Performance Manager

Publicis Groupe; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wholeself program

Publicis Liberté flexibility

Marcel access

Learning platform Marcel Classes

Career Conversations

Diversity & Inclusion programs

Birthday leave

Job summary

Publicis Groupe’s PMX unit is seeking a Performance Manager to lead programmatic advertising and digital strategy for clients across Australia and New Zealand. You’ll work with the Programmatic Director and cross-functional teams to execute campaigns, champion APEX products, and drive business growth.

You’ll manage end-to-end delivery from briefs to reporting, while leveraging Salesforce and other tools to optimise performance and deliver measurable client value.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years’ experience in digital media or programmatic solutions.
• Proven track record developing and executing digital strategies.
• Experience delivering against targets and driving revenue growth.
• Strong knowledge of the digital landscape and client-facing confidence.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for programmatically traded campaigns and oversee end-to-end delivery.
• Develop APEX-aligned proposals and digital strategies in response to briefs.
• Manage campaign execution, ensuring alignment with client objectives and KPIs.
• Collaborate with planning, analytics and technology teams for seamless delivery.
• Drive digital growth, operational efficiency and product adoption across ANZ and with partners.

Skills

Digital media

Programmatic solutions

Client management

Salesforce

DV360

TTD

Yahoo

Tools

Salesforce

DV360

TTD

Yahoo

Job description

PMX is the central investment practice for Publicis Media. We’re responsible for the smart application of investment by leveraging scale, marketplace innovation, deeper partnerships, and intelligence.

We are a dedicated, passionate and expanding team focused on delivering growth by educating and driving the adoption of Publicis Groupe solutions, including:

• Precision – delivering holistic programmatic value to clients and acting as the guardian of programmatic solutions. These are dedicated to the advancement and increased adoption of technology and data to drive client effectiveness and media efficiency.
• APEX – an innovative and disruptive investment solution designed to create unique opportunities that deliver tangible business benefits.
• Partnerships – developed both regionally and locally with selected key vendors to provide unique, innovative and ultimately functional benefits for our clients. We structure our partnerships to promote true collaboration and best-in-class work across our agencies.

About APEX

APEX is a dynamic and forward-thinking team within PMX, specialising in driving impactful digital strategies and growth across a wide range of clients and agencies.

As APEX continues to evolve in the ever-changing digital landscape, we’re looking for a Performance Manager to help deliver our digital engagement strategy and execution across the Groupe.

This role will be pivotal in driving growth for APEX and delivering successful output across the Groupe. You’ll act as a strategic partner to clients and agencies, navigating the complexities of the digital world while delivering measurable results.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the pressures faced by clients and agencies in a fast-paced digital environment, with the ability to leverage this understanding to successfully engage audiences, foster long-term relationships and grow APEX’s digital portfolio.

The Opportunity

As Performance Manager, you’ll work closely with the Programmatic Director and cross-functional teams to execute programmatic campaigns, champion APEX’s products and services, and contribute to business growth.

You’ll be responsible for managing the end-to-end delivery of digital and programmatic opportunities, from responding to briefs and developing strategic proposals through to campaign execution, reporting and optimisation.

This is a role for someone who combines strong digital and programmatic expertise with excellent client management and commercial acumen.

What you’ll do

• Serve as the primary point of contact for programmatically traded campaigns.
• Develop compelling APEX-aligned proposals and digital strategies in response to client briefs.
• Manage and oversee digital campaign execution, ensuring alignment with client objectives and KPIs.
• Work closely with planning, analytics and technology teams to ensure seamless campaign delivery.
• Drive digital growth, operational efficiency and product adoption across Australia, New Zealand and with Epsilon.

Client & Relationship Management

• Build strong relationships with clients and agency teams, understanding their business needs and identifying opportunities for APEX.
• Act as a trusted advisor, providing strategic recommendations to maximise digital opportunities.
• Manage the end-to-end delivery of digital and programmatic opportunities.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities to grow APEX’s digital portfolio.
• Collaborate across the Groupe to deliver data-driven solutions tailored to client objectives.

Operational Excellence

• Work closely with the APEX Operations team to ensure campaigns and operational milestones are delivered accurately and on time.
• Prioritise adherence to established workflows and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in Salesforce and the Digital Tracker.
• Advocate for and drive adoption of APEX’s innovative investment and digital solutions among clients.
• Identify opportunities for optimisation and recommend enhancements to improve campaign performance.
• Help drive continued adoption and growth of APEX’s digital offerings.

Reporting & Analysis

• Monitor campaign performance and prepare detailed reports for clients.
• Serve as the main point of contact for agency reporting requests and queries, including PCRs.
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations based on data analysis.
• Work closely with the Programmatic Director to support strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with regional and local teams to promote partnerships and leverage Groupe capabilities.
• Work closely with stakeholders across the Groupe to promote integration and collaboration across different disciplines.
• Identify and leverage strategic partnerships, cultivating market relationships to unlock new opportunities and drive innovative solutions for clients.

About you

You’ll ideally bring:

• 3–4 years’ experience in digital media, programmatic solutions or client management.
• A strong track record of developing and executing digital strategies.
• Experience delivering against targets and driving revenue growth.
• Strong knowledge of the digital landscape.
• Confidence when client-facing.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• A strategic and solutions-focused approach.
• The ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Experience with Salesforce, DV360, TTD and/or Yahoo is preferable.

You’ll also be someone who is collaborative, adaptable, commercially minded and excited by the opportunity to work across a dynamic and evolving digital environment.

Market Expertise & Innovation

The digital landscape is constantly evolving, and APEX is committed to staying ahead of emerging trends, technologies and best practices.

You’ll be expected to bring a strong understanding of the digital landscape, helping navigate challenges and opportunities while tailoring solutions to meet client needs.

Why Publicis Media?

You’ll join PMX, Publicis Media’s central investment practice, and specifically the APEX team, working at the intersection of digital, programmatic, investment and client strategy.

You’ll have the opportunity to work across the Publicis Groupe, collaborating with agency teams, clients, technology partners and specialists to deliver innovative digital solutions.

About Publicis Groupe

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-one digital wellbeing technology platform designed to support psychological, medical and safety needs.
• Proud partners of Diversity Council Australia, Pride in Diversity, Family Friendly Workplaces, Supply Nation and the Australian Disability Network.

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 [e-mail] — your personal information will be kept confidential.