Senior Business Development Manager - Supply

Who We Are

Verve has created a more efficient and privacy-focused way to buy and monetize advertising. Verve is an ecosystem of demand and supply technologies fusing data, media, and technology together to deliver results and growth to both advertisers and publishers–no matter the screen or location, no matter who, what, or where a customer is. With 30 offices across the globe and with an eye on servicing forward-thinking advertising customers, Verve’s solutions are trusted by more than 90 of the United States’ top 100 advertisers, 4,000 publishers globally, and the world’s top demand-side platforms. Learn more at www.verve.com.

Where You Come In

We are looking for a visionary and results-driven Senior Business Development - Supply to join our leadership team at Verve. In this role, you will spearhead strategic initiatives to expand our supply-side partnerships, focusing on high-value collaborations across the ad tech ecosystem. This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of digital advertising by leveraging your expertise to drive revenue growth and establish Verve as a leader in the industry.

What You Will Do

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive business development strategy for supply-side partnerships

• Build and nurture strong, high-impact relationships with key stakeholders throughout the ad tech ecosystem, including Top 100-200 Comscore publishers across various formats

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and pursue new opportunities

• Drive revenue growth by managing complex, high-value partnerships and ensuring their alignment with overall company objectives

• Analyze market trends and insights to develop actionable strategies that enhance competitive positioning and long-term growth

• Represent Verve as a thought leader in industry forums, client meetings, and executive presentations

Requirements

What We Will Need

• 5-7+ years in business development, with a strong background in ad tech, digital media, or programmatic advertising. Proven track record of establishing and nurturing transformative partnerships

• In-depth knowledge of programmatic advertising, familiarity with supply-side platforms (SSPs) and digital media ecosystems is highly preferred

• Demonstrated ability to drive significant revenue growth through strategic and operational excellence in managing partnerships

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities, with the ability to translate market insights into business strategies

• Proven ability to balance short-term wins with long-term growth objectives, ensuring sustainable success

• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and inspire stakeholders at all levels, including executives

• A deep understanding and enthusiasm for the evolving digital advertising landscape, including programmatic, audience data, and innovative ad tech solutions

  
  

What We Offer

• Be part of a multicultural team that is bringing advertising to the next level

• You will learn and evolve in an empowering environment characterized by entrepreneurial actions

• Responsibility, independence, and an opportunity to participate in projects that have a significant impact on Verve’s success

• 3 Wellness days per year (in Q1, Q2 & Q3) and Employee Assistance Program to help you maintain your well-being

• Enhance your professional skills with a yearly training budget and improve your language skills through German and/or English classes

• Work and Travel Program (monthly raffle after 2 years of employment)

• We are eager to build a great team together and we appreciate your help through our Employee Referral Bonus

• Align your interests with the company's success and take part in our Employee Shares Purchase Plan

• You will be entitled to 12 holidays per year and unlimited PTO in addition to any of the public/bank holidays

• 401(k) Retirement plan with company match

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Visio