Account Director Demand (US)

Who We Are

Verve has created a more efficient and privacy-focused way to buy and monetize advertising. Verve is an ecosystem of demand and supply technologies fusing data media and technology together to deliver results and growth to both advertisers and publishersno matter the screen or location no matter who what or where a customer is. With 30 offices across the globe and with an eye on servicing forward-thinking advertising customers Verves solutions are trusted by more than 90 of the United States top 100 advertisers 4000 publishers globally and the worlds top demand-side platforms. Learn more at .

Who You Are

We are looking for an Account Director with deep SSP experience who has directly managed strategic DSP partnerships. This is not a generic account management role - this is a revenue-driving relationship-building growth-focused position on the SSP side owning and expanding our demand partnerships with major DSPs and trade desks.

This is Ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of commercial strategy partnerships and technical depth.

You are:

• A strategic thinker who understands the SSP DSP ecosystem

• A relationship builder with strong communication and influencing skills

• Data-driven and comfortable with performance metrics and deal optimization

• Self-starter who can own partnerships end-to-end

• Commercially focused with a hunter mindset (not just maintenance)

• Collaborative curious and excited to build something meaningful

What You Will Do

• Own and grow DSP partnerships to increase revenue deal volume and long-term value

• Develop and execute demand strategies that maximize SSP inventory performance

• Negotiate and manage PMPs SPO initiatives and private marketplace deals

• Build deep relationships with DSP account teams trading leads and product stakeholders

• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal product yield marketing and operations teams

• Analyze performance data and provide strategic optimizations and insights

• Serve as the voice of the DSP partner internally to influence product and roadmap decisions

• Identify new opportunities in emerging formats (CTV in-app DOOH ID-less SKAN etc.)

• Represent Verve in-market at meetings business reviews and industry events

What You Will Bring

• 68 years of experience in digital advertising with a strong background in programmatic demand DSP relationships and/or agency account management.
  Proven track record of driving retention and revenue growth within key accounts.

• Strong understanding of the programmatic ecosystem including DSPs data mobile in-app CTV and measurement partners.

• Ability to engage executive-level stakeholders and lead strategic conversations that translate into long-term client value.
  Skilled at managing complex client needs in a fast-paced high-growth environment.

• Exceptional communication negotiation and presentation skills.

What We Offer

Just a few of the benefits waiting for you at Verve:

• Stay healthy and covered with our comprehensive Medical Dental Vision Disability Life and other Insurances

• Support your long-term financial security with our 401(k) Retirement plan with company match

• Save on everyday expenses with pre-tax FSA plans for Healthcare Dependent care and Commuting

• Pick what matters most to you in our Fringe Personalized Benefits Platform with a budget of $100/month: lifestyle fitness hobbies travel and more

• Recharge with 13 paid holidays unlimited PTO and 3 Wellness Days throughout the year

• Enjoy peace of mind with paid Parental Leave for lifes important milestones

• and even more reasons to join us!

The salary range for this position is USD 160-180K OTE per annum. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience.

Verve provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

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