Account Manager, Programmatic (Maternity Cover)

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1438 - Account Manager, Programmatic (Maternity Cover)

Role Summary and Impact

Mindshare, part of WPP, delivers Good Growth for its clients. As “Growth Architects," we drive growth that benefits all stakeholders — better for people, planet, and business — by using media with intention. This approach creates more meaningful connections with consumers, increases consumer trust in the brand, and delivers better outcomes for all stakeholders.

The Role The Programmatic Account Manager will be responsible for managing and optimising campaigns. While also developing programmatic plans which exceed our client’s expectations whether branding or ROI driven. Contributing to the execution of programmatic media activity you will work closely with the Programmatic Account Director & Global Operations Centre. To execute best in class programmatic strategy whilst developing insightful commentary through data analysis.

Key Responsibilities Campaign Management

• Oversight of the implementation, management, and daily optimisation of campaign activity. To ensure that you excel in reaching your client objectives and KPIs
• Competently create media plans designed to achieve specified KPIs
• Understand the products and solutions that could be relevant for clients that have been developed within the group.
• Take ownership of some elements of the testing plans of your clients and suggest innovative ideas for testing, including planning, executing & evaluating tests with methodical accuracy.

Client and Partner Management

• Create/design programmatic strategy for client portfolio, ensuring strategy is clear and most appropriate to the client's objectives and KPIs
• Direct client servicing exposure with regular contact via weekly calls, campaign briefings and presenting performance in detail
• Complete client reporting and analyse campaign results extracting insight to provide recommendations for future activity
• Develop strong relationships with media owners and other service providers to select the most appropriate suppliers for campaigns.

People Management

• Working with your line manager to ensure the effective management of more junior team members, ensuring workloads are sufficiently monitored & prioritised and that deadlines are met.
• Working with line manager and team leadership to help train and develop junior team members. Leading by example to motivate and encourage those with less experience.

Operational Excellence

• The appropriate use of tools to drive accountability in programmatic buying, operational efficiencies, and actionable business insights, with the scoping of agreed client outputs.
• Ensure financial accuracy, integrating the planning and buying process, and reconciliation of spends, including client terms and programmatic fees, via buying templates and processes.
• Support on the day-to-day QA process, minimizing errors and ensuring consistent and accurate adherence to process with both teams locally and in the Global Hub

Skills and Experience

• Passionate about programmatic activation and driving continued excellence.
• Confidence in DSPs, DV360, TTD and Amazon.
• Ability to translate technical and complex points to non-technical audiences and coach others to do the same.
• Analytically minded with an aptitude for handling large data sets to identify trends and actionable insights
• Ability to develop and execute comprehensive testing roadmaps in the Programmatic space – audience, media, creative
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, will be particularly important in building & developing client and supplier relationships
• Ability to communicate effectively with people from all diverse backgrounds, cultures, countries.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising.

We Create an Open environment built 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 events showcasing team 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 when we're together, 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.