Media Buyer

New City, NY (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 22 hrs ago

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Job Summary

Own end-to-end programmatic campaigns from setup to optimization, collaborating with marketing teams, and delivering performance insights; manage budgets, troubleshooting, and reporting while staying current with industry trends.

  • Campaign planning and execution across DSPs
  • Performance-driven optimization and reporting
  • Cross-functional collaboration with marketing teams

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Plan, execute, and optimize programmatic media campaigns using leading demand-side platforms (DSPs).
  • Manage multiple concurrent advertising campaigns from campaign setup through launch, optimization, and final reporting.
  • Manage campaign budgets and pacing to ensure optimal performance while meeting established business objectives.
  • Monitor campaign delivery and analyze performance metrics to identify trends, optimization opportunities, and measurable business outcomes.
  • Troubleshoot campaign delivery issues, ad serving errors, and reporting discrepancies to ensure seamless campaign execution.
  • Optimize campaigns based on performance data, audience insights, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Partner closely with internal marketing teams to align media strategies with broader business goals and digital marketing initiatives.
  • Coordinate cross-functional timelines and project plans to ensure campaigns launch successfully and on schedule.
  • Develop detailed campaign performance reports and present findings, recommendations, and optimization strategies to internal stakeholders.
  • Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and evolving best practices within the programmatic advertising ecosystem.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
  • 3+ years of experience in programmatic media buying.
  • Hands-on experience with leading DSP platforms such as The Trade Desk, DV360, MediaMath, or similar technologies.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
  • Experience with campaign reporting, performance analytics, and data analysis tools.
  • Strong understanding of real-time bidding (RTB), audience targeting, and digital ad exchanges.
  • Ability to manage multiple campaigns and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
  • Solid understanding of digital marketing metrics, campaign optimization, and performance measurement.

Preferred

  • Experience working with enterprise-scale digital advertising campaigns.
  • Experience using additional DSP platforms within complex digital marketing environments.
  • Strong understanding of campaign attribution, optimization strategies, and digital advertising analytics.
  • Experience presenting campaign insights and strategic recommendations to marketing stakeholders.
  • Experience working within large, matrixed organizations supporting multiple business initiatives.
  • Ability to thrive in highly analytical, fast-paced environments while balancing multiple priorities.

Benefits

  • Two weeks paid vacation and 10 federal holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with matching contributions
  • Home office expense reimbursement
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Derflan, Inc.

We deliver strategic solutions across marketing, sales, business operations, project management, and technology—with a reputation for excellence among Fortune 500 clients.Founded in 2007, we’ve built a firm focused on real relationships, measurable impact, and long-term success. Whether supporting high-impact teams at Microsoft, Amazon, Google, or beyond, we consistently roll up our sleeves and deliver results that matter.What sets us apart:•Deep Client Relationships: We work closely with top teams to shape meaningful, industry-defining work.•Longevity & Growth: Over 60% of our consultants have been with us for 3+ years. We help you grow, not stall out.•Proactive, Personal Support: You’re never just a name in the system. We’re in your corner from day one.•Enterprise Experience, Startup Grit: Our team blends strategy with action—we don’t just advise, we deliver.For more information about our services or employment, visit https://derflan.com.

Founded in 2002
Bellevue, Washington, USA
47 employees (4 in marketing)

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Marketing Team

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