Job Description

The purpose of this role is to develop go-to-market strategy that encompasses the product vision, positioning, pricing and promotion with a focus on increasing market awareness and contribute to product and technology strategy.

We are seeking amedia-focusedSVP, Solutions - Data & Technology to join our Global Data and Technologygroupat Dentsu. You will be a strategic leader working alongsidedentsu Medianew business growthand client teamsto showcase Dentsu’s capabilities in technology,dataand AIin the US marketto solve complex media and marketing challengesand illustrate innovationand outcomes our tech and data products enable This role is essential in translating clients’ needs into innovativepoints and presentations ofDentsu’sglobal tech and data platform, dentsu.Connect,its integrated AI features,and themedia workflowsit enablesacross insights, audience, media planning, activation, and measurement. With a deep understanding of media ecosystems, platforms,data, AIand identitycapabilities andframeworks, you will help build compelling narratives and solutions that position Dentsu as a leading choice innew business and client growth opportunities.

This role will report to the Chief Solutions Officer, Data & Technology

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Collaboration: Act as a liaison between Global Data & Technology and media pitch teamsacross Carat, dentsuX and iProspect, collaborating on solutions that align with client briefs and showcasingDentsu’sglobal technology platform, dentsu.Connect,its AI features, proprietary and partner identity and data assets, and more Be the Data & Technology expert and lead coordinator and collaborator of all required to drive pitch wins and client growth from use of Dentsu’s world class platform and data.

• Media WorkflowCollaboration Lead initiativesincluding tailored dentsu.Connect platform and data demosin partnershipwith agency capability experts todemonstratefeatures acrossbriefing,audience insights and planning,activation and measurement/reporting stages of work Educate media teams on how the platform and datahelpsenable their work anddrivesbest outcomes

• Client-Specific Solutions:Help develop and guidetailoredwritten(ex: RFP)and presentationresponses andmaterials thathit key points related topitch briefsand client requests, focusing on howdentsu.Connectanditsdataassetscan uniquely address client challengesand goals in mediaGuidewin-themes and scripts of dentsu.Connect platform demos in collaboration with key media leadersthat can reflect goals and needs

• Data,Identity, AICapabilities andFrameworks: Apply in-depth knowledge ofdentsu’sdata and identity solutionsas well as its AI featuresand agentsin dentsu.Connectto ensureinternal teams and clients understand how this enables the best understanding of audiences,seamless targeting, measurement, and personalization

• Innovation and Best Practices: Drive innovation by keeping current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes, ensuring thatyour positioning and differentiation points specific to client challenges and asksremain at the forefront.

• Storytelling and Pitch Development: Partner with pitch teams to craft compelling, data-driven narratives that illustrate the impact and differentiation ofits dentsu.Connect platform and identity and dataofferings in addressing client objectives. Adapt dentsu’s Data & Techcapabilities andframeworks to meet specific clientasks andneedsand lead integration into master pitch stories and win themes led by Media team members

• Cross-functional Leadership: Collaborate closely with product,commercial and legal,data science, engineering, and account teams to align on client requirements, share best practices, and refinepitch and client growth-focusedsolutions for maximum impact.

• Continuous Improvement: Collect and analyze pitch and client feedback to optimize Dentsu’sData & Technologysolutions, identifying enhancements that align with market needs and client priorities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years in media,advertising and/ormarketing technology, or a related field, with significant experience in a senior leadership role.

• Media and Data Expertise: Proven track record in media strategy, with a strong understanding of data and identity frameworks, audience segmentation, media planning, and performance measurement.

• Client Pitch and Collaboration Skills: Demonstrated success in collaborating on client pitches, with the ability to distill complex data and technology solutions into compelling, client-centeredcontent andnarratives– written points, ‘in the room’ presentations

• Analytical and Strategic Mindset: Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze market trends, client needs, and data insights to inform strategic decisions.

• Leadership: Experience building and leading high-performance teams and fostering cross-functional collaboration.

• Communication Skills: Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with an ability to convey complex information in an accessible way to stakeholders at all levels.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Marketing, Business, Data Science); advanced degree preferred.

Theannualbase salary range for this position is $171,000-$286,000.

Placement within the salary rangeis based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other factorspermittedby lawAdditionally, this position is eligible for discretionary incentive compensation.

Benefits available with this position include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance,

• Life insurance,

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance,

•401k,

•Flexiblepaidtimeoff,

•At least 15paid holidays per year,

• Paid sickand safeleave, and

•Paid parentalleave

Dentsu alsocomplieswithapplicable state and local lawsregardingemployee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time offpursuant tothe Colorado Healthy Families and

At dentsu, we believe great work happens when we’re connected. Our way of working combines flexibility with in-person collaboration to spark ideas and strengthen our teams. Employees who live within a commutable distance of one of our hub offices, currently located in Chicago, metro Detroit, Los Angeles, and New York City, are required and expected to work from the office three days per week (two days per week for employees based in Los Angeles). Dentsu may designate other Hub offices at any time. Those who live outside a commutable range may be designated as remote, depending on the role and business needs. Regardless of your work location, we expect our employees to be flexible to meet the needs of our Company and clients, which may include attendance in an office.

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Location:

USA - Remote - Maryland

Brand:

Merkle

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent

Dentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do this without regard to race, color, national origin, sex , sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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