We are looking for a Media Buyer to join a team in Shelton, Connecticut on a Long-term Contract basis. This position is ideal for someone who can manage complex advertising placements, evaluate opportunities with a strategic lens, and strengthen partnerships across media vendors and account teams. The role focuses on building effective media strategies, monitoring campaign performance, and ensuring every placement is executed accurately to support client goals.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct media purchasing activity from initial opportunity review through negotiation, placement, and ongoing performance refinement across multiple campaigns and broadcast partners.<br>• Build productive relationships with station and network contacts to expand available inventory, improve collaboration, and uncover options aligned with campaign objectives.<br>• Assess media opportunities by using industry research platforms and audience data to support informed planning and buying decisions.<br>• Create media plans, presentation materials, test frameworks, and growth recommendations while guiding weekly adjustments to improve results.<br>• Partner closely with account teams to review campaign outcomes, identify efficiency gains, and recommend tactical changes based on performance insights.<br>• Advise clients and stakeholders on market developments, emerging media trends, and the potential effect on campaign KPIs.<br>• Apply strong knowledge of linear buying principles, pricing models, audience delivery metrics, reach and frequency analysis, attribution methods, and creative testing approaches.<br>• Maintain strict accuracy across orders and campaign details, confirming spots run as scheduled and pursuing make-goods or credits when delivery issues arise.<br>• Manage a high volume of vendor agreements and ensure all required documentation is completed and approved in a timely manner.
<p> <strong>Operations Manager – Manufacturing</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Milford, CT </p><p><strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-Time | Permanent | Onsite </p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $95,000–$115,000 annually (depending on experience!)</p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong> Comprehensive benefits package offered</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>We are seeking a hands-on Operations/Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations at our client’s Milford facility. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and enjoys working alongside their team to drive efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a strong people leader with manufacturing expertise who is comfortable managing production, coaching employees, solving operational challenges, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the day-to-day operations of a manufacturing production department, ensuring production schedules, quality standards, and customer deadlines are consistently met.</li><li>Lead, coach, and develop a production team of 15+ employees while fostering a positive, accountable work environment.</li><li>Maintain an active presence on the production floor, providing hands-on leadership and operational support.</li><li>Monitor manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, quality, and cost effectiveness.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, environmental requirements, and applicable industry standards.</li><li>Coordinate equipment inspections and maintenance needs to minimize downtime and maximize production efficiency.</li><li>Oversee employee onboarding and training, ensuring team members are properly trained on processes, equipment, and best practices.</li><li>Manage inventory levels and coordinate the purchasing of production materials and operational supplies.</li><li>Support the development and implementation of manufacturing processes for new products and ensure appropriate tooling and production methods are established.</li><li>Partner with Quality, Engineering and other internal teams</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum of 2 years of production or manufacturing management or leadership experience.</li><li>Hands-on management style with the ability to work directly on the production floor.</li><li>Strong leadership, communication, and employee development skills.</li><li>Mechanical aptitude and technical problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Experience improving manufacturing processes and driving operational efficiency.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.</li><li>Experience with quality systems, regulatory compliance, or manufacturing audits is a plus.</li></ul><p><strong>Schedule</strong></p><ul><li>Full-time, onsite position based in Milford.</li><li>Flexibility to work occasional Saturdays as business needs require.</li></ul><p>Please apply to Daniele.Zavarella@roberthalf(com)!</p>