Digital Manager

Why is this an exciting opportunityAt Zenith, we are a connected team with purpose. We are driven to create new perspectives through modern media. We believe marketing is a powerful investment that can build, grow brands, and increase business profitability. So, we unlock opportunities for growth by placing consumer behaviour, attitudes, and insights at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on delivering return on investment, imagination, and insight. Central to this vision is the knowledge that we are only as good as our people. To grow our clients' business, we need to attract, retain, develop, and grow the brightest talent in the industry. We know it is not the sum of one, but the sum of all of us that make us great. Our behaviours are: Be Bold, Be Kind, Be Better Together. We’re determined to eradicate any barriers that prevent our people from achieving their fullest potential:We offer progressive flexible working options to everyone at all levels – It’s not a policy. It’s behaviour led and reinforced through our values.Mental health & wellbeing is something we consider a priority – It’s championed by our own people internally and is a regular conversation.We have a lot of fun – we’re constantly looking at reinventing how we’re connecting with each otherAbout the roleZenith Melbourne is looking for a Digital Manager ready to take the next step in their Digital Media career. You'll join a high-performing team working with an ambitious, iconic FMCG brand on its digital evolution - where your expertise will shape consumer connections, optimise media investment, and accelerate data-driven marketing.This role offers true variety as you combine implementation planning, hands-on activation, and cross-functional collaboration. From managing campaigns across social and programmatic channels to influencing digital planning, working closely with local Planning and Strategy Specialists and offshore hubs to deliver best-in-class digital solutions.We’re looking for someone who thrives on complex challenges, loves streamlining workflows, and enjoys being a trusted partner to internal teams, stakeholders, and clients. You’ll bring new ideas to life, improve processes, and elevate campaign performance.This is a pivotal role for a collaborative person, who can lean into being a subject matter expert in all things Digital Media or who has an appetite for AdOps and process/project management. You will have the opportunity to build on your team management skills and be a valued member of a diverse and talented agency that supports your on-going growth and career development.What you will do with usThis role is designed to deliver across three core pillars:Strategic Contribution - You’ll support the planning team with digital channel recommendations, helping shape quarterly plans that align with business goals. Your insights will influence platform selection, audience targeting, and campaign strategy across multiple product segments.Campaign Activation - You’ll take ownership of activating campaigns across biddable channels—particularly Pinterest, Snapchat, Reddit, and programmatic platforms like The Trade Desk and Vistar. You’ll ensure campaigns are executed flawlessly, with strong attention to detail and performance optimisation.Team & Hub Management - You’ll manage workflows across offshore hubs (Malaysia for social, India for Google), coordinate with PGD for asset delivery, and potentially lead a direct report. Your ability to communicate clearly and manage processes will be key to keeping everything running smoothly.Key ResponsibilitiesActivate and optimise campaigns across social and programmatic platforms.Collaborate with planning teams to provide digital recommendations and strategic input.Manage offshore hub workflows and coordinate with PGD for campaign delivery.Ensure best practices in trafficking, taxonomy, UTMs, and campaign setup.Support reporting, forecasting, and budget tracking with precision.Contribute to quarterly planning cycles across snacking and pet nutrition segments.Potentially manage a direct report and offshore resources.Be a conduit between local and offshore teams, ensuring seamless execution.What you will bring3+ years' experience in social media (Pinterest, Snapchat, Reddit) and/or programmatic (The Trade Desk, Vistar) platforms (ideally exposure across both channels, though this is not a dealbreaker).Strong understanding of digital media planning, forecasting, and presenting recommendations.In-platform activation experience across biddable channels.Solid foundation in AdOps, including trafficking, taxonomy, and campaign setup.Exposure to audience targeting and data strategy.Familiarity with paid search and YouTube campaign management.Exceptional communication and stakeholder management.Highly organised, with a knack for managing multiple workflows.Collaborative mindset with a passion for process improvement and team development.Adaptable and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.What you’re looking forA supportive and collaborative culture.Clients who are encourage innovative thinking and are open to be challenged.The opportunity to join and growth within a high achieving team, working across one of the biggest advertisers/brands in the world.Ambition to fulfil your career goals in a business large enough to accommodate them - we have one of the top mobility programs GLOBALLY!What we can offer you!Be a part of the Publicis Groupe family, recent winner of the Employer of Choice Awards and one of the world’s most progressive and dynamic modern communications businesses. You can learn more about us at www.publicisgroupeanz.com.Enjoy all the benefits that come with our network offering:A comprehensive Wholeself program supporting Physical, Mindful and Financial wellbeing.A creative, lively and rewarding office environment where people love working with each other, supported by our Publicis Liberté flexibility approach “working your way, with us!”Access to our Global AI Platform, Marcel, connecting Publicis Groupe employees with opportunities for career mobility and collaboration across our global network.Extensive Learning & Development opportunities, including more than 15,000 learning programs via our online learning platform Marcel Classes.A culture of open feedback and support to reach your goals through our Career Conversations program.A committed Diversity, Equality and Inclusion strategy driven through our Viva! Women, Égalité, enABLE, EmbRACE and Ecologique committees.Leave benefits including Birthday Leave, Flexible Public Holidays, and an additional 5 days of leave (after 2 years of service).Work Your World program enabling employees the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world for up to 6 weeks per year.Parental leave policy with up to 18 weeks (based on tenure) paid primary carer leave, secondary carer swap and Cub Care leave.Access to counsellors, psychologists and professionals through Sonder - an all-in-on digital wellbeing technology platform designed to support psychological, medical & safety needs.Proud partners of Diversity Council Australia, Pride in Diversity, Family Friendly Workplaces, Supply Nation and the Australian Disability Network. If you don’t tick every box in this ad, please don’t rule yourself out. Research suggests that women and other people in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. We focus on hiring people who share our values of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, fearlessness, and integrity, rather than ticking boxes – so if this role resonates with you, please apply.Diversity. Inclusion. Equity. More than just words, these are part of our DNA. At Publicis Groupe we are committed to the inclusion and recognition of all people; regardless of race, age, culture, ability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status and religious affiliation. We believe that to deliver the best solutions to our clients, our people need to reflect the diverse communities in which our clients operate in. We value diversity and the skills, knowledge and experience that difference brings to our culture and solutions. Uniqueness is powerful; without it we wouldn’t be where we are today. So be you – we like it that way. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for people with disability or those that require additional support throughout the application process. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact us via recruitment@publicisgroupe.com - your personal information will be kept confidential.