Manager - Programmatic

WPP Media; Mumbai; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Partner discounts

Mental health day

Training & certifications

Job summary

WPP Media, part of WPP, is hiring a Manager - Programmatic for the Global Operations Centre. You will work with teams in the United States, Europe, and Asia to deliver high-impact programmatic solutions, enforce best practices, and drive growth.

The role requires 3+ years in digital media, strong DV360/CM/GA360 experience, and leadership skills. We offer a hybrid work model, global collaboration, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in digital media, preferably in a media agency or trading desk.
• Experience with Google Marketing Platform (DV360, CM, GA360).
• Exposure to top AdTech/MarTech platforms and programmatic tooling.
• Experience in client decks, programmatic strategy, and pitches.
• Hands-on knowledge of programmatic platforms and DSPs.
• Ability to formulate clear strategy to grow existing business.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience in agency, trading desks, or programmatic tech partners.
• Campaign execution experience with local programmatic players and measurement providers.
• Familiarity with DSPs and exchange revenue models in negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships with WPP GOC regional teams.
• Lead the training and growth of the local programmatic team.
• Enforce DV360 and TrueView best practices with focus on platform expertise and quality.
• Ensure consistent, high-quality work and output.
• Serve as escalation point and resolve challenges.
• Provide career development and coaching for the team.
• Assist in capacity planning and resource management.
• Present clear, effective communication across all levels.
• Collaborate across functions to win new business.

Skills

Digital media experience

DV360

AdTech platforms

Programmatic strategy

Client decks

Strategy building

MS Office

Agency/Trading Desk

Campaign execution

DSP knowledge

Job description

About WPP Media

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by ourpioneeringagentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth.

WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.

For more information, visit wppmedia.com.

Manager - Programmatic, GOC

About WPP Media

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 WPP’s 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.com

At WPP Media, We Believe In The Power Of Our Culture And Our People. It’s 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’s Shared Core Values:

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.

Role Summary And Impact

As part of the Global Operations Centre (GOC), you will work closely with teams across the United States, Europe, and Asia to deliver high-impact solutions in a collaborative, multicultural environment. We are looking for a Manager - Programmatic who will:

• Develop strong relationships with counterparts in WPP GOC regional teams (Europe, U.S., Asia)
• Lead the training and growth of your local programmatic team!
• Enforce DV360 and TrueView best practices with a focus on platform expertise, consistency, and quality of work delivery.
• Be accountable for consistent work delivery to WPP GOC regional teams by ensuring a high quality of output.
• Serve as point of escalation for your team and take ownership of resolving challenges.
• Provide career development and coaching for your team. Improvement, and progress. Provide awareness and recognition for jobs well done.
• Provide support to in capacity planning & resource management for the team.
• Present strong and effective communication across all levels

Skills And Experience

• 3+year'sprofessional experience with digital media preferably within a media agency/trading desk
• Experience in Google Marketing Platform (DV360, CM, GA360).
• Experience in top AdTech & MarTech platforms.
• Experience in Client Decks, Programmatic Strategy, New Pitches, etc.
• Hands on experience and knowledge on programmatic platforms.
• Clear thought process & strategy to build on existing businesses.
• Competent in all Microsoft office software
• Working experience in Agency, Trading Desks or Programmatic Tech Partners
• Actual Campaign execution experience with most of the local programmatic players as well as measurement providers
• Familiar with DSP and exchange revenue streams and be able to negotiate trading benefits.

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 we’re 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 access to internal learning platforms, certifications, and training sessions, life insurance, wellness programs, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, employee mental health awareness day, and more.

Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't meet all the criteria. At WPP Media, we strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested, we'd love to know how you can positively impact our team with your experience!

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe that diversity is vital and positively influences the environment in which we operate. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment that is free of discrimination, harassment or bullying. Race, colour, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status have no bearing on our hiring decisions, and we encourage all applicants.

We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity – it’s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that’s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve 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.

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