Programmatic Platforms Manager (Hybrid @ Bellevue, WA)

OfferUp is seeking a Programmatic Platforms Manager to own, optimize and grow OfferUp’s programmatic advertising revenue.   As an OfferUp Advertising team member, you will own the day to day management of key partnerships that contribute to OfferUp's programmatic advertising revenue . You will be responsible for monitoring partner performance, identifying revenue optimization and growth opportunities, and working closely with product management to ensure partner compliance. You will be responsible for developing and fostering strong relationships with our partners and be comfortable communicating and working across all levels of the organization.  As a Programmatic Platforms Manager responsible for developing and growing revenue partnerships you will work with and partner across many internal functions at OfferUp ranging from Engineering, Finance, Product, and Legal.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in maximizing revenue and eCPM performance from third party partners inclusive of SSPs, DSPs, Header Bidding, and Mediation platforms for both App and Web properties. 

Experience in the setup and management of  sell-side partners, through a variety of programmatic integrations, including header-bidding channels.  Exhibit strong analytical as well as interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced, innovative climate to problem solve to successful outcomes. The role will require expertise  in working with senior level leadership at our partners and internal and external team project management.

• →Strategic Partner Management: Own the day-to-day management of key partnerships, monitoring performance and identifying revenue optimization, growth opportunities, and help troubleshoot technical issues.
• →Platform Optimization: Setup and manage sell-side partners through a variety of programmatic integrations, including SDK integrations and header-bidding channels, to maximize revenue and eCPM performance.
• →Yield & Performance Analysis: Test and perform yield analysis to determine optimal integrations for each partner and contribute to the overall revenue strategy.   Provide monthly and quarterly performance reviews to internal stakeholders.
• →Technical Implementation & Troubleshooting: Actively debug display and video ad delivery, resolving issues related to bid responses, creative rendering, and measurement.
• →Ad Quality & User Trust: Monitor and maintain ad quality across the portfolio, acting as a steward for user trust by enforcing quality standards and updating blocklists.
• →Strategic Development: Own the partnership management process and playbook to build a diversified partner strategy.

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Professional Experience: 5 or more years experience working in Programmatic Advertising focused on Ad Operations and/or Revenue or Yield Management at an online publisher, SSP or DSP.  
• Industry Expertise: Proven practical experience setting up and optimizing sell-side programmatic channels and expert-level knowledge of ad server management.
• Technical Aptitude: Hands-on knowledge of ad technologies and how to troubleshoot and debug integrations. Expertise in mobile SDKs or Google Ad Manager is a plus.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent quantitative skills and a strong background in using data-driven insights to drive strategic decisions.
• Interpersonal Skills: Proven ability to establish credibility with both business and technical owners and communicate effectively across all levels of an organization.

This role reports to the VP of Advertising and Business Development,  is based in Bellevue, WA, and requires some domestic travel.

• Top 10 Shopping app in the App Store and Google Play Store for three years
• 15%+ of adults in several major markets use OfferUp every month (LA, Miami, Phoenix, Seattle, Las Vegas, Riverside, Orlando)
• OfferUp works directly with nearly 2000 US law enforcement agencies to build trust in local communities

OfferUp is unleashing the power of local, and we’ve built a dynamic team to do it. To learn more about working at OfferUp, check out https://about.offerup.com/people 

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