Media Enablement Manager, Strategic Investment ...

At T-Mobile, we invest in YOU Our Total Rewards Package ensures that employees get the same big love we give our customers. All team members receive a competitive base salary and compensation package - this is Total Rewards. Employees enjoy multiple wealth-building opportunities through our annual stock grant, employee stock purchase plan, 401(k), and access to free, year-round money coaches. That's how we're UNSTOPPABLE for our employeesJob OverviewT-Mobile is seeking a strategic minded individual with a partnerships and media investment background to lead the strategic investment pillar of the Media Enablement team. This role serves as a critical link between media investment strategy and execution, working closely with internal teams and external media partners to ensure that strategic partnerships are aligned with T-Mobile's business goals.The ideal candidate is a strategic problem solver and operational leader who excels at managing complex cross-functional initiatives and optimizing partner relationships. You'll be responsible for driving the development, execution, and accountability of Joint Business Plans (JBPs) with media partners, ensuring seamless coordination across internal partners and increasing value on T-Mobile's media investments.This is a high-impact role for someone passionate about building scalable investment frameworks, managing external partner engagements, and enabling best-in-class media performance across the enterprise. This position must be located in Bellevue, WA. This is not a remote role. This is a hybrid environment requiring at least 3 days a week in office.Job Responsibilities:Lead Strategic Media Partnerships: Act as the primary liaison between T-Mobile and key media partners to co-develop and implement Joint Business Plans that drive mutual business valueInvestment Roadmap Management: Create and maintain comprehensive investment roadmaps that align with strategic priorities across business units, ensuring coordination across all media channelsMarketplace Management: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop forward looking perspectives on marketplace dynamics to shape the overarching investment strategyProgram Management & Governance: Oversee the full lifecycle of partner investment programs-including planning, timeline tracking, partner alignment, and risk mitigationPerformance Tracking & Reporting: Define and manage robust reporting frameworks to evaluate partner performance, ensuring clear accountability against achievements and critical metricsStakeholder Collaboration: Partner closely with Communications Planning, Media Strategy, and In-House Channel Leads to synchronize investment activity across the enterpriseData-Driven Optimization: Use performance data, partner insights, and marketplace intelligence to inform media investment decisions and adjust plans as neededEducation and Work Experience:Bachelor's Degree Marketing, Business or Related Field6+ years of experience in media partnerships, investment strategy, vendor management, or a related fieldDeep understanding of the media landscape, including digital, TV, and audio channels, as well as industry trendsProven ability to manage large-scale, cross-functional programs with multiple team membersStrong organizational and program management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple prioritiesExcellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building capabilitiesProficiency with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Smartsheet) and team member coordination platformsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Experience in portfolio or program management within a media, advertising, or marketing environmentFamiliarity with ad tech stacks, data integrations, and measurement frameworksBackground in strategic consulting,

Created: 2025-12-15