Senior Media buyer

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and results-driven Senior Media Buyer to join our growing marketing agency in the UAE. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in media planning and buying, with a proven ability to execute high-performing campaigns across digital channels. You will play a key role in maximizing ROI, optimizing campaign performance, and delivering measurable results for our clients.

Key Responsibilities

Media Strategy & Planning

• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to define campaign objectives, target audiences, and KPIs

• Develop integrated media plans aligned with business goals and budgets

• Conduct market research to identify the most effective media channels

Media Buying & Negotiation

• Execute and manage media buys across digital and traditional platforms

• Negotiate with vendors to secure competitive rates and added value

• Build and maintain strong relationships with publishers, networks, and platforms

Campaign Management & Optimization

• Monitor campaigns in real time to ensure performance targets are met

• Optimize strategies and budgets based on performance insights

• Work closely with digital teams across PPC, display, social, and programmatic

Budget Management

• Allocate, track, and optimize media spend to maximize ROI

• Prepare detailed financial and performance reports

• Coordinate with finance teams on invoicing and payments

Reporting & Analytics

• Deliver comprehensive reports with actionable insights

• Analyze KPIs such as CPM, CPC, CTR, and conversions

• Present results and strategic recommendations to clients

Market Research & Insights

• Stay updated on media trends, emerging platforms, and audience behavior

• Conduct competitor analysis to identify new opportunities

• Recommend innovative media strategies to keep clients ahead

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or related field

• 2–5 years of experience in media buying (agency experience preferred)

• Proven experience managing multi-channel campaigns

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of UAE/local media landscape and pricing

• Proficiency in Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, Linked

In Ads, and analytics tools

• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills

• Strong analytical mindset with performance optimization experience

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills

• Fluency in Arabic (English is a plus)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with programmatic advertising

• Background in industries such as luxury, healthcare/clinics, real estate, or hospitality

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: AED7,000.00 - AED10,000.00 per month

Experience:

• Performance marketing: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• Arabic (Required)

Location:

• Jebel Ali (Preferred)

Work Location: In person