Job description
<p>We’re working with a wellestablished media agency known for delivering highly targeted, data-led advertising solutions for brands across a range of sectors.</p>
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<p>They’re looking for a freelance PMP Manager to take ownership of private marketplace activity across premium publisher inventory. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong programmatic trading experience who enjoys working closely with SSPs, publishers and internal teams to structure high-performing inventory-led opportunities.</p>
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<p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p>
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<li>Manage Private Marketplace (PMP) deals with SSPs and premium publishers.
<li>Coordinate inventory access through platforms such as PubMatic, Magnite and Equativ.
<li>Negotiate and structure PMP opportunities aligned to campaign objectives.
<li>Match premium inventory solutions to client goals and target audiences.
<li>Manage deal IDs and DSP-side PMP setup.
<li>Monitor campaign delivery, pacing and performance.
<li>Evaluate inventory performance and provide optimisation recommendations.
<li>Support pricing, margin management and commercial packaging.
<li>Maintain accurate reporting and visibility of the PMP pipeline.
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<p><strong>Skills & Experience</strong></p>
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<li>Proven experience managing PMP deals within a programmatic trading or supply-side role.
<li>Strong understanding of SSPs, publisher relationships and private marketplace mechanics.
<li>Experience working with platforms such as PubMatic, Magnite and Equativ.
<li>Hands-on knowledge of DSP setup and deal ID management.
<li>Commercially minded, with experience supporting pricing and margin discussions.
<li>Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess premium inventory performance.
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<p><strong>Project Scope & Duration - </strong>Mid-end May start / 2-3 days pw / 3 months initially </p>
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<p><strong>Day Rate - </strong>£350 - £400pdd </p>
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<p><strong>Location & Workplace Policy - </strong>Hybrid working model, with flexibility for remote working.</p>
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<p><strong>IR35 Status</strong> - Outside</p>
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<p>Our freelance roles move quickly, so if you're interested in being considered for this opportunity, please submit your credentials and availability as soon as possible.</p>
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