Job Detail

Job Title: Ad Network Specialist
Posted: 06.28.2010

Company: Centro
Contact Name: Human Resources
Contact Email: greatjobs@centro.net

Company Description:
Launched in 2001, Centro was created to make the buying and selling of online media easy. With eleven offices across the U.S., this fast-growing Chicago-based media services and technology company is committed to “Raving Fan” service for its clients, community, and employees. Centro has ambitiously set out to change the media buying industry. They are doing this one relationship at a time with every advertising agency and media publisher served, streamlining the planning and buying of online advertising among hundreds of agencies and thousands of online media companies. At the same time, Centro is giving employees the tools, information and encouragement to succeed, helping them build careers that challenge their sense of what’s possible.

Job Summary:
This position is primarily responsible for the pre/post-sale management and operations of Centro’s network product, Spectrum. In this position, you will work cooperatively with internal and external customers, publisher partners and vendors to ensure that the Spectrum product and campaigns exceed expectations on all levels. This position will play a critical role in the development of product features that drive demand and usage.

Responsibilities:
o Media Planning: Provide estimates, feedback and recommendations for proposal requests and optimizations. o Order Management: Approve and enter orders into network ad management system. o Campaign Management: - Proactively review active campaigns and provide optimization recommendations. - Work with publishers, Campaign Operations, Sales, and Account Management teams on campaign launches, issue resolution and fulfillment. o Reporting and Analytics: - Monitor overall performance of the Spectrum Network. - Lead Inventory Forecasting and Performance (market needs) analysis providing findings and recommendations to key stakeholders. - Support ad hoc report requests as needed. o Publisher Management and Support: Assist with the integration and support of Spectrum publisher partners. o Vendor Management: Work closely with vendor partners to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness. Actively participate in the definition of product/feature requirements and negotiation process to ensure effective product, price and service. o Communication and Training: Train and educate customers and stakeholders on Spectrum opportunities. o Project Management: Lead project and program initiatives to create scalable and repeatable product offerings. Define and implement business rules, operational processes and policies --facilitating through multiple channels to achieve business goals.

Qualifications:
Work experience: 2+years of interactive account management or advertising operations experience at an ad network, publisher or digital advertising firm. • Strong problem solving skills. • Detail oriented. • Strong communication skills. • Excellent business writing skills. • Strong analytical skills. • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities. • Ability to independently manage projects. • Ability to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. • Interest in media, technologies and desire to keep informed of new trends.

Additional Information:
TECHNICAL SKILLS • Experience in using affiliate ad serving or media planning systems • A healthy understanding of the online advertising marketplace and landscape (e.g., technology vendors, publishers and agencies) • Strong Internet and computer skills, and full understanding of Microsoft Office • Ad network experience a plus. EDUCATION • Bachelors Degree or higher