The Position
We are currently seeking a Manager, Programmatic responsible for refining and executing KAYAKs Programmatic strategy, growing off-site monetization, developing best practices for trafficking & optimizing campaigns, and developing processes to allocate partner media budgets. Reporting to the Senior Director of Commercial, this role will involve regular collaboration and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities
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Lead the day to day operations of our audience extension ad product, including managing and training team members
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Collaborate closely with sales team to build and maintain relationships with clients that include ongoing strategic consultation and support
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Ability to adjust as role and business needs evolve
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Assist in conducting regular evaluations of retargeting programs and pricing strategies, identify new opportunities, and present recommendations for growth (i.e. new technologies, improved optimization, ad placement audits, etc.)
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Establish role as industry expert on future of data privacy and online tracking tools
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Manage relationships with key data partners
Education and Experience
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Experience (5+ years) in planning, buying and optimizing display, social and online video campaigns
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Working knowledge of the fundamentals of ad serving and ad tracking
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Core understanding of digital media measurement and how it relates to business results
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Strong Excel skills in data and campaign analysis. Exposure to SQL/Hive considered a plus (but not essential)
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Experience and knowledge of the technical aspects of digital media and the digital marketplace, including online and mobile products
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Agency experience a plus
Skills
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Entrepreneurial and nimble - thrives in unstructured, fast-paced environments
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Passionate - Shows great interest in advertising, analytics and is constantly up-to-speed on changing Ad Tech landscape
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Reliable, with a can-do attitude - no matter how small the task, shows great follow-through and things just get done -- all with a positive attitude
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Detail Oriented - able to balance multiple tasks with precision and stay organized
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Solution oriented - never gives up, comes prepared with suggestions to solve any issues
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Problem-solver - superior problem solver; able to drive decisions with fact-based insights
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Great communicator - Strong communication, collaboration, and decision making skills with the ability to problem-solve creatively
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Team player - collaborative and able to roll up their sleeves to get things done
About KAYAK
At KAYAK we help millions of travelers around the globe make confident travel decisions. KAYAK searches other sites to show travelers the information they need to find the right flights, hotels, rental cars and vacation packages and is the world's leading travel search engine.
As an employee of KAYAK, you will be part of a global network that includes OpenTable and KAYAK's portfolio of metasearch brands including Swoodoo, checkfelix, momondo, Cheapflights, Mundi and HotelsCombined. Many employees are dedicated to one brand, but we all have the benefit of using each others strengths and insights. Together, were able to help people experience the world through dining and travel.
KAYAK is an independently managed subsidiary of Booking Holdings.
Diversity and Inclusion at OpenTable/ KAYAK
We aspire to have a workplace that reflects all of the diverse communities we serve. We know that when we have diverse teams we produce more innovative ideas, products, services, and better business outcomes for our stakeholders. OpenTable/KAYAK is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for roles on our team. Whoever you are, just be you.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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