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Tripadvisor's Media Distribution team is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Media Distribution Specialist to help lead our global media initiatives. This role is a critical position within our Global Partner Solutions (GPS) business, serving as the go-to off-site expert for paid social, audience extension, and email marketing channels.
The ideal candidate will not only manage complex, high-value campaigns but will also actively shape our buying strategies and product roadmap. You will be an influential partner to internal teams and a confident leader in vendor relationships, responsible for driving innovation, handling escalations, and mentoring junior team members. This is an opportunity to have a significant impact on a growing and dynamic part of the business.
Hybrid: 1 day per week in the London-Shoreditch Office
What You'll Do
* Strategically execute and optimize complex media campaigns, identifying incremental revenue opportunities and developing solutions for market trends.
* Act as the off-site expert for assigned pods, leading strategy and partnering with cross-functional teams for effective media solutions.
* Lead vendor meetings, manage escalations, and hold partners accountable. Vet new vendors, participate in negotiations, and prioritize product enhancements.
* Collaborate on paid social campaigns (Meta, TikTok, Pinterest).
* Directly manage and optimize Display, Video, and YouTube campaigns across various DSPs.
* Activate Email marketing campaigns with marketing and creative teams.
Who You Are
* An Off-Site Expert & Innovator: Proficient in all distribution platforms, billing models, and reporting, with deep expertise in at least one area. Proactively identify process gaps and develop solutions.
* A Strategic Problem-Solver & Influencer: Troubleshoot complex issues with minimal support and influence vendors, junior team members, and other GPS teams.
* A Leader in Strategy: Exhibit strategic insight into sales goals, shape media buying strategies, and lead strategy conversations with internal and external partners.
* A Mentor & Collaborator: Build strong relationships, assist in developing junior team members, and help manage team documentation and training curriculums.
Skills & Experience
* A Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
* 4-5+ years of hands-on experience in paid media buying, with a proven track record of leading complex campaigns at an advertising agency, publisher, or media company.
* Deep, demonstrable expertise in executing and optimizing high-value paid media campaigns across social (Meta, TikTok, Pinterest), display/programmatic (DSPs), and video (YouTube) platforms.
* Extensive knowledge of the paid media auction landscape, with experience shaping buying strategies and participating in vendor negotiations.
* Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data and market trends into actionable, strategic recommendations.
* Proven ability to act as a trusted expert for cross-functional teams.
What We Offer
* Flexible activity-based working fostered collaboration and productivity
* Inclusive global travelers community welcoming diverse perspectives
* Competitive salary package including performance bonuses
* Development programs, managerial courses, and learning series
* Health insurance covers medical, dental, and vision for families (varies by country)
* Lifestyle Reimbursement Benefit for personal travel, and physical, mental, and financial wellness
* Several paid time off programs, including time to bond with new children and care for family members. Paid public holidays, and year-end office shutdown
* Employee assistance program for short-term counseling and free Calm app subscription
* State-of-the-art offices: dining, coffee points, and leisure areas
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