Implementation & Activation Manager (programmatic) at WPP Production

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Programmatic, DV360, The Trade Desk, Data Activation, Audience Design, Operational Leadership, Digital Media, Ad Tech, Data Reconciliation, Governance Management, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills

Industry

Advertising Services

Description

About WPP WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com. Explore your future with Mindshare, part of WPP Media. If this role isn’t 100% aligned, apply anyway and we’ll add you to a specific Talent Pool so we can collaborate on future available positions. Join us and be the operational powerhouse that drives award-winning work for one of the world's most loved brands. About WPP Media WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com. WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values: Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity. Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust. Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise. About Mindshare: A Leading WPP Media Brand Mindshare delivers Good Growth for its clients. As “Growth Architects," we drive growth that benefits all stakeholders — better for people, planet, and business — by using media with intention. This approach creates more meaningful connections with consumers, increases consumer trust in the brand, and delivers better outcomes for all stakeholders. The Role Location: Sydney We have found a great balance of embracing flexible working whilst also maintaining in-office collaboration with most teams meeting in the office 3 days per week. Dive straight into high-impact campaigns for our iconic client, IKEA, including their huge End of Financial Year sale and annual planning. Become the go-to guru for operational efficiency, ensuring our video and audio campaigns run flawlessly across platforms like DV360 and The Trade Desk. Champion data accuracy and campaign integrity, leading everything from setup and tracking to post-campaign quality assurance checks. Collaborate with our 11-person strong IKEA team, working together to solve complex technical challenges and streamline processes. Own the global governance playbook, making sure our campaign delivery and data management are consistent and best-in-class across all markets. Ideal Skills and Experience This role is perfect for a curious, forward-thinking, and detail-obsessed individual who is proactive, adaptive, and loves making a tangible impact. We’re also looking for; A true programmatic expert with platform mastery of DV360 and The Trade Desk, who lives and breathes data activation and audience design. An operational leader with several years of experience in digital media or ad tech, obsessed with quality, efficiency, and process improvement. A data detective with a knack for reconciling complex data, managing governance, and ensuring absolute accuracy from start to finish. A natural collaborator and stakeholder manager who thrives in a team environment and enjoys working through problems together. A commercially-minded pro with sharp analytical skills who can connect campaign tactics directly to brilliant business outcomes. Life at WPP Media & Benefits Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. Please read our Privacy Notice (https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy) for more information on how we process the information you provide. What We Offer At Mindshare ANZ, we offer a competitive salary package, with 20 days holiday increasing with service to a maximum of 25 days, with the option to purchase extra leave of up to 4 weeks per year. We also offer a flexible working environment, paid parental leave, flexible public holidays, birthday leave and early finishes during the summer months. These are just some of the great perks you can utilise. Based on the south side of the bridge in Barangaroo, our office has beautiful views of Sydney Harbour and is a great space to hang out with colleagues and friends! We have a culture of learning where we invest in your career growth and development through a range of learning and development opportunities. We offer a supportive and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and collaboration and we provide mental wellness support via our Employee Assistance Program. Our Commitment We want you to have the best opportunity to show us your skills and talents, please let us know if there is anything we can do to make the application/interview process work for you. Should you require any adjustments throughout the process, please collaborate with our hiring team who will be happy to assist. Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't meet all the criteria. Here, we strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested: we'd love to know how you can positively impact our team with your experience! We believe that diversity is vital and positively influences the environment in which we operate. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment that is free of discrimination, harassment or bullying. Race, colour, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or veteran status have no bearing on our hiring decisions, we encourage all applicants. #LI-Promoted Please read our Privacy Notice for more information on how we process the information you provide.

Responsibilities

This role involves driving high-impact campaigns for IKEA, focusing on operational efficiency for video and audio campaigns across platforms like DV360 and The Trade Desk. The manager will champion data accuracy, lead setup and tracking, conduct post-campaign quality assurance, and own the global governance playbook for consistent campaign delivery.