Global Programmatic Strategy Director

WPP Media; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Vision & dental insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Mental health support

Job summary

WPP Media in London seeks a Director of Programmatic to drive global programmatic strategy and best‑in‑class open-web offerings for major clients. You will partner with internal teams and markets to shape digital leadership and accelerate growth across DSP platforms.

The role blends strategic direction with hands‑on activation, requiring exceptional communication, industry knowledge, and a proven ability to influence at the C‑suite level.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in programmatic strategy and global delivery.
• Strong track record managing senior-level stakeholders across markets.
• Experience working with DSP partners to drive product and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Develop global programmatic strategy and guidelines to position WPP Media as an industry leader.
• Collaborate with markets to launch test-and-learn opportunities and scale successful pilots.
• Lead client discussions, present POVs, and translate data into actionable growth plans.

Skills

Programmatic leadership

Stakeholder management

Open-Web / DSP partnerships

Data-driven decision making

Team leadership

Tools

Google Ads

The Trade Desk (TTD)

Amazon Ads

Job description

WPP Media in London seeks a Director of Programmatic to drive global programmatic strategy and best‑in‑class open-web offerings for major clients. You will partner with internal teams and markets to shape digital leadership and accelerate growth across DSP platforms.

The role blends strategic direction with hands‑on activation, requiring exceptional communication, industry knowledge, and a proven ability to influence at the C‑suite level.