General Manager, Independent Agency, West

The Trade Desk is a global technology company and the world’s leading independent platform for digital advertising, with nearly 4,000 employees across more than 30 offices. Our technology helps advertisers reach the right audiences across the open internet — from streaming TV and podcasts to mobile apps, news, and more. 

Advertising powers the content people love. By making it more transparent, effective, and responsible, we help support trusted journalism, quality entertainment, and creators worldwide. The world’s brands and agencies rely on us to reach their customers and grow their businesses responsibly.

The scale of our platform brings unique technical challenges — from processing massive datasets in real time to building systems that operate reliably on a global scale. When you work here, your impact is worldwide. We welcome diverse perspectives, encourage curiosity, and build teams that learn from one another. If you’re driven to solve meaningful challenges, we’d love to meet you.

THE ROLE​

​The Trade Desk (TTD) is seeking an accomplished General Manager, (GM) BusinessDevelopment - Independent Agencies to lead a significant portfolio of independent agencyrelationships and business development teams. ​

This leader will be responsible for accelerating revenue growth, strengthening agency partnerships, developing talent, and ensuring consistent execution across their portfolio. Byunderstanding the unique dynamics of independent agencies, this leader will help shapejoint strategies that accelerate growth and deepen strategic partnerships. They will serve asa senior strategic partner to agency executives while translating broader GTM priorities intomeasurable business outcomes.​

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES​

• Lead Independent Partnership Strategy:Develop and executea West Region strategyfor deepening agency partnerships, aligning on shared objectives that drive growth andoperational excellence.​
• Own Executive Engagement:Build trust-based relationships with agency leadershipand influence strategic decisions across commercial, operational and partnershippriorities.​
• Integrate Agency Feedback into Product Roadmap:Partner with Product andEngineering to ensure agency insights inform platform development, measurementcapabilities and workflow innovation.​
• Drive Commercial Outcomes:Collaborate with agency leadership on initiatives thatimprove profitability, strengthen partnerships and unlock new growth opportunities​
• Orchestrate Cross-Functional Execution:Work closely with Sales, Client Services,Marketing and Product to deliver integrated solutions that strengthen agencypartnerships across the West Region.​
• Represent TTD externally:Lead, coach and develop a team of business developmentleaders while serving as a senior ambassador for TTD within the agency ecosystem

 QUALIFICATIONS​

• 15+ years of experience in agency leadership, strategic partnerships or businessdevelopment roles with deep knowledge of independent agency operations andeconomics​
• Proven track record influencing agency leadership, leading teams and drivingcommercial growth​
• Strong commercial acumen, including understanding of agency P&L, principalbuying models and profitability levers​
• Experience leading business development teams through growth, organizationalchange and market evolution​
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, capable of navigating complexmulti-party agreements​

​WHAT YOU’LL BRING​

• Authentic and values driven leader, someone who embodies our core values​
• Collaborative leadership style, you're someone who develops talent, builds trustand creates alignment across diverse stakeholders​
• A forward-looking perspective, you’re someone who anticipates industry shiftsand demonstrates grit and adaptability navigating complexity and change​
• Inclusive and empathic – you champion diversity of thought and foster anenvironment where all voices are heard and respected​
• Low ego, high impact – you prioritize outcomes over credit

The Trade Desk does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of The Trade Desk. The Trade Desk is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

[LA JOBS ONLY]The Trade Desk will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Ordinance No. 184652.

[SF JOBS ONLY]Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

In accordance with various US state laws, the range provided is the Trade Desk's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, and location.  All employees may be eligible to become The Trade Desk shareholders through eligibility for stock-based compensation grants, which are awarded to employees based on company and individual performance. The Trade Desk also offers other compensation depending on the role such as variable compensation-based incentives and commissions. Plus, expected benefits for this role include comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents, retirement benefits such as a 401k plan and company match, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well-being benefits, reimbursement for certain tuition expenses, parental leave, sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked, vacation time for full-time employees up to 120 hours thru the first year and 160 hours thereafter, and around 13 paid holidays per year.  Employees can also purchase The Trade Desk stock at a discount through The Trade Desk’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. 

The Trade Desk also offers a competitive benefits package. Clickhere to learn more.

Note: Interns are not eligible for variable incentive awards such as stock-based compensation, retirement plan, vacation, tuition reimbursement or parental leave

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Trade Desk is committed to creating an inclusive hiring experience where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

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