Programmatic Manager

Company description

We are the ROI agency, a position we have proudly held true since 2005. Our more than 6,000 specialists across 95 markets offer unparalleled capabilities in Media, Data, Technology, Commerce and Content. We put effectiveness at the heart of our work to solve complex challenges, drive successful business outcomes, and grow our clients’ businesses.

Over the years, we have evolved our definition of ROI, as it has changed with the ever‑complicated communications landscape. ROI is no longer simply about the most efficient planning, buying and reporting of media.

Yes, ROI is about delivering Return on Investment; but it’s also about going beyond to deliver a

Return on Imagination and more integrated experiences that inspire Growth. Top‑line growth

for our clients’ businesses, growth for our people, and growth for our culture.

Powered by our best‑in‑class proprietary tools and data, our work spans the full spectrum of media communications, from analytics, data and technology to performance marketing, content and superior trading.

This breadth means we deliver Insight that lies at the intersection of consumer, category, and brand, attributing every budget to stronger business outcomes.

It means we deliver more creative media solutions that bring together best‑in‑class strategy, planning and the power of Publicis Groupe to ensure distinct and more personal brand experiences for our clients.

It means we adopt new data analytics and value optimisation techniques while building

relationships with some of the world’s most exciting start‑ups. We leverage over 30 years of media planning expertise to go beyond traditional media solutions and deliver a Return on Investment that is both forward‑thinking and accountable to our clients.

At Zenith, we ultimately seek out a more meaningful kind of ROI. Our unique way of thinking inspires growth for some of the world’s leading brands, including Coty, Electrolux, Essity, Lactalis, Luxottica, Nestlé, Nomad Foods, Reckitt, Tik Tok and Verizon.

This role works across Spotify and a new business win.

• Spotify is a leading global audio‑streaming platform, offering on‑demand access to over 100 million tracks, podcasts and audio books to hundreds of millions of users worldwide. It operates a freemium model, combining ad‑funded listening with paid subscriptions across 180+ markets.

The Programmatic Manager is a key role across both accounts – taking lead responsibility for end‑to‑end programmatic planning and account management, while closely overseeing activation teams based in India and Colombia.

You will be the London point‑person for all things Programmatic, with direct client contact and day‑to‑day responsibility for building strong relationships with the Client, Digital Hub teams, and counterparts across the wider Digital Activation team (Social and Search).

This role offers the chance to plan and own dynamic performance and brand campaigns across Display, Video, Connected TV and DOOH for two exciting, but very different, brands. You’ll take end‑to‑end ownership of operations, inspire and lead a small offshore team, and learn from a wider agency group working with leading data‑driven clients.

• Manage end‑to‑end account responsibilities, including client relationships, media planning, operations, team management, finance, and reporting.
• Act as the programmatic expert, advising clients on campaign performance, optimization, and strategy to meet business objectives.
• Lead programmatic strategy and planning, ensuring alignment and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Own the campaign lifecycle, from setup and asset coordination to reporting and financial reconciliation.
• Inspire and lead the offshore activation team, fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable environment.
• Contribute to the development and initiatives of the Zenith Global Programmatic Team through case studies, training, and team projects.

• Proficient in major DSPS (i.e., Google’s DV360, Amazon AAP, Tradedesk) and extensive knowledge of the RTB and wider programmatic landscape.
• Previous experience working directly with clients is preferred.
• Strong…