Client Investment Manager

Socket.dev; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Mindshare, a leading WPP Media brand in the United States, seeks a highly organized Media Investment Manager to oversee day-to-day media execution, trafficking, and publisher partnerships for a fast-paced CPG/Beauty portfolio. You will bridge strategy, technical execution, and creative content while mentoring two junior teammates.

The role emphasizes leadership, hands-on media buying across channels, and strong collaboration with production and creative teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, business administration, and communications; OR equivalent professional work experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on media buying/investment experience within an agency environment (Direct, Programmatic, or Paid Social).
• Flawless technical execution skills: Deep, hands-on experience with ad servers (CM360/DCM), trafficking workflows, custom tracking/UTM setup, and Prisma.
• Demonstrated leadership aptitude: ability to teach, coach, and elevate junior team members; mentoring interns or juniors preferred.
• High-velocity resilience: exceptional organizational skills to manage a high-volume, multi-brand account under pressure.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and communicate across levels.
• Strong quantitative and analytical, results-oriented mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end digital media buying across direct, programmatic, and social channels.
• Own trafficking process, ad serving setup (CM360/DCM), tracking links, taxonomy, and QA for error-free delivery.
• Manage multi-million-dollar budgets, monitor daily pacing, and optimize to maximize ROI and meet KPIs.
• Lead negotiations and maintain direct relationships with top-tier publishers and media vendors.
• Collaborate with creative and production teams to execute custom content integrations and influencer sponsorships.
• Coach and upskill two junior associates in trafficking workflows and platform mechanics.
• Set clear operational standards for the junior team and manage their 50% split-allocation.

Skills

End-to-end media buying

Trafficking & QA

Budget optimization

Publisher relations

Sponsorships & experiential

Coaching & mentoring

Accountability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, business administration, and communications; OR equivalent

Tools

CM360/DCM

Prisma

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.

About Mindshare: A Leading WPP Media Brand

This role is within Mindshare, a leading brand within WPP Media, where you will be instrumental in driving Good Growth for clients and all stakeholders through intentional media strategies.Role Overview: We are seeking a highly organized, resilient, and detail-oriented Media Investment Manager to oversee day-to-day media execution, trafficking, and custom publisher partnerships for one of our most dynamic and fast-paced CPG and Beauty portfolios.

This is not a traditional, siloed buying role. You will be the crucial bridge between strategic planning, technical campaign execution, and creative custom content. Furthermore, you will play a pivotal leadership role in coaching, mentoring, and upskilling two junior team members, shaping them into elite media professionals.

Skills and Experience

• Bulletproof Execution: Oversee and execute end-to-end digital media buying across direct, programmatic, and social channels.
• Trafficking & QA Lead: Take absolute ownership of the trafficking process, ad serving setup (CM360/DCM), tracking links, taxonomy, and data quality assurance. Ensure zero-error delivery before campaigns go live.
• Pacing & Optimization: Manage multi-million-dollar campaign budgets, monitor daily pacing, and continuously optimize buys to maximize ROI and deliver on client KPIs.
• Publisher Relations: Lead negotiations and maintain direct relationships with top-tier publishers, networks, and media vendors.
• Sponsorships & Experiential: Collaborate with creative agencies and production teams to execute custom content integrations, influencer sponsorships, and high-impact experiential activations.
• Coaching & Upskilling: Act as the direct mentor and day-to-day supervisor for two junior associates. Guide them through trafficking workflows, platform mechanics, and agency processes.
• Accountability: Set clear operational standards for the junior team, QA their work, and help them manage their 50% split-allocation efficiently.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, business administration, and communications; OR equivalent professional work experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on media buying/investment experience within an agency environment (Direct, Programmatic, or Paid Social).
• Flawless technical execution skills: Deep, hands-on experience with ad servers (CM360/DCM), trafficking workflows, custom tracking/UTM setup, and Prisma.
• Demonstrated leadership aptitude: A strong desire to teach, coach, and elevate junior team members. Prior experience mentoring interns or junior associates is highly preferred.
• High-velocity resilience: Exceptional organizational skills and mental agility required to manage a high-volume, multi-brand account without dropping the ball.
• Ability to work in a team environment that promotes collaboration
• Adept at communicating effectively across all levels
• Be capable of working successfully within a team as well as independently
• Strong quantitative and analytical/results-oriented skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, work successfully with teams, and work under pressure

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment toBe Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We alsoLead Optimistically,firmly believingin andChampioning Growth and Developmentfor every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees toleveragethe extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at thecutting edgeof marketing and advertising. WeCreate an Open environmentbuilt on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office eventsshowcasingteam wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We believe the best work happens whenwe'retogether, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. 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. Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country.

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, go to https://mybenefits.wpp.com/public/welcome for more details.

US Pay Range

$60,000 — $140,000 USD

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