Sr. Manager, Programmatic Ads Sales

Pinterest; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 169,000 - 296,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinterest, based in New York, seeks a Senior Manager of Programmatic Sales to build and lead a high-performing team focused on programmatic and AdTech solutions. You will design sales strategies, drive revenue growth, and collaborate with product and marketing to influence the roadmap.

The role requires deep industry knowledge, strong leadership, and the ability to translate AI-powered capabilities into client value. Hybrid in-office arrangement near NYC.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in digital media and ad tech.
• 5+ years leading high-performing teams in large-scale roles.
• Deep knowledge of DSPs, SSPs, auction mechanics and deal structures.
• Experience developing go-to-market strategies that drive growth.
• Familiar with AI-powered advertising solutions and data/measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a high-performing programmatic sales team focused on AdTech solutions.
• Design and execute sales strategies to drive programmatic 3P demand.
• Engage with C-level clients and partners to shape Pinterest’s sales approach.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated marketing solutions.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in digital media or sales

Job description

About Pinterest

Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we’re on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product.

Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities, celebrate each other’s unique experiences and embrace the flexibility to do your best work. Creating a career you love? It’s Possible.

At Pinterest, AI isn't just a feature, it's a powerful partner that augments our creativity and amplifies our impact, and we’re looking for candidates who are excited to be a part of that. To get a complete picture of your experience and abilities, we’ll explore your foundational skills and how you collaborate with AI.

Through our interview process, what matters most is that you can always explain your approach, showing us not just what you know, but how you think. You can read more about our AI interview philosophy and how we use AI in our recruiting process here.

Pinterest is on a mission to improve the comprehensiveness and shoppability of ads on our platform. We’re accomplishing this by expanding our advertising demand sources through partnerships with third-party ad platforms and working closely with Agencies and media companies who manage performance marketing budgets.

As a Senior Manager, Programmatic Sales, you will be instrumental in shaping the sales strategy for our programmatic ad products. This includes building and leading a team focused on increasing adoption and achieving sustained revenue growth. You will collaborate closely with product marketing and product leadership to implement sales strategies, gather customer feedback, and influence our product roadmap to ensure future investment in our solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Build and deepen relationships with client executives, programmatic partners, and regional leaders to champion Pinterest’s programmatic value.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, diverse sales team focused on programmatic and AdTech solutions.
• Design and execute sales strategies, plans, and programs to drive programmatic 3P demand and AdTech adoption across key markets.
• Serve as a thought leader, representing Pinterest at industry events and in executive-level client meetings globally.
• Develop and apply deep knowledge of the programmatic advertising ecosystem, including demand-side platform (DSPs), server-side platform (SSPs), auction mechanics, and deal types, to inform go-to-market strategy and deliver scalable client solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sales Operations, Product, Measurement, Agency, Creative, Media Strategy, Product, and Engineering) to create integrated, full-funnel programmatic marketing solutions and best practices.
• Analyze key performance indicators, track delivery and client success, and evolve sales playbooks to achieve quarterly and annual revenue goals.
• Create scalable solutions by working with internal partners to prioritize product needs, share insights, and drive client adoption of new offerings

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years of experience in digital media and ad tech, including 5+ years leading high-performing teams in large-scale management roles.
• Demonstrated expertise in sales management within online advertising, programmatic ecosystems, and ad tech.
• Deep knowledge of industry trends, market dynamics, and the full ad tech landscape (DSPs, SSPs, auction mechanics, deal structures).
• Proven ability to develop and execute go-to-market strategies that drive programmatic and AdTech growth and revenue.
• Strong understanding of data and measurement solutions including Clean Rooms.
• Experienced in building efficient workflows and scalable processes to improve team and client success.
• Exceptional collaborator and communicator, able to inspire teams, align stakeholders, and influence decisions in fast-paced, matrixed environments.
• Successful history of managing C-level partnerships, leading high-impact initiatives, and adapting global, evolving business needs.
• Familiarity with AI-powered advertising solutions, including machine learning-driven targeting, automated bidding, and generative AI applications, with the ability to translate these capabilities into compelling client value propositions.
• Passionate about Pinterest’s mission, committed to innovation, delivering client value, and acting as a trusted advisor.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as digital media or sales, or equivalent professional experience.

Relocation Statement

• This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.

In-Office Requirement Statement

• We let the type of work you do guide the collaboration style. That means we're not always working in an office, but we continue to gather for key moments of collaboration and connection.
• This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 2 times a week and therefore needs to be in a commutable distance from the New York City office.

At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity and incentive compensation. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise.

US based applicants only

$169,344—$296,352 USD

Our Commitment To Inclusion

Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete this form for support.