Manager, Programmatic at WPP Media | Chicago, IL, US | Rezi

Manager, Programmatic at WPP Media

Manager, Programmatic

WPP Media · Chicago, IL, US

4 days ago

Manager, Programmatic

WPP Media · Chicago, IL, US

5 days ago
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About the Role

As a Manager of Programmatic, you will be responsible for creating and executing programmatic media plans using industry-leading media technology platforms. You will take ownership of clients’ programmatic media strategy, oversee its implementation and day-to-day execution, and manage junior team members.

Responsibilities

  • 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 with members of the broader digital account teams including planning, investment, operations and analytics.
  • Collaborate with agency teams and publishers to source, evaluate and implement deals that provide 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.

Requirements

  • 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.

Skills

  • Programmatic
  • Paid Search
  • Paid Social
  • Ad Operations
  • Digital Analytics
  • Digital Planning
  • DV360
  • The Trade Desk
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Databases
  • Visualization tools
  • Coding languages
  • Presentation skills
  • Analytical abilities
  • Quantitative skills

Location

  • US

Work Type

  • Hybrid

Experience Level

  • 3+ Years
  • Manager

Education Level

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Analytics, Marketing, Communications, Advertising
  • Equivalent professional work experience

Salary/Compensations

  • $60,000—$140,000 USD

Benefits

  • Competitive medical insurance
  • Group retirement plans
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Significant paid time off
  • Preferential partner discounts
  • Employee mental health awareness days

About the Company

  • WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.
  • WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale.
  • Mindshare is a leading brand within WPP Media, focused on driving Good Growth for clients and all stakeholders through intentional media strategies.

Equal Opportunity

  • 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.
  • 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.