Programmatic Manager

GroupM; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in media is seeking a Programmatic Manager in London to oversee campaign management and client strategy. This full-time role involves ensuring effective execution of advertising initiatives for prominent partners like Amazon, focusing on innovation and excellence. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, driving impactful results using leading industry tools and platforms.

Benefits

Mentorship & Training

Cutting-Edge Technology

Competitive medical insurance

Significant paid time off

Employee mental health awareness days

Qualifications

• Passionate about programmatic activation and driving continued excellence.
• Ability to translate technical and complex points to non-technical audiences.
• Proficient in key trading platforms.

Responsibilities

• Oversee implementation, management, and daily optimization of campaigns.
• Develop programmatic strategy that aligns with client objectives.
• Manage relationships with media owners and suppliers.

Skills

Programmatic activation

Customer relationship management

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Tools

DV360

TTD

Amazon

Job description

About WPP Mediau00A0

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com. WPP Media is WPPu2019s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.comu00A0

About WPP & OPenDoor

At WPP, weu2019re constantly reinventing the future of creativity on an ever-broader canvas, bringing together unrivalled talent, resources and skills to provide an integrated offer of communications, experience, commerce and technology. u00A0

Over the last decade, we have developed a dedicated global client practice with the mission of accelerating WPPu2019s impact for our largest clients by bringing them the best of WPP. Each team is custom-built around a clientu2019s specific needs and challenges, providing easy access to the right capabilities. And thatu2019s why weu2019ve builtu202F OpenDoor u202F for u202FAmazon . u00A0

OpenDoor u202Fis a unique integrationu202Fofu202Fthe best ofu202FWPP and Amazon u2013 building on their respective strengths and visions.u202FWhetheru202Fat WPP or at Amazon, every project is an OpenDoor on new possibilities. Anything and everything can be an opportunity for our people to driveu202F impact u202Fu2013 for them to innovate, learn, thrive, and occasionally fail too. u00A0

The unique OpenDoor partnership model is built to deliver next level Productivity, fueled by our industry-leading approach to People, Platforms, and Process.u202F OpenDoor spans across all WPP agencies and disciplines such as media, business consultancy, communications and brand strategy, tech and commerce, public relations, and production. u00A0

OpenDooru2019s values are built from Amazonu2019s ownu202F 16 Leadership Principles ,u202Fandu202FWPPu2019s core values of Open, Optimistic and Extraordinary.u202FTogether, when WPPu2019s Creative Transformation meets Amazonu2019s next-levelu202Fcustomeru202Fcentricity, our people come together to challenge and impact whatu2019s done today and build a better future. u00A0

By joining OpenDoor ,u202Fnot only are you joining a cross-function team partnering with one of WPPu2019s top five global clients,u202Fbut youu202Fareu202Falsou202Ftaking a step to challengeu202Fyourself and the world around you every day, working in the most unusual way on some of Earthu2019s most ambitious opportunities in marketing, tech, media, business, and creativity. u00A0

Role Summary and Impact u00A0

We are searching for a talented and enthusiastic individual to join our OpenDoor team as a Programmatic Manager. This is a Full-time position based in London. This role plays a crucial part in supporting WPP's mission to deliver consistency, delivery excellence and best in class service for Amazon in every country across its diverse businesses, including XCM, Prime Video, and RMI. u00A0

Responsibilities u00A0

Campaign Management u00A0

Oversight of the implementation, management, and daily optimisation of campaign activity. To ensure that you excel in reaching your client objectives and KPIs.

Competently create media plans designed to achieve specified KPIs.

Understand the products and solutions that could be relevant for clients that have been developed within the group.

Take ownership of some elements of the testing plans of your clients and suggest innovative ideas for testing, including planning, executing & evaluating tests with methodical accuracy.

Client and Partner Management

Create/design programmatic strategy for client portfolio, ensuring strategy is clear and most appropriate to the client's objectives and KPIs.

Direct client servicing exposure with regular contact via weekly calls, campaign briefings and presenting performance in detail.

Complete client reporting and analyse campaign results extracting insight to provide recommendations for future activity.

Develop strong relationships with media owners and other service providers to select the most appropriate suppliers for campaigns. u00A0

People Management

Working with your line manager to ensure the effective management of more junior team members, ensuring workloads are sufficiently monitored & prioritised to ensure deadlines are met.

Working with line manager and team leadership to help train and develop junior team members. Leading by example to motivate and encourage those with less experience.
u00A0 Operational Excellence

The appropriate use of tools to drive accountability in programmatic buying, operational efficiencies, and actionable business insights, with the scoping of agreed client outputs.

Ensure financial accuracy, integrating the planning and buying process, and reconciliation of spends, including client terms and programmatic fees, via buying templates and processes.

Support on the day-to-day QA process, minimizing errors and ensuring consistent and accurate adherence to process with both teams locally and in the Global Hub.

Skills and Experience u00A0

At WPP Media , we believe in the power of our culture and our people. Itu2019s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media u2019s shared core value s: u00A0

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity. u00A0

• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust . u00A0

• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise . u00A0
  
  

Required Skills u00A0

Passionate about programmatic activation and driving continued excellence.

Confidence in core trading platforms, DV360, TTD and Amazon.

Ability to translate technical and complex points to non-technical audiences and coach others to do the same.

Bonus points u00A0

Analytically minded with an aptitude for handling large data sets to identify trends and actionable insights

Ability to develop and execute comprehensive testing roadmaps in the Programmatic space u2013 audience, media, creative

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, will be particularly important in building & developing client and supplier relationships

Ability to communicate effectively with people from all diverse backgrounds, cultures, countries.

Benefits of OpenDoor

Unparalleled Access: Gain direct experience working with one of the world's most innovative and influential companies.

Mentorship & Training: Receive guidance from experienced professionals at both WPP and Amazon.

Cutting-Edge Technology: Utilize industry-leading tools and platforms, including WPP Open.

Data-Driven Environment: Develop your analytical skills and contribute to data-driven decision making.

Global Impact: Be part of a team that is shaping the future of marketing on a global scale.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and weu2019re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days. u202Fu202F

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics . We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why weu2019ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

Please note this is a UK based role and requires individuals to have the right to work in this location
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