Senior Account Executive, Business Development, Agency

Posted 23 Days Ago
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Chicago, IL
In-Office
77K-141K Annually
Senior level
AdTech
We help brands and their agencies deliver more relevant ads to audiences everywhere, across devices.
The Role
The Senior Account Executive will build client relationships, respond to RFPs, identify up-selling opportunities, and communicate the platform's value while collaborating cross-functionally and managing forecasts.
Summary Generated by Built In

The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. How? With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers –– and sets a new standard for global reach, accuracy, and transparency. We are proud of the culture we have built. We value the unique experiences and perspectives that each person brings to The Trade Desk, and we are committed to fostering inclusive spaces where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work every day.

So, if you are talented, driven, creative, and eager to join a dynamic, globally-connected team, then we want to talk!

What you’ll do:

  • Acquire, build, and cultivate relationships with clients at Publicis (Spark) and brands
  • Work collaboratively with TTD client services team to cultivate and grow existing accounts
  • Take the lead in responding to RFP’s or new agency opportunities, including qualification & win strategy
  • Identify and close strategic up-selling opportunities by understanding core client business needs
  • Communicate the value of The Trade Desk media buying platform through capabilities presentations and product demonstrations
  • Identify and develop the company’s unique selling propositions and differentiators using knowledge of the market and competitive landscape
  • Coordinate global account discussions with go-to-market counterparts across the world when applicable
  • Participate in product road map build out discussions based on client needs with senior leadership, product, & engineering
  • Work closely with product, marketing and revenue teams to constantly optimize efforts relating to company-wide goals
  • Accurately manage and communicate monthly forecasts and pipeline
  • Contribute to The Trade Desk culture by bringing your full self

Who you are:

  • 5-8+ years of experience in digital advertising in outbound sales. (Programmatic platform sales experience highly preferred)
  • Experience at an online publisher, retailer, ad network, ad exchange, ad server, SEM platform, DSP, DMP, or other online advertising company (Programmatic platform sales experience highly preferred)
  • A self-starter who is motivated by client growth and strategic account development
  • A team player who collaborates well with others cross-functionally
  • Strong communicator with the ability to speak with C-level clients
  • Strong quantitative skills and negotiation ability
  • A passion and curiosity to continue to learn
  • A consistent strive for excellence and high EQ
  • A proven track record of exceeding revenue expectations
  • Experience within QSR and AlcBev vertical sales is a plus
  • Existing relationships with decision-makers at Publicis is a plus

The Trade Desk does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of The Trade Desk. The Trade Desk is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

[LA JOBS ONLY] The Trade Desk will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Ordinance No. 184652.

[SF JOBS ONLY] Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.


CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is The Trade Desk's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location. All employees may be eligible to become The Trade Desk shareholders through eligibility for stock-based compensation grants, which are awarded to employees based on company and individual performance. The Trade Desk also offers other compensation depending on the role such as sales-based incentives and commissions. Plus, expected benefits for this role include comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents, retirement benefits such as a 401k plan and company match, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well-being benefits, reimbursement for certain tuition expenses, parental leave, sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked, vacation time for full-time employees up to 120 hours thru the first year and 160 hours thereafter, and around 13 paid holidays per year.  Employees can also purchase The Trade Desk stock at a discount through The Trade Desk’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. 

The Trade Desk also offers a competitive benefits package. Click here to learn more.

Note: Interns are not eligible for variable incentive awards such as stock-based compensation, retirement plan, vacation, tuition reimbursement or parental leave

At the Trade Desk, Base Salary is one part of our competitive total compensation and benefits package and is determined using a salary range. The base salary range for this role is
$76,900$141,000 USD

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Trade Desk is committed to creating an inclusive hiring experience where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Please reach out to us at accommodations@​thetradedesk.​com to request an accommodation or discuss any accessibility needs you may require to access our Company Website or navigate any part of the hiring process. 

When you contact us, please include your preferred contact details and specify the nature of your accommodation request or questions. Any information you share will be handled confidentially and will not impact our hiring decisions.

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The Company
HQ: Ventura, CA
2,700 Employees
Year Founded: 2009

What We Do

The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. Our mission is to transform media for the benefit of humankind. Our media-buying platform helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers — and sets a new standard for reach, accuracy, and transparency.

Why Work With Us

With up to 11 million queries per second and SLAs in the milliseconds, we’re tackling data and software
challenges at massive scale. While we’re growing fast, investing in our value based company culture remains one of our top priorities. If you’re talented, driven, and hungry to bring something entirely new and wildly ambitious, let's talk.

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