Sr. Associate, Programmatic

Senior Associate

IPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE : IPG). IPG Mediabrands manages over $47 billion in marketing investment globally on behalf of its clients across its full-service agency networks UM, Initiative and Mediahub and through its award-winning specialty business units Healix, Kinesso, MAGNA, Mediabrands Content Studio, Orion Holdings, Rapport, and the IPG Media Lab. IPG Mediabrands clients include many of the world's most recognizable and iconic brands from a broad portfolio of industry sectors including automotive, personal finance, consumer product goods (CPG), pharma, health and wellness, entertainment, financial services, energy, toys and gaming, direct to consumer and e-commerce, retail, hospitality, food and beverage, fashion and beauty. The company employs more than 18,000 diverse marketing communication professionals in more than 130 countries. Learn more at www.ipgmediabrands.com.

Position Summary : The Senior Associate is accountable for the performance & pacing of their assigned brand(s) and customizes departmental standards & process to fit client needs. They act as a point of escalation and are the go-to experts both internally and externally for matters of complex setup, optimization, and platform nuances. Successful applicants must have a deep expertise across a variety of client KPIs and buying platforms. Examples include DV360, Adwords, The Trade Desk, Roku, Vistar, etc. A history of team management / mentorship and a comfort with internal / external-facing communication are a must!

Responsibilities :

• Assists with the execution and day-to-day management of a portion of client assignment, based on specialized or technical knowledge
• Understands the variety of vendors and their full value proposition
• Manages vendor relationships and conversations single-handedly
• Brings recommendations to customers
• Supports client relationship, host kick off calls, own campaign planning
• Conducts ad hoc / custom reporting for "deep dive" analytics or per agency request
• Designs and delivers performance updates, business reviews, new audience-based addressable solutions and growth opportunity presentations to key agency and client contacts
• Under moderate direction, works within significant limits and authority on assignments of higher complexity and coordination
• Possesses demonstrated knowledge and skills, including product and industry
• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
• May interact directly with clients / agency contacts and provide informal guidance, training and assistance to lower level associates and other functional areas

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We See You : At IPG Mediabrands, we are unified behind a commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging. Together, we shine through a set of shared values and behaviors. We take pride in our responsibility to our clients, communities, and to each other. We embrace differences and recognize the unique value that each of us brings to our community. We encourage you to apply, as unique backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences are welcomed.

Wage and Benefits : We offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family. To give you the ability to better meet your personal needs, and in support of your physical and emotional well-being, you will receive discretionary time off days and company-wide Appreciation Weeks and Wellness Days. We also offer a competitive Total Compensation package, including a competitive salary and eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award or a relevant incentive award.

Salary Range : $70,000$75,000 USD

It is the policy of Mediabrands, division of the Interpublic Group, to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.