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$83K - 110K a year
Lead day-to-day technical partner and project management for programmatic ad tech platforms and teams.
Requires 5+ years agency or related experience with 2+ years programmatic buying and planning and ad tech knowledge.
Job Description: TheSenior Manager, Programmaticis responsible forthe day-to-day technical partner and project management, including but not limited to ad verification management tools, data management platforms, programmatic technology platforms, and ad tech platforms.This position requires effective team management and communication skills and has a focus on leading and delegating team deliverables across multiple agency teams.TheSenior Manager, Programmaticrepresentsa person interested in technology, data, and media agency opportunities and is expected to take part in larger areas of agency development- aiding withadditionalprojects,committeesand task forces. TheSenior Manager,Programmaticis alsoencouraged to contribute ideas and insights that willbenefitour clients. This position requires an individual that has the ability to multitask as well as prioritize requests appropriately, while thriving in a team-based, fastpacedand detail-oriented environment. A successfulSenior Manager, Programmaticis resourceful anddemonstratesthe initiative toparticipatebeyond what is required.TheSenior Manager, Programmaticposition istrainingintensive.Aptitude for learning new skills (both technical and organic) and procedures is essential.TheSenior Manager, Programmaticis expected to be a key resource for both the activation team and internal data sciences teams, as well as the direct client. KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY • Maintain and manage media supply technology partners • Analyze data at a granular level, including working with Excel pivot tables,vlook-ups, conditional formatting, concatenations,etc. • Independently develop andmaintaintimelinesfor all current and future projects,keeping multiple projects on-track and executed ina timelyfashion • Verify andvalidatereports, manage discrepancies, and work as a liaison between the activation and strategy teams • Build comprehensive updates around ad quality, technologypilotsand publisher technology • Manage the completion of ad quality partner reviews, technologyintegrationsand client reporting request • Lead all ad verification/ad tech tests across multiple agency teams • Fluently speak and educate others on the data and audience space as well as different partner capabilities • Become an expert in the AdTech landscape including but not limited to; exchanges, demand side platforms, DMPs, SSPs, and ad verification technology • Lead the integration and adoption of client's audience strategy, including leading meetings & communication • Bring innovative technology solutions to larger agency teams • Work with media platforms to integrate their systems internally • Demonstrate willingness to learn new programmatic technology and systems capabilities • Identifyand troubleshoot potential issues and problems,escalate,and propose solutions where possible • Be the expert in organization,prioritization,and process management EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: • Bachelor's Degree • 5+ years agency or related experience preferred, specifically 2+ years programmatic buying & planning • Ad tech landscape knowledgerequired • Advanced computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook) • Ability to learnserver-based software and tools Theannualsalary range for this position is $82,800-$110,400.Placement within the salary rangeis based on a variety of factors,including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other factorspermittedby law. Benefits available with this position include: Medical, vision, and dental insurance, Life insurance, Short-term and long-term disability insurance, 401k, Flexiblepaidtimeoff, At least 15paid holidays per year, Paid sickand safeleave, and Paid parentalleave. Dentsu alsocomplieswithapplicable state and local lawsregardingemployee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time offpursuant tothe Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act,in accordance withits plans and policies.Forfurther detailsregardingDentsu benefits, please visit www.dentsubenefitsplus.com. To begin the application process, please click on the "Apply" button at the top of this job posting. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted fornextsteps. #LI-AD5 Location: Detroit Brand: Carat Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent Dentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. 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This job posting was last updated on 7/17/2026