Display Media Buyer

Posted on 8/14/2023

INACTIVE

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides software tools for scalable, reliable business applications.

Company Overview

BASIS International stands out as a reliable global software company, providing customized solutions to over 7,000 application software developers across various industries, including banking, manufacturing, and healthcare. Their competitive advantage lies in their ability to deliver high-quality, scalable, and cost-effective business applications, serving as the foundation for thousands of mission-critical systems with over 1.7 million end users worldwide. The company's culture fosters a worldwide network of partners, emphasizing collaboration and flexibility, while their industry leadership is demonstrated by their stability and extensive global reach.

Data & Analytics

Industrial & Manufacturing

Consumer Software

Fintech

AI & Machine Learning

Education

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$212.3M

Founded

1985

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 1%

1 year growth

↑ 3%

2 year growth

↑ 3%

Locations

United States

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Desired Skills

Google Analytics

PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides

Communications

Excel/Numbers/Sheets

CategoriesNew

Product

Requirements

2+ years of experience in digital media buying, including programmatic
An understanding and interest in programmatic and RTB. Must have a desire to understand technology and strategy, while excelling in data quantifying
Experience in Demand Side Platform executions and knowledge of operations
Strategic thinking, solution oriented, and proactive client service skills
Proven client communication skills
Strong issue resolution and problem solving capabilities
Ability to work well in a cross functional team environment
Professional and advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint
Experience in site tagging/pixel placement and Google Analytics strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Maintaining a strong understanding of the digital media landscape and the latest Basis products and solutions
Using core knowledge and on-the-job training of programmatic to propose strategic tactics that meet client's objectives and KPIs across site direct and programmatic media buys
Reviewing campaigns daily while adjusting those that need pacing and optimizations to ensure KPIs are met in order to retain media investment
Providing mentoring and guidance to Display Media Buying Associates and working with Campaign Performance Analysts to develop performance stories and highlight the value Basis brings to secure future opportunities
Adopting new processes or Basis workflow modifications as introduced to ensure consistent and repeatable processes are used across regions
Troubleshooting technical issues with creative, tactics, DSP software, and digital ad campaigns when necessary
Providing feedback and participate in BETA testing for new features working with the product team

Desired Qualifications

Prior experience in agency or AdTech industry

WHO WE ARE

Basis Technologies delivers software and services to automate digital media operations for more than 1,000 leading agencies and brands.

Our comprehensive ad tech platform, Basis, supports the planning, reporting, and financial reconciliation of direct, programmatic, search, and social media, all in one place.

We are deeply committed to building software that will change the ad tech industry for the better and are equally dedicated to building an inclusive culture of highly motivated individuals who create a positive and supportive environment together. We invest in our culture and support our employees so they can do their best work.

Basis Technologies is headquartered in Chicago, and our employees have the flexibility to work in an office location, completely remote, or a hybrid of the two. Please note, we are hiring on a remote working basis only in the U.S. and Canada.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Investment & Buying Services team is a skilled group of individuals supporting Agencies and Brands with strategic media buying across Programmatic and Direct channels. Using Basis at the foundation of all tasks—from forecasting and vendor communication, to execution, optimization, and campaign visualization, the Investment & Buying team is agile, solutions-oriented, and focused on campaign performance metrics. Support spans both managed service and path to self service customers who are looking for experienced display buying support for positive business results.

WAYS YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE

This role will be responsible for programmatic and direct media investment for Basis’ managed service clients. This role is expected to propose strategic tactics, reviewing campaigns daily and troubleshoot technical issues as needed.

OTHER WAYS YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM ARE BY:

Maintaining a strong understanding of the digital media landscape and the latest Basis products and solutions
Using core knowledge and on-the-job training of programmatic to propose strategic tactics that meet client’s objectives and KPIs across site direct and programmatic media buys
Reviewing campaigns daily while adjusting those that need pacing and optimizations to ensure KPIs are met in order to retain media investment
Providing mentoring and guidance to Display Media Buying Associates and working with Campaign Performance Analysts to develop performance stories and highlight the value Basis brings to secure future opportunities
Adopting new processes or Basis workflow modifications as introduced to ensure consistent and repeatable processes are used across regions
Troubleshooting technical issues with creative, tactics, DSP software, and digital ad campaigns when necessary
Providing feedback and participate in BETA testing for new features working with the product team

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:

2+ years of experience in digital media buying, including programmatic
An understanding and interest in programmatic and RTB. Must have a desire to understand technology and strategy, while excelling in data quantifying
Experience in Demand Side Platform executions and knowledge of operations
Strategic thinking, solution oriented, and proactive client service skills
Proven client communication skills
Strong issue resolution and problem solving capabilities
Ability to work well in a cross functional team environment
Professional and advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint
Experience in site tagging/pixel placement and Google Analytics strongly preferred

BONUS POINTS:

Prior experience in agency or AdTech industry

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ANYTHING ELSE?

Don’t think you have all the skills required for this role? That’s okay, we recognize that experience can be built in many ways. If you have relevant skills that are not reflected in your resume, we welcome your candidacy and encourage you to share more in an optional cover letter, even if your experience doesn’t match our exact requirements.

LIFE WITH BASIS TECHNOLOGIES

We take care of our people and believe that our success depends on the growth and well-being of each one of our team members.

We’ve been proudly recognized as:

Ad Age, Best Places to Work 2023, 2022, 2013

Built In, Best Workplaces 2023, 2022, 2021

Crain’s Best Companies to Work for in Chicago 2022, 2021, 2020, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011

Crain’s Best Companies to Work for in New York 2022, 2021, 2014

Dallas Morning News, Top Workplaces 2021, 2019, 2015

Denver Post, Top Workplaces 2022, 2021, 2020

Denver Business Journal’s Largest Employers 2022, 2021, 2020

Fortune Magazine, Best Workplaces 2022, 2021, 2020, 2015, 2014

We provide a thoughtful perks and benefits package including competitive 401k/RRSP matching, mental health support, a funded health savings account, paid sabbatical, generous parental leave, a flexible work environment and time off policy, and more.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building teams that are diverse in thought, perspective, and culture. We celebrate all team members regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race or cultural background, religion, disability, and age.

Basis is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application processes. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].

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