Project Manager, Media Operation - Havas Media Network …, Mississauga

Job Title: Project Manager, Media Operations (Media Ocean) Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Leave Cover) Location: Toronto, ON Havas Media is seeking an experienced Project Manager, Media Operations to lead the integration and onboarding of business entity into Media Ocean. This is a project-focused role centered on platform migration, team training, and process standardization. You will be the primary driver ensuring teams are fully operational, confident, and compliant within Media Ocean (Prisma/Spectra) by the end of the contract period. Experience with Media Ocean Prisma and/or Spectra is required for this role! KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Platform Integration & Migration - Lead end-to-end onboarding of the incoming business entity onto Media Ocean (Prisma and/or Spectra) - Partner with internal systems, finance, and operations teams to configure client hierarchies, product codes, and vendor setups - Develop and manage the integration project plan, timelines, and milestones - Coordinate with Media Ocean support and internal tech teams on system configuration and data migration requirements - Ensure proper mapping of legacy workflows to Media Ocean standards Training & Capability Building - Create user guides, quick-reference materials, and SOPs tailored to Havas workflows - Conduct hands-on training sessions (virtual and in-person) - Establish a feedback loop to identify knowledge gaps and adjust training accordingly - Serve as the go-to platform SME during the transition period Process Standardization & Governance - Document and implement consistent workflows aligned with Havas Media operational standards - Define and enforce data entry standards to ensure reporting accuracy and financial integrity - Collaborate with Finance to ensure billing and reconciliation processes are understood and adopted Stakeholder Management - Act as the central point of contact between the incoming business entity, Havas operations, and finance teams - Provide regular status updates to leadership on onboarding progress, risks, and milestones - Direct change management communications to ensure smooth adoption REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: Media Ocean Expertise - 3+ years hands-on experience with Media Ocean Prisma and/or Spectra - Strong understanding of: - Client/product hierarchy setup and maintenance - Familiarity with Media Ocean integrations (DSPs, ad servers, publisher systems) is a plus Project Management - Proven experience managing platform migrations, system integrations, or operational transformation projects - Solid organizational skills; able to manage multiple workstreams and stakeholders simultaneously Training & Communication - Excellent communication skills - able to translate complex system processes into clear, actionable guidance - Confident presenting to groups ranging from junior buyers to senior leadership General - Background in media agency operations, finance, or systems - Understanding of the end-to-end media workflow: planning → buying → trafficking → billing → reconciliation - Detail-oriented with a focus on data accuracy and process compliance WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE FOR THIS ROLE: By the end of this contract, you will have: - Fully onboarded business entity’s teams onto Media Ocean with documented, standardized workflows - Delivered comprehensive training resulting in team self-sufficiency on the platform - Identified and resolved integration issues with minimal disruption to operations ABOUT HAVAS MEDIA GROUP: Havas Media Group is one of the world's largest media networks, part of Vivendi. We are committed to making a meaningful difference to brands, businesses, and people through the power of media. This role represents an active vacancy at Havas. You will be joining a collaborative, growth-oriented environment where ideas are encouraged and career development is supported. The base salary range for this position is CAD $70,000 to $85,000, with final compensation determined based on factors such as work location, skills, experience, and background. Havas uses artificial intelligence-enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process. All hiring decisions are made by our recruiting and hiring teams. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2oyt1s