Manager, Data Strategy

New York City, NY (Hybrid)

$60K/yr – $140K/yrManager3+ years expFull time

Posted 17 hrs ago

Job Summary

Own and drive data driven audience strategy across planning and activation, turning insights into actionable definitions, workflows, and optimized campaigns.

  • Lead cross functional teams to activate campaigns
  • Leverage syndicated tools and proprietary platforms to generate insights
  • Ensure data accuracy and regulatory compliance

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Create and execute audience strategies, including deriving insights, defining audience logic, and collaborating with internal teams to activate campaigns.
  • Leverage syndicated tools (e.g., MRI Simmons, GWI, Numerator) and proprietary platforms (e.g., WPP Open) to generate audience insights and targeting recommendations.
  • Translate human insights into actionable audience definitions, ensuring alignment with campaign objectives and regulatory requirements.
  • Manage the flow of data from providers into activation platforms, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
  • Design and oversee testing frameworks to evaluate audience performance, providing recommendations for optimization.
  • Monitor match rates and syndication processes to minimize data loss and maximize campaign effectiveness.
  • Serve as a key point of contact for Johnson & Johnson, presenting insights and recommendations in a clear and compelling manner.
  • Build strong relationships with client stakeholders, addressing their needs and providing proactive solutions.
  • Partner with planning, activation, and analytics teams to ensure seamless execution of data-driven strategies.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance workflows, streamline processes, and improve operational efficiency.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Business, Liberal Arts, or a related field; OR equivalent professional work experience.
  • 3–5 years of experience in data strategy, media planning, or programmatic advertising, preferably within a healthcare or pharma environment.
  • Strong understanding of DSPs, Ad Serving, and Audience Activation
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience in client-facing roles.
  • Analytical mindset with proficiency in Excel and familiarity with data visualization tools.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
  • Curiosity and a passion for learning, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Familiarity with healthcare regulations and compliance considerations is a plus.

Preferred

  • Familiarity with healthcare regulations and compliance considerations is a plus.

Benefits

  • Our benefits include competitive medical, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.
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Manager, Data Strategy

WPP Media · New York City, NY · Hybrid