PMP Manager

We’re working with a well-established media agency known for delivering highly targeted, data-led advertising solutions for brands across a range of sectors.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Private Marketplace (PMP) deals with SSPs and premium publishers.
• Coordinate inventory access through platforms such as PubMatic, Magnite and Equativ.
• Negotiate and structure PMP opportunities aligned to campaign objectives.
• Match premium inventory solutions to client goals and target audiences.
• Manage deal IDs and DSP-side PMP setup.
• Monitor campaign delivery, pacing and performance.
• Evaluate inventory performance and provide optimisation recommendations.
• Support pricing, margin management and commercial packaging.
• Maintain accurate reporting and visibility of the PMP pipeline.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing PMP deals within a programmatic trading or supply-side role.
• Strong understanding of SSPs, publisher relationships and private marketplace mechanics.
• Experience working with platforms such as PubMatic, Magnite and Equativ.
• Hands-on knowledge of DSP setup and deal ID management.
• Commercially minded, with experience supporting pricing and margin discussions.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess premium inventory performance.

Project Scope & Duration - Mid-end May start / 2-3 days pw / 3 months initially

Day Rate - £350 - £400pd

Location & Workplace Policy - Hybrid working model, with flexibility for remote working.

IR35 Status - Outside

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