Marketing, Media, Business or a related field * 2–3 years of professional experience in Trade Marketing, Shopper Marketing, Retail Media or Brand Activation * Experience within the FMCG industry and a strong understanding of the retail landscape in the Netherlands, Italy and/or Switzerland * Proven experience in developing, planning and executing activation and media initiatives * Strong project management skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple stakeholders and international markets * Experience managing external agencies and service providers * Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable working with KPIs, reporting tools and international processes * A proactive team player with a hands-on mentality, excellent communication and coordination skills * Creative and strategic mindset combined with a structured, independent and solution-oriented way of working * Fluent English is required. In addition, you are professionally proficient in Italian, Dutch or French * Willingness to travel 1–2 times per month WHY JOIN US? At The Quality Group, more than 1,200 people share one common mission: rethinking nutrition to make it healthier, smarter and more valuable for our community. We believe in teamwork, ownership and the courage to challenge the status quo. Every contribution matters—regardless of your role or location. Depending on your location, you can expect a variety of benefits, including: * Attractive employee discounts on ESN & More Nutrition products * Flexible working hours and remote work opportunities * Mobility and fitness subsidies (e.g. Wellpass, Germany Ticket) * Company pension scheme * Workation opportunities and much more Throughout the recruitment process, you'll learn more about the specific benefits available at your location and what it means to be part of TQG—a company driven by passion, quality and the ambition to shape the future of nutrition. ABOUT US The Quality Group (TQG) is a leading innovator in sports nutrition and has united the successful brands ESN and More Nutrition since 2021. Founded in 2004, ESN is Germany's market leader in sports nutrition, offering products such as protein powders, bars and supplements designed for ambitious fitness goals. Founded in 2017, More Nutrition focuses on healthier, reduced-sugar nutrition products, providing smart solutions for conscious eating and weight management—without compromise. Our vision is to empower people to become the best version of themselves. Through innovation, passion and premium-quality products, we help improve health, performance and overall well-being. With an agile company culture and exciting career opportunities, TQG is a strong partner for both our customers and our employees. This is us – The Quality Group. Nice to meet you. Now it's your turn! We look forward to your application! At TQG, we value diversity and equal opportunities. Regardless of your gender, age, background or identity, what matters most is who you are and what you bring to the team. Join us and grow with us.

Adsquare

INTRO Adsquare's mission is centered on: * Passion: Solving complex challenges with exceptional people, technology, and data. * Niche: Specializing in Location Intelligence for Programmatic Advertisers. Our work is guided by our core values, and we look for candidates who embody them: * Drive: Turning ambition into action that brings valuable outcomes. * Resilience: Adapting, persevering, and growing stronger through challenges. * No BS: Upholding honesty, transparency, and clear communication. * Humble: Valuing modesty and letting results speak for themselves. * Moral Compass: Acting with fairness, integrity, and respect. YOUR MISSION You are a passionate and eager-to-learn Operations professional, who thrives in fast-paced environments and loves to support a company undergoing huge growth.  You are highly-organised, have strong communication skills and always looking for ways to improve processes and learn how to grow relationships with your partners.  You have a global mindset and are passionate about diversity and change, as well as working in cross-functional teams, together with product, operations, engineering and business development.  You have a strong interest in learning how to manage technical partnerships and translating company objectives into deliverable projects and streamlined operations.  Is that you? Then come and join us in this amazing growth journey and become part of the team! We are looking for a (Junior) Technical Account Manager (f/m/d).  YOUR PROFILE *  You have 0-1+ years of experience (or internships) in a technical client or partner-facing role - interest or initial exposure to digital advertising technology is a major advantage  * You have excellent organisational skills and the ability to multitask effectively  * You are a results-oriented problem solver, with a pragmatic approach and a high level of attention to detail  * You have excellent communication skills - particularly when explaining technical concepts clearly  * You are tech-savvy, with a strong curiosity and passion for understanding technical products and systems  * You are analytical and enjoy digging into data with your tool of choice e.g. Tableau, Excel, Google sheets  * Basic familiarity or a desire to learn Python, databases, web technologies and API’s will be a distinct advantage  * You are a team player and enjoy working with a lot of different people while being independent and reliable  * Fluent in English; German or another European language is an advantage WHAT YOU WILL DO * Support the maintenance of our existing integrations and provide first-level technical guidance and support to our partners  * Investigate and troubleshoot technical issues, working closely with our Engineers and ensuring that relevant stakeholders are kept up-to-date  * Set up and manage monitors, dashboards and reports to drive efficiency and proactively identify issues  * Assist partners in building automated processes for reporting, data activation and data transfer  * Analyse and optimise integrations, identifying improvements and collaborating with senior team members to manage updates with stakeholders  * Maintain technical documentation and specifications for integrations with adsquare’s platform  * Support the billing process, consolidating reports, analysing and resolving any discrepancies  * Work closely with our Data and Platform Partnerships teams to execute our integration roadmap  WHY US? * Hybrid work model + remote work from anywhere worldwide up to 3 months/year * Individual yearly learning budget of 1,200€ * 30 vacation days per year * Urban Sports Club membership * Company pension scheme * Regular team and company events * Latest hardware and all tools you need to thrive SALARY RANGE (ANNUAL ON-TARGET EARNINGS) 40,000 - 50,000 € RECRUITING PROCESS Our hiring process is transparent, focused, and respectful of your time: * 30 min Intro & Values Conversation  * 45 min Technical Interview  * Take at home task 48 h window * 30 min Final Step – Team meeting followed by decision and offer WORK MODEL Hybrid DESIRED START DATE As soon as possible

WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.  We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.    We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.   Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.    For more information, visit WPP.com.   MEDIA PLANNING MANAGER ROLE OVERVIEW As a Media Planning Manager, you will manage integrated media and communications planning for a key global client, covering both digital and offline channels. This role requires balancing strategic thinking with operational execution—translating business objectives into full-funnel media strategies and actionable plans. While the account has a strong digital focus, offline channels such as TV, OOH, and print remain critical, requiring a planner who can develop cohesive cross-channel recommendations. You will work closely with senior client stakeholders, internal /external activation teams, creative partners, and external media vendors to ensure campaigns are strategically aligned, effectively executed, and continuously optimized. This role also includes project leadership responsibilities and mentoring junior team members. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INTEGRATED MEDIA STRATEGY & PLANNING * Work with directors and develop comprehensive, insight-driven media strategies aligned with client marketing and business goals. * Define channel roles, budget allocation, audience targeting, and campaign phasing across digital and offline media. * Ensure integration between brand-building and performance-driven channels * Apply audience research, competitive analysis, and historical performance data to strengthen planning recommendations. CAMPAIGN PLANNING, EXECUTION & OPTIMIZATION * Translate strategy into detailed media plans, flowcharts, timelines, and budget trackers. * Partner with digital activation teams, TV buyers, and media vendors to ensure accurate implementation. * Monitor campaign pacing, delivery, and performance against KPIs. * Identify optimization opportunities and recommend adjustments based on real-time performance and insights. CLIENT MANAGEMENT & COMMUNICATION * Serve as a primary day-to-day contact for client stakeholders, ensuring clear and proactive communication. * Present media strategies, plans, and performance reports confidently in both Japanese and English. * Understand the client’s category, business priorities, and competitive landscape to provide relevant recommendations. * Support senior leadership in strategic discussions and annual planning. DATA ANALYSIS & REPORTING * Analyze campaign performance across channels and translate findings into actionable insights. * Prepare campaign reports and post-campaign analyses. * Use data to inform future planning, budget allocation, and performance forecasting. * Ensure planning recommendations are grounded in measurable outcomes. PROJECT & TEAM MANAGEMENT * Lead planning projects from briefing through execution and reporting. * Manage timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination. * Oversee workload allocation and support development of junior team members. * Ensure accuracy and quality of planning outputs. CROSS-FUNCTIONAL & EXTERNAL COLLABORATION * Work closely with internal teams (Digital Activation, Analytics, Strategy, Creative, Investment). * Coordinate with external partners, including media owners, creative agencies, and production teams. * Contribute to internal knowledge sharing on media trends, tools, and best practices. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE First 3 months * Gain a strong understanding of the client’s business, target audiences, and media ecosystem. * Support plan development and begin contributing strategic recommendations. * Establish working relationships with internal teams and client stakeholders. Within 6 months * Independently lead planning for selected campaigns or projects. * Present plans and performance updates directly to clients. * Provide informed recommendations based on media trends and performance insights. Within 12 months * Lead annual planning and campaign reviews. * Deliver data-driven strategic recommendations for future campaigns. * Act as a trusted planning lead for the client and internal teams. REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE * 5+ years of experience in media planning or communications planning within an agency environment. * Strong knowledge of both digital media (programmatic, paid social, search, video, display) and offline media (TV, OOH, print, radio). * Experience managing integrated campaigns and coordinating multiple stakeholders. * Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, budget tracking). * Excellent presentation and communication skills in Japanese and English. * Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. * Experience mentoring junior staff or leading projects preferred. TYPICAL SCOPE OF AUTHORITY * Own planning workstreams for key campaigns. * Recommend channel strategy and budget allocation. * Present directly to mid- to senior-level client stakeholders. * Provide guidance to planners and executives. #LI-DNP We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. PLEASE READ OUR PRIVACY NOTICE (HTTPS://WWW.WPP.COM/EN/CAREERS/WPP-PRIVACY-POLICY-FOR-RECRUITMENT) FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW WE PROCESS THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE.