Bilingual Japanese Programmatic Trader

MiQ Digital•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

MiQ is seeking a Bilingual Japanese Programmatic Trader to join its growing trading team. This role is based in Los Angeles and requires the individual to work following Japan office hours (GMT+9). The ideal candidate will be fluent in Japanese (Native/N1/N2 levels) and English, and open to training in programmatic advertising. MiQ has been a part of the programmatic landscape since its inception, and programmatic expertise is central to its success, driven by the Trading Team. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with sales, account management, product, and analytics teams while working with globally recognized brands.

Requirements

Fluent in Japanese (Native/N1/N2 levels) and also speaks English
Open to training in programmatic advertising
Analytical skills are essential
Experience with large datasets in Excel and BI tools
A start-up mind-set
Attention to detail
Accomplished communicator
Ability to work both independently and collaborate within a team environment
Great time management skills
Motivated - You bring an entrepreneurial mindset to the table
Determined – You always find a way to ‘figure it out’
A Problem Solver – You are excited by challenging problems and you enjoy working though complex solutions.
Energetic - You enjoy building relationships and bring passion to whatever you do
Always learning - You know what you know and what you don’t, and are always looking to those around you to teach you something new.
Alignment with MiQ's core values
A can-do attitude, approaching your responsibilities with energy, drive and enthusiasm
A dream to grow your career as the company scales

Nice To Haves

Based in LA
Amenable to work following Japan office hours (GMT+9)
Experience with Xandr, DV360, The Trade Desk, or any DSP preferred
1+ years’ experience running programmatic campaigns preferred

Responsibilities

Accomplishing tasks on time and to a high quality, managing different deadlines and priorities
Managing a portfolio of clients and ensuring that all are performing & pacing optimally.
Setup campaigns to succeed from day 1.
Use critical thinking & analytical skills to analyze complex data sets to make decisions to beat client goals.
Troubleshoot campaign challenges.
Implementing campaign optimizations within the DSPs.
Working across multiple technology platforms including DSPs, Internal BI, Ad servers & Attribution, Brand safety etc.
Client Reporting & optimization commentary.
Delivery & incremental forecasting.
Staying focused and contributing to projects. Organizing stakeholders and multiple milestones
Provide avails, pricing, and strategy recommendations for new campaigns.
Partnering with the other members of the trading team to enhance internal tools & processes.
Feedback & test new Trading products to help drive future enhancements
Building great relationships with the sales & account management team on your commercial pod
Working with other commercial teams to deliver custom client solutions
Explaining strategy & optimizations to internal & external partners
Articulating to clients how MiQ’s Trading technology & expertise sets us apart.
Trading innovation is the human intelligence behind our campaigns that help us to exceed performance goals.
Using MiQ’s proprietary technology to create bespoke campaign setups & custom algorithms

Benefits

Health benefits - covering medical, dental, vision with HSA and FSA options
Company paid basic life, long-term disability plans and variable life insurance program
401k Matching Program
An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid maternity and paternity leave
A Nursing Mother’s Program
Generous PTO policy in addition to paid holidays
Tax Free Benefits (Commuter/Health/Dependent Care)
Continuous education and training
Flexible remote working policy with optional office use for those who need it during 2022