Assistant Buyer, Programmatic Buying, HX

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are currently seeking an Assistant Programmatic Buyer to support RTB optimization and strategy for the Constellation brand at Horizon Media. This role drives execution and improvement of ad-exchange media buying (banner, video, and mobile) for Constellation Beer and Wine.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Main Responsibilities:

60% Buying and Optimization

• Support planning, buying and optimization of programmatic media across a portfolio of brands for the Constellations Brand
• Collaborate with Constellation direct site planners and Constellation brand team on RTB data strategy and premium-programmatic media plans
• Support the documentation of optimizations and learnings
• Educate internal and external clients on DSP capabilities and routine optimization

20% Trafficking and Reporting

• Implement best practices for bidding, budget management, ad operations and reporting
• Use reporting to make analytical decisions that lead to key optimizations and improved campaign performance

20% Client Service

• Design and implement strategies to improve performance for clients, supporting recommendations with results data

Supervisory Responsibilities

Train more junior assistants and intern level programmatic buyers

Knowledge and Skills Required

Proven ability to make data driven decisions based on analytical data

Some knowledge of the programmatic space and understanding of the self-service DSP model

Some advertising experience

Proven ability to thrive in highly collaborative work environments

Preference to work on the disruptive side of business, with new DSP technology

Knowledge of statistical concepts relevant for optimization, as well as scientific testing in live media environments

Certificates, licenses and registrations

There are no requirements for certificates, licenses and registrations

Proven ability to thrive in highly collaborative work environments

Proven ability to thrive in highly collaborative work environments

Physical Activity and Work Environment

There are no requirements for physical activity and work environment.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Horizon Media is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Salary Range

$40,000.00 - $50,000.00

A successful applicant’s actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure/certifications, and equity. As an organization, we take an aptitude and competency-based hiring approach. We provide a competitive total rewards package including a discretionary bonus and a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, company paid holidays and unlimited paid time off (PTO), mental health and wellness resources, pet insurance, childcare resources, identity theft insurance, fertility assistance programs, and fitness reimbursement.