Senior Ad Tech Trading Strategist

The Trade Desk, Inc.

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 79,000 - 146,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Trade Desk is a leading global technology company serving advertisers with a data-driven platform spanning Display, Online Video, and Connected TV. The Senior Trading Specialist collaborates with account management and business development to guide performance and account growth, acting as a platform expert and trusted advisor to clients.

You’ll analyze large data sets, present insights, and help optimize campaigns while building strong relationships with agency and brand stakeholders.

Qualifications

4+ years of consultative, client-facing work in ad tech or data-heavy industries.
Strong technical and strategic thinking with long-term planning ability.
Proficient in presenting to clients and managing stakeholder expectations.
Fluency in the DSP/Ad Tech landscape; experience with agency/brand stakeholders helpful.
Knowledge of the CPG landscape is a plus.
Strong quantitative skills using MS Excel, Vertica and Power BI.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Account Managers and Business Development to drive advertiser performance and growth.
Troubleshoot campaign setup and performance across Display, Online Video, and Connected TV.
Provide feedback to Product Managers for platform improvements.
Analyze large data sets with Excel, Tableau or Power BI to create actionable insights.
Present data and insights to client stakeholders.
Build relationships with agency and brand stakeholders to meet client needs.
Work with agency traders to set up campaigns and optimize for full budget delivery and KPIs.
Become a platform expert and educate clients on product updates and best practices.
Travel nationally 1-2 times per quarter based on client needs.