Senior Account Manager

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:

• Own and grow relationships with a portfolio of advertisers and/or agency clients in Japan
• Act as a strategic advisor, translating client business goals into effective programmatic advertising strategies
• Drive revenue growth through strategic account planning and up-selling
• Lead regular performance reviews, QBRs, and strategic planning conversations with senior client stakeholders
• Partner closely with Sales, Trading, Product, and regional/global teams to deliver best-in-class client outcomes
• Provide feedback from clients and the local market to influence product and commercial strategy
• Mentor or support more junior team members as a senior individual contributor 

Who you are: 

A client services pro. You’re comfortable managing and growing lots of agency accounts, and able to prioritize between one hundred different things at once. You love learning new technology and teaching it to others. You’re as comfortable diving into Excel to improve a campaign as you are with taking an agency out for dinner. You’re a self-starter and can set your own priorities.

• At least 6 years of online advertising experience required; 3+ years of client-facing experience
• Sales background and experience is a strong plus
• Expertise in working with RTB, DSPs, ad exchanges, aggregators, ad servers, and other optimization platforms is a plus
• Experience managing programmatic advertising and digital marketing campaigns
• Solid experience in Excel and MS Office, including pivot tables, chart-making, and manipulation of large data sets
• Outstanding troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, along with an ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced start-up environment
• Proven track record of growing accounts by forging a strong relationship with clients, understanding their objectives and recommending best strategies
• Effective time management skills – ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Must speak fluent English and Japanese 

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.