Senior Business Development Manager

Summary

Join Verve, a leader in efficient and privacy-focused advertising, as a Senior Business Development - Supply. Spearhead strategic initiatives to expand supply-side partnerships, focusing on high-value collaborations. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of digital advertising, driving revenue growth and establishing Verve as an industry leader. You will lead business development strategy execution, build key relationships, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and analyze market trends. Represent Verve as a thought leader and ensure alignment with company objectives. This position requires significant experience in business development and ad tech.

Requirements

• 5-7+ years in business development, with a strong background in ad tech, digital media, or programmatic advertising. Proven track record of establishing and nurturing transformative partnerships
• Demonstrated ability to drive significant revenue growth through strategic and operational excellence in managing partnerships
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities, with the ability to translate market insights into business strategies
• Proven ability to balance short-term wins with long-term growth objectives, ensuring sustainable success
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and inspire stakeholders at all levels, including executives
• A deep understanding and enthusiasm for the evolving digital advertising landscape, including programmatic, audience data, and innovative ad tech solutions

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive business development strategy for supply-side partnerships
• Build and nurture strong, high-impact relationships with key stakeholders throughout the ad tech ecosystem, including Top 100-200 Comscore publishers across various formats
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and pursue new opportunities
• Drive revenue growth by managing complex, high-value partnerships and ensuring their alignment with overall company objectives
• Analyze market trends and insights to develop actionable strategies that enhance competitive positioning and long-term growth
• Represent Verve as a thought leader in industry forums, client meetings, and executive presentations

Preferred Qualifications

In-depth knowledge of programmatic advertising, familiarity with supply-side platforms (SSPs) and digital media ecosystems

Benefits

• Be part of a multicultural team that is bringing advertising to the next level
• You will learn and evolve in an empowering environment characterized by entrepreneurial actions
• Responsibility, independence, and an opportunity to participate in projects that have a significant impact on Verve’s success
• 3 Wellness days per year (in Q1, Q2 & Q3) and Employee Assistance Program to help you maintain your well-being
• Enhance your professional skills with a yearly training budget and improve your language skills through German and/or English classes
• Work and Travel Program (monthly raffle after 2 years of employment)
• We are eager to build a great team together and we appreciate your help through our Employee Referral Bonus
• Align your interests with the company's success and take part in our Employee Shares Purchase Plan
• You will be entitled to 12 holidays per year and unlimited PTO in addition to any of the public/bank holidays
• 401(k) Retirement plan with company match
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Personalized Benefits Platform; with a budget of 100 USD/month, you can choose the benefits that fit you best from the following options: Internet allowance, Meal plan services, Spa services, Fitness classes & subscriptions, Travel credits
• You receive support from us through our Employee Assistance Program and Parental Leave
• Medical & Dependent Care FSA & Commuter Benefits
• Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection