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Senior Account Director

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Kargo

Kargo

501-1,000 employees

Advertising technology for mobile and CTV

Data & Analytics
Consumer Software

Compensation Overview

$200k - $300kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Seattle, WA, USA + 1 more

Category
Strategic Account Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Customer Service
Requirements
  • 7+ years of experience selling CTV, online, and programmatic advertising
  • 2+ years of experience managing a team of sellers
  • Strong baseline understanding of the full digital ecosystem, with a curiosity to always learn more
  • Works with CMOs & Brand Managers
  • Deep understanding of both Kargo’s business model as well as their clients
  • Coordinates global account discussions with counterparts
  • Cuts long-term, multi-pronged deals preferred
  • Builds new revenue models preferred
  • Experience in working with $15M+ strategic enterprise-level accounts
  • Experience in a fast-paced environment preferred
  • Experience in selling linear in an upfront capacity is preferred
  • Travel as needed
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
Responsibilities
  • Acquire, build, and cultivate relationships with senior leadership at the agency and brands
  • Own a strategic client development plan in partnership with key internal stakeholders (Sales Leadership, Agency Partnerships, Product teams, Enterprise Partnerships) that is built upon the adoption of Kargo products
  • Work deeply to understand the customer's business, challenges, and goals. Increases revenue from positioning and presenting new and existing products, preparing appropriate ROIs, and closing the sale
  • Evangelizes Kargo as a consultative partner providing clients with world-class customer service and developing strategic partnerships
  • Exhibits a HUNTER mentality – an appetite for building and closing deals. This includes growing marketshare of current business and driving new business
  • Maintains knowledge of company products and capabilities as well as the strengths/ weaknesses of competitive products
  • Cycle market response back to the company, primarily the product organization, to help inform our roadmap and positioning

Kargo specializes in advertising technology, focusing on mobile advertising while also serving connected television (CTV), social media, and e-commerce platforms. The company assists over 200 brands in launching and managing their ad campaigns through a media activation platform that integrates with leading Demand-Side Platforms (DSPs). This integration simplifies the process for advertisers to activate their campaigns across various digital channels. Kargo's unique "Create Once, Run Everywhere" approach allows brands to create a single ad that can be deployed across multiple platforms, ensuring a consistent message. The company offers a range of full-funnel advertising solutions designed to enhance consumer engagement and brand awareness, ultimately helping brands achieve better returns on their ad spend. Kargo differentiates itself through its focus on premium supply and creative excellence, making it a leader in the mobile advertising space.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$6.7M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1999

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnerships with companies like AdLib and VIDAA expand Kargo's market presence and offer clients access to innovative ad formats and technologies.
  • The launch of proprietary solutions like the creative science solution for APAC and the CORE cross-channel ad tool in NZ highlights Kargo's commitment to innovation and market expansion.
  • Entering new markets such as India and hiring key leaders like Rachit Uppal demonstrates Kargo's growth potential and strategic focus on global expansion.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive ad tech market requires continuous innovation to maintain a competitive edge, posing a risk if Kargo fails to keep up.
  • Integration challenges with new partners and technologies could lead to operational inefficiencies and impact service quality.

What makes Kargo unique

  • Kargo's 'Create Once, Run Everywhere' approach simplifies ad deployment across multiple platforms, ensuring consistent brand messaging, unlike competitors who may require separate creatives for each channel.
  • Their direct integration with leading DSPs allows for seamless media activation, providing a streamlined process for advertisers to launch and manage campaigns.
  • Kargo's focus on premium supply and creative excellence sets them apart in the competitive advertising landscape, ensuring higher engagement and brand lift for their clients.

Benefits

Flexible PTO + 10 Sick days a year

Tuition Reimbursement

Monthly Wellness Benefit

Daily complimentary lunch when working at the Kargo office