Manager Programmatic

About WPP Media

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by ourpioneeringagentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth.

WPP Media is WPP’s AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.

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About WPP Media

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:

• BeExtraordinarybyLeading CollectivelytoInspire transformational Creativity.
• Create anOpenenvironment by_Balancing People and Client Experiences_byCultivating Trust.
• LeadOptimisticallybyChampioning Growthand DevelopmenttoMobilize the Enterprise.

Reporting of the Role

This role reports to: Business Manager / Head of Programmatic

Role Summary and Impact

We are currently looking for a Manager – Programmatic to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the planning, execution, and optimization of programmatic media campaigns for a portfolio of leading brands. You will act as a key expert in data-driven media buying, working closely with internal teams, clients, and technology partners to deliver high-performing, audience-focused campaigns. The role requires strong analytical thinking and hands-on platform expertise to ensure campaign efficiency, audience precision, and measurable business impact.

3 Best Things About the Job

1. Work with leading brands on cutting-edge, data-driven media solutions.
2. Gain deep exposure to global ad-tech platforms, data ecosystems, and advanced audience strategies.
3. Be part of a fast-evolving space driving innovation in modern media planning and activation.

In This Role, Your Goals Will Be:

In Three Months:

• Develop strong understanding of programmatic ecosystems, platforms, and campaign workflows.
• Oversee campaign setup, trafficking, monitoring, and basic optimization activities.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams, publishers, and technology partners.
• Ensure accurate execution of live campaigns and adherence to KPIs.

In Six Months:

• Independently manage multiple programmatic campaigns end-to-end.
• Lead optimization strategies to improve performance across KPIs such as reach, efficiency, and conversion.
• Identify new audience, inventory, and data opportunities across platforms.
• Contribute to strategic recommendations and client presentations.

In Twelve Months:

• Act as a go-to expert for programmatic planning and execution within the team.
• Drive innovation in audience strategy, automation, and performance optimization.
• Support new business pitches with programmatic solutions and insights.
• Demonstrate strong ownership of campaign outcomes and client satisfaction.

What Your Day Job Looks Like

• Lead the setup, execution, monitoring, and optimization of programmatic campaigns.
• Manage DSPs, ad servers, and related platforms to ensure accurate and efficient delivery.
• Develop audience strategies, segmentation models, and bidding approaches.
• Continuously analyze campaign performance and implement optimization tactics.
• Generate detailed performance reports and actionable insights for clients.
• Collaborate with internal planning, analytics, and client teams for integrated execution.
• Coordinate with publishers, data partners, and technology vendors.
• Ensure campaigns meet KPIs and deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and platform innovations.
• Support strategic planning, client presentations, and post-campaign analysis.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong expertise in programmatic advertising ecosystems and platforms.
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on experience with DSPs, ad servers, and campaign management tools.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.