Manager, Programmatic

WPP Media; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

WPP Media Limited in Los Angeles area is seeking a Manager, Programmatic to lead and execute programmatic media plans using leading platforms. You will begin taking ownership of client programmatic strategy and oversee day-to-day execution, with responsibilities for mentoring junior teammates.

You will translate objectives into activation strategies, manage DV360 and The Trade Desk campaigns, collaborate with cross-functional teams, source high-quality inventory, and report performance to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 3+ years in programmatic or related fields.
• Familiarity with programmatic platforms.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Experience with databases/visualization or coding is a plus.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Translate client objectives into programmatic activation strategies.
• Manage campaigns in DV360, The Trade Desk, and other DSPs.
• Collaborate with planning, investment, operations and analytics teams.
• Source and evaluate deals with publishers to secure quality inventory.
• Create and enforce workflows to ensure timely deliverables.
• Train and mentor junior team members.
• Provide regular performance reporting to stakeholders.

Skills

Programmatic strategy

Campaign management

Senior stakeholder comms

Mentoring juniors

Data analysis

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Analytics

Tools

Excel

DV360

The Trade Desk

Job description

Chicago, United States; New York, United States

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.

Role Summary & Impact

As a Manager, of Programmatic, you will be responsible for creating and executing programmatic media plans using industry-leading media technology platforms. Within this role, you will begin to take ownership of your clients’ programmatic media strategy and oversee its implementation and day-to-day execution. Managers will typically be responsible for overseeing the training and workload of junior team members.

Skills and Experience

• Translate client campaign objectives into programmatic activation strategies, including defining and building target audiences and sourcing relevant inventory opportunities.
• Manage campaigns within DV360, The Trade Desk, and other relevant DSPs, by ensuring budgets are pacing effectively and tactics are being optimized towards relevant objectives and KPIs.
• Develop strong working relationships and with members of the broader digital account teams including planning, investment,operationsand analytics.
• Collaborate with agency teams and publishers to source, evaluate and implement deals that provide our clients with high-quality inventory opportunities.
• Create and enforce workflow processes to ensure deliverables are completed accurately and on time,
• Train, support, and manage the day-to-day responsibilities and work quality of more junior team members.
• Conduct regular and ad hoc analyses to identify opportunities to improve performance within and across campaigns.
• Keep key stakeholders including clients and account teams updated on campaign and account level performance via regular and ad-hoc reporting and status meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Analytics, Marketing, Communications, Advertising; OR equivalent professional work experience.
• 3+ Years working within Programmatic, Paid Search, Paid Social, Ad Operations, Digital Analytics or Digital Planning.
• Familiarity with key programmatic and digital platforms.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel User.
• Experience with other databases, visualization tools or coding languages is a plus.
• Exceptional verbal and written skills, organizational skills and a detail-oriented mindset.
• Strong presentation skills and comfort in presenting to senior stakeholders.
• Analytical abilities and quantitative skills.
• Desire to manage and mentor junior members of a team; prior experience as a manager a plus.

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.

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US Pay Range

$60,000 - $140,000 USD

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