Programmatic Ads Sales Lead

Pinterest • Chicago, IL

82d • $109,047 - $224,509

About The Position

Pinterest is on a mission to improve the comprehensiveness and shopability of ads on our platform. We’re accomplishing this by expanding our advertising demand sources through partnerships with third-party ad platforms and working closely with Agencies and media companies who manage performance marketing budgets. As a member of the Programmatic Sales & Operations team, you will play a pivotal role in driving Pinterest’s advertising growth and revenue through a full-funnel sales strategy. As the primary partner to clients, you’ll drive deal creation, oversee campaign setup, and ensure seamless launches. Leveraging data-driven strategies, you will proactively optimize performance, uncover growth opportunities, and deliver exceptional results that maximize client value and business impact. Through close collaboration with cross-functional teams, you’ll help shape solutions that maximize business impact, streamline workflows, and deliver measurable results for advertisers at every stage of the funnel.

Requirements

• 8+ years in client-facing digital media sales roles, with deep expertise in programmatic advertising, ad tech, or media strategy.
• Advanced understanding of full-funnel digital advertising solutions, including brand, consideration, and conversion strategies, with specialized knowledge in search, shopping, display, or (social a plus).
• Proven track record of building and nurturing executive-level relationships with advertisers and agency programmatic centers, developing long-term strategic plans, and negotiating high-value partnership agreements to drive measurable business outcomes.
• Strong understanding of data and measurement solutions including Clean Rooms.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities; skilled at translating data, macro trends, and campaign performance insights into actionable recommendations that fuel ongoing revenue growth.
• Strong consultative approach with the ability to educate, influence, and challenge executive stakeholders while crafting visionary and results-oriented media strategies.
• Excellent communicator and collaborator, thriving in fast-paced environments while ensuring operational excellence, seamless cross-functional teamwork, and project management success.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as digital media or sales, or equivalent professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute full-funnel, programmatic sales strategies for top-tier clients, driving measurable business results across awareness, consideration, conversion, and retention.
• Build and maintain executive-level relationships with clients and agency partners, leading strategic deal negotiations, QBRs, and educational sessions focused on ad tech innovation.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on Pinterest’s programmatic ad offerings and digital ecosystem trends, influencing media strategies and solution adoption.
• Advise on best practices in programmatic buying, data integration, measurement, and optimization to maximize campaign performance on Pinterest’s platform.
• Serve as point of contact for programmatic campaigns working with Ops teams to manage deal creation, campaign setup, technical troubleshooting, and real-time optimizations.
• Leverage data-driven insights to craft actionable recommendations and guide clients toward sustained programmatic growth and ROI.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Product, and Engineering teams, championing Pinterest’s value in the programmatic marketplace and identifying new growth opportunities.

Benefits

• Equity and incentive compensation
• Base salary range of $109,047—$224,509 USD

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees