Manager, Inventory Partnerships

Overview

The Manager, Inventory Partnerships will work within Zeta's Activation business unit. This role supports the development and management of publisher partnerships and Deal  that drive supply quality, performance, and revenue growth across the DSP. The ideal candidate will have experience working with publishers, SSPs, and programmatic supply partners, with a strong understanding of inventory management and marketplace dynamics. This individual will collaborate closely with Sales, Media Planning, Ad Operations, Client Services, and Product teams to identify opportunities, manage partnerships, and help bring differentiated inventory solutions to market.

• Work with publisher partners and SSPs to support Deal s
• Assist in negotiating and maintaining publisher deals, preferred access agreements, and custom inventory packages
• Onboard and set up Deal IDs in DSP
• Work with the rest of the Inventory team to develop and scale inventory offerings across key verticals and advertiser categories
• Collaborate with Sales and Media Planning teams to recommend publisher solutions, inventory packages, pricing and deal structures that support client objectives
• Monitor publisher and Deal e, pacing, and inventory quality, providing recommendations to improve outcomes
• Partner with Ad Operations and Client Services teams to ensure successful activation and ongoing management of publisher deals; troubleshoot various Deal IDs (PMPs, PGs) during live campaign environment
• Evaluate new inventory opportunities, ad formats, and publisher relationships to support revenue growth and product differentiation
• Maintain strong relationships with publisher, SSP, and platform partners while serving as a day-to-day point of contact
• Analyze inventory and performance data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for optimization
• Pull together monthly supply reports analyzing key publisher trends and opportunities for the business
• Support monthly billing functions

• 3–6 years of experience in the advertising technology, digital media, or programmatic advertising industry
• Experience working with publishers, SSPs, DSPs, Deal IDs, or programmatic marketplaces
• Understanding of inventory management, supply partnerships, pricing, and performance metrics
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders
• Highly organized with strong project management and attention to detail
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in Excel; experience with SQL or data analysis tools is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

• Unlimited PTO
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employee Equity
• Employee Discounts, Virtual Wellness Classes, and Pet Insurance and more

The salary range for this role is $90,000 - $100,000, depending on location and experience.

Zeta considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Zeta discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. We are committed to building a workplace culture of trust and belonging, and we provide a forum for employees to celebrate, support and advocate for one another.