Group Director, Supply Side ExcellenceRole OverviewThe Group Director, Supply Side Excellence will lead the supply-side strategy across programmatic and out-of-home inventory, driving revenue growth, supply path optimization, and commercial performance. This role is highly technical and vendor-facing, with a strong emphasis on DSP/SSP expertise, partnership management, negotiation, and identifying new supply-side revenue opportunities.The ideal candidate will be commercially sharp, technically strong, and experienced in managing supply-side relationships across a complex omnichannel workplace.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the Supply Side Excellence function across programmatic and out-of-home supply.Manage and develop a team of Directors and Senior Managers, providing leadership and performance direction.Oversee supply-side partnerships with DSPs, SSPs, and technology vendors.Identify and unlock supply-side revenue streams and commercial opportunities.Drive supply path optimization (SPO) initiatives to improve efficiency, margin, and supply quality.Negotiate with DSPs, SSPs, and other technology partners to secure commercial advantages, incentives, and incremental revenue.Work closely with the investment team to align supply strategy with vendor deals and commercial opportunities.Partner with programmatic and out-of-home teams to route inventory and enable best-use supply solutions.Support internal teams with DSP/SSP training, best‐practice guidance, and use‐case recommendations.Monitor supply performance and identify opportunities to scale inventory effectively across channels.Contribute to a broader omnichannel supply strategy, including CTV, display, and out-of-home.Maintain a strong focus on revenue targets, efficiency, and margin improvement.What We're Looking ForDeep technical knowledge of DSPs and SSPs.Strong understanding of digital supply, inventory dynamics,



and programmatic trading.Proven experience managing vendor relationships and commercial negotiations.Experience delivering supply-side revenue growth and efficiency improvements.Strong understanding of supply path optimization (SPO).Ability to work across multiple channels in an omnichannel setting.Commercially minded, proactive, and able to identify value in day‐to‐day work.Proven people leadership experience.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.Preferred ExperienceExperience working for a DSP, SSP, ad‐tech platform, or in a supply-side commercial role.Exposure to platforms such as PubMatic, Index Exchange, Amazon, Yahoo, or The Trade Desk would be highly relevant.Experience working across programmatic and out-of-home supply.Life at WPP Media & BenefitsOur passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we're just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in‐office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.WPP Media is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with WPP Media, please send an e‐mail to [email protected] or call (212) 297‐8507 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.$110,000 - $160,000 CAD#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Group Director, Supply Side Excellence - C$110,000 - C$160,000 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 WPP Media
📍 Toronto