Ad Operations Manager

Ad Operations Manager | Strategy and Operations

Role Overview

The Ad Operations Manager is both a strategic architect and a hands-on operator. You will own platform strategy, campaign execution excellence, and scalable process design. This is a rare opportunity for a technical expert and process leader who thrives on building systems, mentoring teams, and leading innovation in a high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities

DSP Management

• Lead strategic setup, QA rigor, and optimization across DSPs like The Trade Desk, Basis, and DV360.

DCO Strategy & Execution

• Own dynamic creative operations using platforms like Clinch, Flashtalking, or Jivox in partnership with Strategy and Creative teams.

Operational System Design

• Develop, implement, and refine SOPs that improve speed, accuracy, and scalability across the campaign lifecycle.

Performance Measurement & Optimization

• Partner with Analytics to connect clean data ingestion with actionable reporting and performance loops.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Act as a strategic liaison across Strategy, Buying, Analytics, and Creative to deliver tightly aligned campaign plans.

Tech Stack Innovation

• Continuously evaluate, test, and implement new tools and vendors to enhance our ad tech stack.

Internal Enablement & Mentorship

• Provide training on platforms and workflows; lead onboarding and ongoing upskilling of team members.

Success Metrics

• 98%+ QA pass rate pre-launch

• Trafficking errors and delays reduced quarter-over-quarter

• Faster, more scalable campaign setup via robust documentation and tooling

• Demonstrated performance lift from DCO improvements (e.g., CTR, CPA)

• High internal adoption of new processes

• Go-to team leader for platform strategy and execution

Requirements

Experience:

• 4 6 years in digital media buying, 3+ years in programmatic and DSP ops

• Proven DCO execution across template-, feed-, and rule-based systems

• Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional media environments

Skills:

• Deep DSP experience (The Trade Desk preferred)

• Hands-on DCO fluency (Clinch a plus)

• Strong pixel/tag management (GTM, data layers)

• Knowledge of ad servers and measurement tools

• Proficiency with project mgmt. tools (Notion, Monday, Jira, Asana)

• Mid-to-advanced Google Sheets and dashboard familiarity (Looker, Tableau, Domo, etc.)

Education:

• Bachelor s in Marketing, Communications, or equivalent experience

• Certifications (Google Ads, Meta Blueprint, etc.) a plus

Compensation

• Competitive base salary based on experience

• Commission tied to the book of business managed

• 100% paid health, dental, and vision insurance

• Generous stock option grant

Ideal Candidate Qualities

• Strategic Builder You design systems that scale.

• Operational Leader You lead by example, with precision.

• Technically Fluent You translate complexity into clarity.

• Collaborative Communicator You align stakeholders and expectations.

• Proactive Innovator You pilot new workflows and tools.

• Composed Executor You thrive under pressure and meet deadlines with poise.

Final Note

This is a role for someone who doesn t just want to optimize ads, but to shape the operational future of a high-performing ad tech team. You ll have the runway to lead, the tools to innovate, and the opportunity to create lasting impact.

If this sounds like your next step, we want to meet you.