Programmatic Manager

19 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Carat Australia Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Job Description:
Carat is the world's first media agency and privileged to work with some of the most storied and innovative brands in the world. Most recently named a leader amongst global media agencies by Forrester, Carat is consistently ranked the #1 media agency in the world. With over 12,000 experts in over 100 countries Carat delivers an unparalleled capability to unlock real human understanding and connect people and brands through powerful and engaging media experiences.

As the
Programmatic Manager
at our
Melbourne
HQ, you are the key driver behind the success of programmatic advertising campaigns, overseeing a dedicated team responsible for end-to-end client management. Your role involves collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, negotiating deals, managing DSP relationships, and leading the team to deliver exceptional results.

Core responsibilities include:

  • Collaborate with publishers and partners to develop campaign approaches, negotiate quarterly deals with our awesome clients, and troubleshoot/report on performance.
  • Manage all DSP relationships, serving as the conduit between DSPs and clients, ensuring participation in QBRs, presenting roadmaps, troubleshooting issues, and exploring beta opportunities.
  • Lead the team on client requests, strategy, and campaign brief responses, ensuring high standards, collaboration with the wider team, and seamless delivery during client catchups and QBRs.
  • Contribute unique ideas and perspectives, participating in internal brainstorming sessions, ideation on channel tactics, and building visuals tailored to client campaign requirements.
  • Take the lead in client communications, managing conversations with the direct client, serving as the escalation point for campaign issues, hosting client education sessions, and presenting QBRs and thought leadership pieces.

A bit about you:

  • Proven leadership experience in programmatic advertising, managing teams and client relationships.
  • Strong DV360 and Trade Desk skillset.
  • Expertise in negotiating deals and managing relationships with publishers, partners, and DSPs.
  • Strong analytical skills to interpret campaign performance data and provide actionable insights.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead client conversations, host education sessions, and present thought leadership pieces.

What's in it for you:

  • Real flexibility to work when and where you feel most productive with our 'Be the Best You' policy which includes a $250 contribution to your home office set up
  • The opportunity to give back with dedicated volunteer leave and our whole-company event, One Day for Change
  • 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years of service and 3 whole company Wellness days off per year for you to switch off and take your day, your way
  • Career Development and Learning & Development opportunities, including access to our global online dentsu University

Become a champion for meaningful progress:
Our diverse and inclusive culture enables our employees to bring their whole selves to work and be proud of doing so. For us, this is the foundation for great innovation which, in turn, generates better outcomes for our people, partners and communities. This is why we encourage applications from people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures.

If you want to belong to a one global network where opportunities are limitless – we look forward to welcoming you.

CaratAUS

Location:
Melbourne - 510 Church Street

Brand:
Carat

Time Type:
Full time

Contract Type:
Permanent

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