CareerPlan

SVP, Performance Media Lead (Programmatic, Paid Search & Social - Retail Client)

Chicago, IllinoisFull-time$180k2026-08-12 → 2026-10-22

Core

Steering client investment philosophy, marketplace strategy, and cross-channel buying excellence across video, digital, social, search, audio, OOH, and emerging channels.

Role type

Senior Individual Contributor (SVP) with team leadership

Builds

Media investment strategies, marketplace goals, and value frameworks for retail clients

Domain

Digital Advertising / Programmatic Media / Retail

Required skills

Media buying strategy, senior-level negotiation, channel mix optimization, risk mitigation, yield optimization, team leadership, investment forecasting, brand safety governance, emerging channel identification

Preferred skills

Thought leadership, strategic thinking, project management, independent work

Technologies

Programmatic supply, CTV/streaming platforms, social platforms, ad-tech partners

Responsibilities

Lead client investment strategy and set annual marketplace goals; Own senior-level negotiations with major media partners; Shape client investment strategies including rate guidance and yield optimization; Build and refine investment processes for compliance and brand safety; Lead a team of VPs/Directors across multiple channels; Identify emerging channels and commercial models to unlock future value.