Programmatic Trading, Manager

About WPP Media WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth. WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working. For more information, visit wppmedia.com . About WPP Media WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com. WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values: Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity. Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust . Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise . Job Summary: Your Digital Launchpad: Social Media Solutions Champion! Ready to kickstart your career in digital media? We're seeking sharp, early-career digital talent for a pivotal Solutions Social Buyer opportunity within our growing team. This position is 100% focused on hands-on social media buying for our clients. You'll become a champion activating and optimizing paid campaigns across Meta (Facebook, Instagram) and TikTok, ensuring our social media solutions drive maximum impact. This is a great opportunity to master social media operations from day one. While focused on social, this role offers a clear path for future career development, including programmatic trading. If you're proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to make a significant impact, grow your career with us at WPP Media Solutions! Key Responsibilities: Drive Social Performance Campaign Management: Fully execute paid social media campaigns on Meta and TikTok (setup, targeting, creative, daily budget/pacing). Optimization: Monitor performance, identify trends, and implement real-time adjustments to boost results (e.g., ROAS, CPA, CTR). Reporting: Generate clear reports, translating data into actionable insights for internal teams. Platform Expertise: Stay updated on platform features/best practices, testing new opportunities for superior social solutions . Quality Assurance: Ensure accuracy in setup, tracking, and adherence to brand safety guidelines. Collaboration: Work with Programmatic, Client Services, and Strategy teams for integrated solutions. Measures of Success: Within 3 Months: Successfully complete all training and onboarding for Meta and TikTok platforms. Independently set up campaigns accurately and on time. Demonstrate a clear understanding of basic campaign optimization techniques. Contribute effectively to daily budget pacing and management. Within 6 Months: Consistently achieve and exceed client campaign KPIs and performance targets. Proactively identify and implement optimization strategies without constant supervision. Generate clear, insightful, and professional performance reports. Actively contribute to internal discussions on social media best practices and new platform features. Within 12 Months: Become a recognized internal expert for Meta and TikTok operational best practices. Proactively identify and test innovative opportunities and new ad formats to drive s…