[Remote] Senior Manager, Programmatic & Yield Operations
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Best Buy is a leading retailer focused on enriching lives through technology. As a Senior Manager, Programmatic & Yield Operations, you will oversee the operational aspects of Best Buy Ads' programmatic business, managing ad technology and leading a team to optimize advertising performance.
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day operations across GAM, Magnite, and Placements.io, including inventory setup, trafficking, and platform configuration
- Own floor pricing, rate card strategy, product-to-placement mapping, and execution across guaranteed and auction-based ad products
- Execute and optimize programmatic deal management across PMP, Programmatic Guaranteed, and Open Auction channels
- Monitor yield performance, sell-through, and revenue pacing, using critical thinking to surface monetization opportunities and operational improvements
- Troubleshoot platform, delivery, and partner issues, serving as the primary point of escalation while collaborating across teams to drive resolution
- Lead, develop, and grow a team of yield operations specialists, fostering adaptability, operational rigor, and continuous improvement
- Work closely with Sales, Media Planning, and Ads Ops to ensure our systems and tools are optimized to deliver commitments across our demand
Skills
- 7 years of experience in ad operations or programmatic advertising within a retail media network
- 3 years of experience monetizing yield for Retail Media Network
- 3 years managing and developing operations or ad tech teams
- 3 years of deep hands-on expertise with Google Ad Manager (GAM) and Magnite
- 3 years of experience with programmatic deal structures, including PMP, Programmatic Guaranteed, and Open Auction
- 2 years of experience with floor pricing, inventory management, and rate card governance
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate performance data into operational decisions
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional, matrixed environments
- Hands-on experience with Amazon DSP or other SSP/DSP platforms
- Familiarity with CTV or streaming inventory operations
- Proven ability to adapt to changing tools, priorities, and market conditions
- Demonstrated success partnering closely with analytics, product, and sales teams to drive business outcomes
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Great employee discount
- Financial savings and retirement resources
- Support for your physical and mental well-being
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