Director, Measurement Science

WPP Media; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plans

Vision & dental insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Mental health days

Job summary

WPP Media is seeking a Director of Measurement Science to define how outcome-based media programs are measured, optimized, and scaled. You will lead measurement strategy, incrementality studies, and test-and-learn initiatives across WPP Media Solutions, coordinating with trading and planning teams to connect programmatic execution with measurement outcomes.

You will manage a small team, advise senior stakeholders, and shape the evolution of measurement including AI and cross‑platform approaches

Qualifications

• 7+ years in marketing, media, programmatic or analytics.
• Experience with DSP data and logs (The Trade Desk, DV360).
• Designing incrementality testing and A/B testing.
• Explain how programmatic setup affects measurement results and outcomes.
• Evaluate measurement partners and translate findings into recommendations.
• Knowledge of marketing measurement approaches (MM, MTA, forecasting).
• People management to coach/ develop analysts and junior staff.
• Strong SQL skills and ability to create executive visualizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead measurement strategy for outcome-based media programs, connecting execution to business outcomes and commercial decisions.
• Design campaign measurement plans, incrementality studies, A/B tests, and test-and-learn programs.
• Analyze data and logs from DSPs to diagnose performance drivers and measurement implications.
• Translate programmatic execution and pacing into clear measurement insights and optimization recommendations.
• Partner with trading, planning, investment, and strategy teams to guide optimization and forecasting.
• Evaluate measurement partners and platforms for rigor, scalability, and business value.
• Oversee development of measurement frameworks supporting incrementality, personalization, and forecasting.
• Lead and develop a team of Associate Directors and Analysts; coach and set delivery standards.
• Educate junior colleagues on measurement practices and share practical knowledge.

Skills

Programmatic media

Team leadership

SQL

Data analysis

A/B testing

Stakeholder management

Communication

Marketing measurement

DS/Analytics storytelling

Tools

SQL

Tableau/Power BI

Python

Job description

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.

This role is within WPP Media Solutions, where you will be instrumental in defining how outcome-based media programs are measured, optimized, and scaled. As the Director of Measurement Science, you'll lead campaign measurement planning, incrementality and A/B testing, test-and-learn programs, measurement partner evaluation, and strategic recommendations across WPP Media Solutions. You'll work closely with trading and planning teams to connect programmatic execution, DSP-level data, and measurement outcomes. Reporting to the Group Director, you'll manage a team of three to four Associate Directors and Analysts while advising senior stakeholders on measurement strategy.

This is an opportunity to shape measurement for a commercial model built around business outcomes rather than media delivery. Your work will help WPP Media prove incremental impact, personalize performance insights, predict future results, and determine when the organization can stand behind an outcome-based commitment. You'll combine current programmatic fluency with strategic measurement leadership, forward-looking thinking, and a passion for developing people in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead measurement strategy for outcome-based media programs, connecting campaign execution to business outcomes and commercial decisions.
• Design campaign measurement plans, incrementality studies, A/B tests, and test-and-learn programs that establish the true impact of media.
• Analyze data and logs from demand-side platforms, including The Trade Desk and Display & Video 360, to diagnose performance drivers and measurement implications.
• Translate programmatic execution, bidding approaches, ad operations, audience decisions, and pacing into clear measurement insights and optimization recommendations.
• Partner with trading, planning, investment, and strategy teams to guide optimization, pricing, forecasting, and campaign decisions.
• Evaluate measurement partners, methodologies, and platforms for analytical rigor, scalability, business value, and operational fit.
• Oversee the development of measurement frameworks that support incrementality, personalization, forecasting, and outcome-based decision-making.
• Lead and develop a team of three to four Associate Directors and Analysts through coaching, feedback, training, and clear delivery standards.
• Build the team's programmatic measurement capability by educating junior colleagues, sharing practical knowledge, and answering stakeholder questions with clarity.
• Establish a forward-looking point of view on the evolution of measurement, including artificial intelligence, clean-room-based data collaboration, and scalable cross-platform approaches.

Skills and Experience

• 7+ years of experience in marketing, media, programmatic, or client analytics, with substantial and current programmatic media exposure.
• Direct experience analyzing demand-side platform data and logs, particularly from The Trade Desk and Display & Video 360.
• Hands‑on experience designing and applying incrementality testing, A/B testing, campaign measurement, and test-and-learn methodologies.
• Ability to explain how programmatic campaign setup and execution affect measurement results, performance drivers, and business outcomes.
• Experience evaluating measurement partners and translating methodological strengths, limitations, and findings into practical recommendations.
• Strong understanding of marketing measurement approaches, including marketing mix modeling, multi‑touch attribution, forecasting, and causal measurement.
• People management experience with the ability to coach and develop Associate Directors, Analysts, and other junior team members.
• Strong SQL skills for querying, filtering, joining, and validating analytics data, without requiring a data engineering focus.
• Experience using Tableau or Power BI to create executive‑facing visualizations, reporting, and presentations.
• Familiarity with Python, ad‑tech platforms, campaign management systems, clean‑room‑based data collaboration, or measurement environments such as Amazon Marketing Cloud, Ads Data Hub, or InfoSum is preferred.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising.

We Create an Open environment built 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 events showcasing team 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 when we're together, 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.

WPP Media is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to legally protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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

$100,000 - $230,000 USD

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