Opportunity

Programmatic Sales Manager - Ad-Tech Career Growth UK in Columbus

Location Columbus
Company StackAdapt
Source jobicy
Posted 2026-10-21 08:46:32

Career & Market Insight

Career trajectory: This is an excellent entry-to-mid-level springboard into enterprise ad-tech sales. The Programmatic Sales Manager title at StackAdapt — a well-funded, award-winning DSP — carries strong market credibility. Moving from here into Senior Account Executive, Sales Director, or Head of Partnerships roles at other ad-tech firms becomes very achievable within 2–3 years.

Compensation vs. market: The £59k–£81k base is competitive for a 2+ year experience requirement in UK ad-tech sales. Most comparable roles at mid-tier DSPs or SSPs in the UK sit between £45k–£70k base at this level. StackAdapt's OTE (with commission and bonuses) likely pushes total compensation well above £100k, which is above-average for the seniority level.

Skills you'll build:

  • Programmatic advertising and DSP platform expertise — highly transferable to The Trade Desk, Xandr, DV360 roles
  • MEDDIC sales methodology — valued across enterprise SaaS and ad-tech
  • Full-cycle B2B sales discipline, pipeline management in Salesforce/HubSpot
  • Agency and brand relationship development in the UK market

Green flags: Remote-first culture, structured onboarding, learning budget, internal certifications, parental leave, and a company with multiple "Best Workplace" awards signal genuine investment in employees. The explicit no-salary-history policy is a progressive, candidate-friendly practice.

Watch for: Commission structure details are not disclosed — clarify OTE, quota attainment rates, and ramp periods during the interview process.

StackAdapt is the leading technology company that empowers marketers to reach, engage, and convert audiences with precision. With 465 billion automated optimizations per second, the AI-powered StackAdapt Marketing Platform seamlessly connects brand and performance marketing to drive measurable results across the entire customer journey. The most forward-thinking marketers choose StackAdapt to orchestrate high-impact campaigns across programmatic advertising and marketing channels.

As a Programmatic Sales Manager, you will play an important role in driving new business growth by identifying and engaging potential customers across agencies and brands. Reporting to the Sales Director, you will focus on building a strong pipeline through proactive prospecting while also managing opportunities through to close.

This role is well suited to someone with 2+ years of sales or business development experience who is looking to take the next step in their career and develop into a high-performing digital advertising seller.

You will spend a large portion of your time identifying new opportunities, reaching out to prospective clients, and introducing StackAdapt's programmatic advertising solutions. You'll work closely with the Sales and Account Management teams to support the full sales cycle — from initial outreach through to campaign launch and ongoing client success.

StackAdapt is a remote-first company. For this role, we will be hiring candidates based in England.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Drive new business growth by proactively identifying and engaging agency and brand partners through strategic outbound outreach
  • Build and own a high-quality sales pipeline, developing strong relationships with prospective clients and creating long-term revenue opportunities
  • Lead opportunities end-to-end, managing the full sales cycle from first conversation through to closed-won business
  • Connect with decision-makers across channels — email, phone, LinkedIn, and industry events — to build meaningful partnerships
  • Collaborate on high-impact pitches and proposals, helping shape campaign strategies that solve real client challenges
  • Revive and expand existing opportunities by re-engaging lapsed customers and uncovering new areas for growth
  • Maintain strong sales discipline, keeping pipeline data accurate and up to date in CRM systems
  • Leverage proven sales frameworks (e.g., MEDDIC) to strategically qualify, advance, and close complex opportunities

What You'll Bring to the Table:

  • 2+ years of experience in sales or business development in media or advertising
  • Strong prospecting skills and confidence in outbound outreach
  • A disciplined and organised approach to pipeline building and opportunity tracking
  • Familiarity with CRM tools such as Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar
  • Interest in digital advertising and programmatic media
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Curiosity and willingness to learn technical concepts related to DSP platforms
  • Exposure to MEDDIC or other structured sales methodologies is a plus
  • Willingness to travel occasionally to meet clients within the region

The compensation range listed for this role reflects the expected base salary for candidates located in the posting country based on a global rate. It is informed by market data and the approved budget for this position. StackAdapt maintains different compensation ranges for roles across other countries and regions, and final offers will be aligned to the candidate's current location. We do not ask candidates about current or prior salary history, and we will not use such information, if volunteered, in setting an offer.

This range represents base salary only. Depending on the role, candidates may also be eligible for additional compensation such as annual bonuses, commissions, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Factors Influencing Final Compensation:

  • The final compensation offer will be determined by a variety of factors, which may include, but are not limited to: the candidate's specific experience, technical skills, knowledge, abilities, and relevant education, licensure, and certifications.
  • Other business factors, such as organizational needs and budget alignment, may also be considered in the final offer.

Base Salary Band: £59,027 — £81,162 GBP

StackAdapters Enjoy:

  • Highly competitive salary
  • Retirement / Pension Savings globally
  • Competitive paid time off packages including birthday's off!
  • Access to a comprehensive mental health care program
  • Health benefits from day one of employment
  • Work from home reimbursements
  • Optional global WeWork membership for those who want a change from their home office, with hubs in London and Toronto
  • Robust training and onboarding program
  • Coverage and support of personal development initiatives (conferences, courses, books, etc.)
  • Access to StackAdapt programmatic courses and certifications to support continuous learning
  • An awesome parental leave program
  • A friendly, welcoming, and supportive culture
  • Social and team events!

Please note: Benefits and perks may vary depending on your country of employment and the nature of your engagement. In locations where StackAdapt does not have a legal entity, employment and benefits are administered in accordance with local regulations and partner policies.

StackAdapt is a diverse and inclusive team of collaborative, hardworking individuals trying to make a dent in the universe. No matter who you are, where you are from, who you love, follow in faith, disability, superpower status, ethnicity, or the gender you identify with (if you're comfortable, let us know your pronouns), you are welcome at StackAdapt.

StackAdapt is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please let us know.

We use artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline the resume reviews of candidates and assess their fit based on the criteria outlined in the job posting. We do not use AI to make any final hiring or interview decisions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this role fully remote or does it require office attendance?
This is a remote-first role, but candidates must be based in England. StackAdapt offers optional WeWork membership and has a hub in London, but there is no mandatory office attendance requirement.
What is the salary range for this Programmatic Sales Manager position?
The base salary band is £59,027 to £81,162 GBP annually. Candidates may also be eligible for annual bonuses, sales commissions, and equity awards on top of base salary.
How much experience is required for this role?
StackAdapt requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in sales or business development, ideally within media or advertising. Prior exposure to programmatic advertising or DSP platforms is beneficial but not mandatory.
Will I need to travel for this role?
Yes, occasional travel within the UK region is expected to meet clients in person. The role also involves attending industry events as part of outreach and relationship-building activities.
What sales methodology does StackAdapt use?
StackAdapt references MEDDIC as a preferred sales framework for qualifying and advancing opportunities. Prior exposure to MEDDIC or similar structured methodologies is listed as a plus, not a hard requirement.
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