Sr Account Executive (Starcom)

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!

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

You are a master relationship builder, strategic seller, and creative problem solver in the Chicago Area able to join your team in our beautiful Downtown office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. You always exhibit high emotional intelligence and professionalism and are a true consultative business partner with your clients. This role offers a great platform for a senior independent contributor to manage a mix of hunting and farming a handful diverse brands within Starcom.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Acquire, build, and cultivate relationships with senior leadership at advertising agencies and brands
• Work collectively with client services and with The Trade Desk trading team to cultivate and grow accounts
• Communicate the value of The Trade Desk media buying platform by walking through detailed demonstrations of the product
• Participate in product road map build out discussions based on client needs with senior leadership, product, & engineering
• Take lead in responding to RFP’s or new inner agency opportunities, including qualification & win strategy
• Coordinate global account discussions with go-to-market counterparts across the world
• Work closely with product, marketing and revenue teams to constantly optimize efforts relating to company-wide goals
• Identify and close strategic up-selling opportunities by understanding core client business needs
• Using knowledge of the market and competitors, identify and develop the company’s unique selling propositions and differentiators
• Contribute to The Trade Desk culture

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 4-8+ years of experience in digital advertising in outbound sales, preferably in programmatic
• Experience at an online publisher, ad network, ad exchange, ad server, SEM platform, DSP, DMP, or other online advertising company
• Programmatic platform sales experience highly preferred
• Strong communication skills with the ability to speak with C-level clients
• Existing relationships with decision-makers at Independent Advertising Agencies and brands in the LA area
• Strong quantitative skills and negotiations ability
• Proven track record of exceeding revenue expectations

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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.