Programmatic Specialist at WPP Media

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>About WPP Media</strong></p> <p>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 our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth. </p> <p>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.</p> <p>For more information, visit <a href="wppmedia.com">wppmedia.com</a>.</p></div><p style="line-height: 1;"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Job Title:&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Programmatic Specialist</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Company:&nbsp;</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">WPP Media South Africa</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Location:&nbsp;</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Johannesburg, South Africa</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Reports To:&nbsp;</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Media Solutions Lead</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">The Opportunity: Your</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">&nbsp;Impact</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>At WPP Media, we are the AI-driven heart of the world’s leading growth partner for brands. We are seeking a true programmatic expert to join our team, someone who lives and breathes data, optimisation, and performance.&nbsp;</p> <p>This isn't just an activation role. You will be the engine of our clients' programmatic success, responsible for the flawless end-to-end strategy, execution, and optimisation of campaigns. You will act as a steward of major media investments, translating complex data into tangible business growth and shaping the future of our clients' advertising.&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities):</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="•" data-font="WPP-Regular" data-listid="50" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;WPP-Regular&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;•&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">End-to-End Campaign Management: Flawlessly plan, set up, and execute programmatic campaigns across video and display, with a sharp focus on Real-Time Bidding (RTB).</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="•" data-font="WPP-Regular" data-listid="50" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;WPP-Regular&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;•&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Strategic Optimization: Continuously analyze campaign data to identify strategic optimizations, manage yield, and maximize ROI against client business objectives.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="•" data-font="WPP-Regular" data-listid="50" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;WPP-Regular&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;•&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Platform Mastery: Manage day-to-day operations and build strong relationships with core DSPs, SSPs, agency trading desks, and other media partners.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="•" data-font="WPP-Regular" data-listid="50" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;WPP-Regular&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;•&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Technical Execution: Own the technical details, including inventory and marketplace setup, audience segmentation, and implementing advanced data targeting strategies.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="•" data-font="WPP-Regular" data-listid="50" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;WPP-Regular&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;•&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Insight &amp; Consultation: Serve as the in-house expert on all things programmatic, providing strategic recommendations to senior teams and clients, and helping to win new business.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="•" data-font="WPP-Regular" data-listid="50" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;WPP-Regular&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;•&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Innovation &amp; Growth: Evaluate new platforms, partners, and technologies to ensure WPP Media and our clients remain at the cutting edge of the industry.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height: 1;"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Who You Are (Core Requirements &amp; Qualifications):</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">We are looking for a hands-on practitioner with a deep passion for the programmatic landscape.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Essential Experience:&nbsp;</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="•" data-font="WPP-Regular" data-listid="44" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;WPP-Regular&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;•&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Minimum 3 years of dedicated, hands-on-keyboard experience in a programmatic buying or trading role.&nbsp;</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="•" data-font="WPP-Regular" data-listid="44" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;WPP-Regular&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;•&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">DSP Expertise: Demonstrable, advanced-level experience with at least one major DSP is essential. Primarily Google Display &amp; Video 360 (DV360); experience with The Trade Desk is also highly valued.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="•" data-font="WPP-Regular" data-listid="44" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;WPP-Regular&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;•&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Technical Acumen: Strong, practical understanding of the entire programmatic ecosystem (SSPs, Ad Exchanges, DMPs), ad-serving, and tag management.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="•" data-font="WPP-Regular" data-listid="44" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;WPP-Regular&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;•&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Analytical Mindset: Proven ability to analyse complex datasets and translate performance data into actionable insights and clear, concise reports.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Highly Advantageous (Bonus Points):</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="•" data-font="WPP-Regular" data-listid="44" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;WPP-Regular&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;•&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Official certifications (e.g., Google DV360, Google Ads).</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="•" data-font="WPP-Regular" data-listid="46" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;WPP-Regular&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;•&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Experience with Google Tag Manager (GTM).</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="•" data-font="WPP-Regular" data-listid="46" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;WPP-Regular&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;•&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Client-facing experience and strong presentation skills.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="•" data-font="WPP-Regular" data-listid="46" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;WPP-Regular&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;•&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Why Join Us at WPP Media?</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">We believe the best work happens when our people are empowered to grow.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559738&quot;:4}"></span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="•" data-font="WPP-Regular" data-listid="52" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;WPP-Regular&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;•&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Master Your Craft: We don't just offer a job; we offer a career trajectory. Get access to WPP's global network and unparalleled training resources to earn certifications and become a leader in the field.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559738&quot;:4}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="•" data-font="WPP-Regular" data-listid="52" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;WPP-Regular&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;•&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Title">Work on a Global Stage: Manage campaigns for some of the world's most iconic brands, seeing the direct impact of your expertise on their success.</span></span></li> <li data-leveltext="•" data-font="WPP-Regular" data-listid="52" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;WPP-Regular&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;•&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">A Culture of Collaboration: Join a forward-thinking team that values curiosity and initiative. We foster a supportive environment where you can share ideas, tackle challenges, and celebrate wins together.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Tangible Benefits: We provide comprehensive benefits, including competitive medical and retirement plans, generous paid time off, and a clear commitment to your well-being and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559738&quot;:4}"></span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p></p> <p><span class="TextRun SCXW227196529 BCX8" lang="EN-CA" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW227196529 BCX8">Please read our <a href="https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy#:~:text=WPP%20Media%20Privacy%20Notice%20for%20Recruitment">Privacy Notice</a></span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW227196529 BCX8" lang="EN-CA" data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;<span class="NormalTextRun SCXW227196529 BCX8">for more information on how we process the information you provide.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW227196529 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></p></div>