Havas Media Network · 1 day ago
Programmatic Director
Havas Media Network is seeking a Director of Programmatic Media who will lead the programmatic team with a focus on media planning and buying. The role involves ensuring service level agreements are met, fostering accountability, and collaborating with internal stakeholders and clients to create innovative solutions.
Responsibilities
Work closely with Client Experience, MarTech, and Analytics teams to ensure the programmatic team delivers cutting-edge, integrated digital technology solutions. You will foster a culture of innovation and best practices, placing them at the core of all recommendations
Act as the primary point of contact for all client-related issues, ensuring exceptional service delivery, and building strong, long-lasting client relationships
Lead the evaluation of programmatic media within the context of overall campaign strategy to achieve optimal outcomes for clients' business objectives
Take ownership of the programmatic team's output, driving account strategy, campaign quality, process adoption, and client communication
Foster the development and growth of the team through regular catchups and individualized growth plans
Manage the smooth onboarding of new team members, scheduling comprehensive training plans, and conducting regular checkpoint meetings to evaluate their progress within the team
Proactively manage expectations with clients and client teams regarding project timelines and scope of work, effectively communicating any potential changes or challenges that may arise
Work closely with the VP, Programmatic to ensure proper staffing levels and address concerns proactively
Contribute to new business efforts by conducting research, developing strategies, and actively participating in pitches to showcase the programmatic team's capabilities
Cultivate a culture of thought leadership and mentorship within the team, actively participating in meetings and fostering knowledge-sharing across functions
Enforce rigorous quality assurance to ensure error-free delivery of campaigns, maintaining best-in-class standards
Drive programmatic discussions and advocate for technology adoption within the Havas Performance Investment Team
Develop comprehensive budget plans across platforms and partners to achieve Havas' commercial targets for managed accounts
Identify training and learning opportunities for the team to enhance their skills and knowledge
Assist the Head of Programmatic in distributing updates and best practices among the team, ensuring comprehension and seamless adoption of procedures
Provide guidance and coaching to programmatic supervisors and associate directors, ensuring the delivery of well-thought-out media recommendations and performance reports
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 8 years of experience in programmatic media planning and buying
Demonstrated expertise in managing and coaching high-performing teams
High attention to detail
Comprehensive understanding of various media channels, including video, search and social allowing you to speak to media in a broader sense
Exceptional leadership skills to effectively represent and champion the Programmatic team within the organization
Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities to drive innovative solutions for clients' challenges
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple clients and tasks efficiently
Company
Havas Media Network
Havas Media Network specializes in programmatic purchasing, mobile, data consultancy, performance marketing, and social media.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-12-05
2025-09-29
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