Maintain 100% focus on one of DEPT®s largest, most dynamic clients.
Design and execute programmatic strategies across Display, Video, CTV, and Audio that align with client business objectives.
Manage large scale budgets, ensuring optimal allocation across tactics and inventory to maximize ROI.
Lead the negotiation and management of Programmatic Guaranteed (PG) and Private Marketplace (PMP) deals with premium publishers.
Translate complex programmatic data into actionable insights for client presentations, moving beyond the "what" to the "why."
Partner with Integrated Planning and Data Strategy teams to ensure programmatic activity is a cohesive part of the total media mix.
Oversee the technical quality of campaigns, ensuring brand safety standards and 3rd-party verification (IAS, DV) are strictly maintained.
Provide guidance and tactical support to Associate-level team members, helping to foster the next generation of programmatic experts.

Requirements

2-4 years of hands-on experience in programmatic media buying, specifically within Google Ads and DSPs like DV360, The Trade Desk, or Amazon DSP.
Deep understanding of the programmatic ecosystem, including identity solutions, real-time bidding, and the evolving cookie-less landscape.
Proven ability to manage high volume, full-funnel campaigns, moving from broad awareness to performance-based conversion.
Proven ability to manage high-touch accounts while prioritizing effectively and maintaining composure and positivity under pressure.
Proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools; you can find the "story" within the spreadsheet.
Experience with ad servers (Google Campaign Manager 360) and 3rd party verification tools (IAS, DoubleVerify, MOAT).
Exceptional communication skills—you can explain the complexities of programmatic to clients in a clear and compelling way.
A "better together" spirit and a relentless curiosity to test new platforms and inventory sources.

Benefits

Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
401k plan, plus matching
PTO
Paid Company Holidays
Parental Leave

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

programmatic media buyingreal-time biddingdata visualizationcampaign managementbudget managementnegotiationdata analysisad servingidentity solutionscookie-less landscape

Soft Skills

communicationleadershipproblem-solvingteam collaborationtime managementadaptabilitypositivity under pressurementorshipcuriositystrategic thinking