Account Director, Programmatic Sales

Business Insider; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k matching

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Business Insider in New York is seeking an Account Director, Programmatic Sales to enhance their programmatic business. This role requires strategic sales expertise and relationship building with agencies and clients.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in programmatic sales with proven success in a fast-paced environment, and will work closely with the sales and ad operations teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in programmatic sales, especially in the digital media industry.
• Strong understanding of advertising technologies and industry trends.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth through programmatic solutions sales.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Conduct outreach and pitch meetings to secure new deals.
• Collaborate with internal teams for campaign execution and optimization.
• Provide reports and insights on sales performance.

Skills

Programmatic advertising understanding

Client relationship management

Sales strategy development

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Sales reporting tools

Job description

Business Insider is hiring an Account Director, Programmatic Sales to join our Programmatic Sales Team to drive our premium programmatic business, expand our first party data offerings and strengthen our relationships with programmatic decision makers.

The Role & Team:

As an Account Director, Programmatic Sales you will play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth through the sale of programmatic solutions to a portfolio of agencies, DSPs and in-house clients. The success in this role demands an intensity of effort, demonstrated through targeted outreach, pitch meetings, and securing new PMP and PG deals, in partnership with the Direct Sales teams.

The Account Director, Programmatic Sales should be a highly motivated and results‑driven professional with deep subject matter expertise. This position serves as a key liaison, bridging communication and collaboration both externally and internally. Externally, the role represents Business Insider in building and maintaining strong client relationships. Internally, it acts as a connector between the Direct Sales team and Ad Operations, ensuring seamless coordination, alignment, and execution across departments.

The Account Director, Programmatic Sales reports directly to the Managing Director, Programmatic Sales and sits on the Programmatic Sales Team. This position is based in our New York City HQ with an in‑office presence of at least 2 days per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Programmatic Sales Strategy:
  • Develop and execute a strategic plan to secure new programmatic deals in collaboration with the direct sales team.
  • Work closely with the ad operations team to identify and grow existing programmatic accounts through effective relationship‑building and optimization.
• Client Relationships:
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with existing named accounts, understanding their broader advertising goals and identifying opportunities for programmatic campaigns.
  • Collaborate with the Direct Sales team to engage with new clients, understanding their business needs and providing tailored programmatic advertising solutions.
• Prospecting and Outreach:
  • Leverage existing relationships with named accounts to introduce and promote programmatic offerings, showcasing the added value of Business Insider's programmatic solutions.
  • Collaborate with the Direct Sales team to identify and engage new programmatic opportunities through targeted outreach, industry events, and networking.
  • Prospect the open exchange to identify new target and upsell opportunities
• Intensity of Effort:
  • Conduct outreach emails weekly to named accounts and potential new clients, showcasing Business Insider's programmatic offerings.
  • Schedule and execute a minimum of 5 meetings per week to present programmatic solutions and gather client requirements.
• Cross‑Team Collaboration:
  • Partner with the Direct Sales team to ensure a unified and cohesive approach to clients, providing seamless integration of programmatic solutions into broader advertising strategies.
• Campaign Management and Optimization:
  • Work collaboratively with internal teams, including Ad Operations and Account Management, to ensure successful execution and optimization of programmatic campaigns for both existing and new accounts.
  • Provide insights and recommendations to clients and internal teams for optimizing programmatic campaigns to achieve maximum ROI.
• Reporting and Analysis:
  • Provide regular reports and analyses on programmatic sales performance, highlighting successes, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to gather feedback from clients and incorporate insights into refining programmatic offerings.

The Ideal Candidate Has:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in programmatic sales, including strong experience within the digital media industry.
• Strong understanding of programmatic advertising technologies, platforms, and industry trends.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Results‑oriented with a track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Be a consummate team player who loves to share and hates to lose.

Salary & Benefits:

• Base salary: $120,000 - $130,000 (dependent on skills, experience, and competencies)
• Additional bonus/commission
• Flexible PTO, 10 company holidays, and 16 weeks of parental leave
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Matched and vested 401k plan
• Access to resources for financial planning guidance, family planning services, mental health reach out and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Additional benefits include commuter benefits, phone reimbursement, gym membership discounts, and more

Business Insider is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and, when making employment decisions, does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, age, nationality or national origin, religion, disability, familial status, and military or veteran status. We encourage members of traditionally underrepresented groups to apply.