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Programmatic Operations Lead

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Posted 2 days ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Farnborough, Hampshire GU14 0HS, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Programmatic Operations Lead position is a hybrid role based in Farnborough, requiring three days a week onsite.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in programmatic advertising and display marketing, ideally with a strong understanding of ad tech platforms.
  • The role involves managing and optimizing traffic across programmatic and display channels, with a focus on driving ROI and automation.
  • The salary for this position ranges from £55,000 to £65,000 depending on experience, along with a generous benefits package.
  • Applicants should be comfortable in fast-paced environments and have experience managing large-scale CPC and CPM budgets.
Programmatic Operations LeadLocation: Hybrid – 3 days a week onsite in FarnboroughAre you an expert in programmatic advertising and display marketing, with a passion for optimising digital performance and driving ROI? We’re looking for a Programmatic Operations Lead to join one of the UK’s leading SaaS organisations, taking ownership of multi-market programmatic and display operations, and helping shape a high-impact, data-driven arbitrage strategy.The RoleAs the Programmatic Operations Lead, you’ll be responsible for managing and optimising traffic across programmatic and display channels. This is a hands-on, analytical role with an initial manual component (approx. 80%) and a longer-term aim to move towards greater automation (30–40% manual). You’ll work cross-functionally with teams across product, engineering, sales, and analytics to scale programmatic performance, develop automation, and improve ROI across markets.Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and optimise programmatic and display traffic across publisher networks.
  • Adjust bids, budgets, and segmentation daily to maximise ROI and margins.
  • Lead a small but growing team, providing strategic direction and hands-on support.
  • Identify opportunities to scale programmatic and display operations effectively.
  • Drive integration with automation tools and internal systems to enhance performance.
  • Collaborate across departments to shape tools, strategies, and partner relationships.
About You
  • Proven experience in programmatic advertising and display marketing.
  • Strong understanding of ad tech platforms, DSPs, SSPs, and real-time bidding.
  • Commercially minded with experience managing large-scale CPC and CPM budgets.
  • Highly data-driven, with a track record of improving margins and efficiency.
  • Experience with ad feeds, job board ecosystems, or performance arbitrage is a plus.
  • Comfortable working in fast-paced environments with high levels of autonomy.
Attributes We Value
  • Strategic thinker with sharp analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable testing bold new ideas.
  • Collaborative leader who thrives in cross-functional teams.
In return, you’ll receive a competitive salary of £55,000 – £65,000 (DOE) plus a generous benefits package including an enhanced pension scheme.If you have the programmatic and display expertise to thrive in this role, apply now with your CV – we’d love to hear from you!If you are interested please apply ASAP. The People Network is an employment agency and will respond to all applicants within three - five working days. If you do not hear within these timescales please feel free to get in touch.

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