Programmatic Account Executive

Block

. Own the full lifecycle of a book of business, from prospecting and closing new programmatic and social partnerships to managing, retaining, and growing relationships post-sale .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $97,240 - $171,540 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the full lifecycle of programmatic advertising partnerships, with a strong focus on client relationship management, campaign execution, and strategic collaboration across functions. Proficient in audience targeting, measurement tools, and delivering actionable insights to optimize campaign performance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Programmatic AdvertisingClient Relationship ManagementAudience TargetingCampaign Performance OptimizationCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

DSPsSSPsAttributionMeasurementBrand SafetySales NarrativesCase StudiesPlaybooksOptimization RecommendationsCampaign Execution

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationPresentation SkillsInfluencing SkillsCollaborationBuilder's Mindset

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Retail Media NetworkDigital PublisherAgency Trading DeskFintechCommerce Media

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the full lifecycle of a book of business, from prospecting and closing new programmatic and social partnerships to managing, retaining, and growing relationships post-sale
Translate advertiser objectives into strategic programmatic campaigns using ad formats, audience targeting, insights, and measurement tools
Oversee campaign execution to ensure flawless delivery
Serve as the primary client contact across the relationship lifecycle
Build trusted relationships with brand- and agency-side stakeholders
Evangelize commerce media internally and partner with internal functions to position advertising solutions as a multiplier
Collaborate with Strategy & Ops, Data Science, Product, Marketing, and Payments to surface client feedback and inform roadmap priorities
Collaborate strategically on endemic Enterprise merchants and ensure advertiser needs are represented
Identify and pitch new growth opportunities, including formats, surfaces, and pilots
Create sales narratives, case studies, playbooks, and enablement materials
Monitor campaign performance and deliver actionable insights and optimization recommendations
Stay ahead of DSP innovation, privacy changes, audience targeting shifts, and commerce media developments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business, marketing, communications, or related field
7-10+ years of experience in programmatic advertising, spanning sales and/or account management, within a retail media network, digital publisher, agency trading desk, or DSP/SSP platform
Track record of closing new business and growing existing accounts across the full client lifecycle
Solid understanding of DSPs, SSPs, audience targeting, measurement, attribution, and brand safety
Strong communication and presentation skills
Ability to influence external partners and internal stakeholders across functions
Ability to work in ambiguous, cross-functional environments
Collaboration with Strategy & Ops, Data Science, Partnerships, Ad Ops, Product, and Partner Marketing
Builder's mindset and comfort with undefined processes
Passion for digital advertising and commerce media
Experience in fintech, retail, or commerce-related businesses is a strong plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work
Medical insurance
Flexible time off
Retirement savings plans
Modern family planning
Other benefits offered by Block