Director, Inventory Operations - Go-To-Market

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Do you have a passion for solving hard problems at scale? Are you eager to join a dynamic, globally- connected team where your contributions will make a meaningful difference in building a better media ecosystem? Come and see why Fortune magazine consistently ranks The Trade Desk among the best small- to medium-sized workplaces globally.

About the Role 

TTD is seeking a strategic and collaborative Go-To-Market (GTM) Lead to join our Inventory team. This cross-functional role will serve as the GTM subject matter expert, bridging the gap between internal teams (Inventory, Product, Marketing, etc) and external clients. You will be responsible for driving all GTM initiatives, ensuring seamless communication, training, and execution across the organization and with our partners. 

What you’ll do:  

GTM Strategy & Execution 

• Own and drive all GTM initiatives for new and existing inventory-related products 

• Set and track clear GTM goals and ensure alignment across internal and external stakeholders 

• Collaborate with Product to shape roadmap priorities based on client and market needs 

• Support pipeline management during product rollouts to ensure successful adoption 

• Act as the connective tissue between Inventory, Product, Marketing, Client Services, and other key teams 

• Own communication with key internal stakeholders to ensure visibility and alignment on GTM plans and rollout timelines 

• Own all internal and external communications related to GTM, including: 

• Confluence pages 

• Training documentation 

• Pitch decks 

• FAQs 

• Marketing documentation (sell side portal documentation, one-sheets, case studies, email blasts, etc.) 

• Lead internal trainings to ensure teams are equipped to support product launches and updates. 

• Build and manage an end-to-end feedback loop to capture insights from internal teams and external partners 

• Develop processes to track product adoption, performance, and impact across markets 

• Operate as a global resource, supporting teams and partners across regions. Travel as needed for internal trainings and key partner meetings. 

Qualifications 

• 8+ years of experience in GTM strategy, product marketing, or inventory management in a tech or media environment 

• Proven success in cross-functional roles with stakeholder management responsibilities 

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills 

• Strong organizational and project management abilities 

• Experience working with product teams and influencing roadmaps based on client feedback 

• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

 

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