Publisher Development Director

Company at a Glance OpenX is focused on unleashing the full economic potential of digital media companies. We do this by making digital advertising markets and technologies that are designed to deliver optimal value to publishers and advertisers on every ad served across all screens.

At OpenX, we have built a team that is uniquely experienced in designing and operating high-scale ad marketplaces, and we are constantly on the lookout for thoughtful, creative executors who are as fascinated as we are about finding new ways to apply a blend of market design, technical innovation, operational excellence, and empathetic partner service to the frontiers of digital advertising.

We are seeking a dynamic and driven Publisher Development Director to join our team. This role requires a self-motivated, hands-on professional who thrives both as an individual contributor and as a team player.

The Publisher Development Director is a senior member of the Publisher Development team and is expected to leverage deep knowledge of the ANZ landscape and programmatic ecosystem to bring on new premium supply, enhance and improve our product offerings, refine our value proposition, and broaden our understanding of the markets in which we compete. This person will own OpenX’s relationship with their assigned publishers and serve as a strategic partner to publisher-facing teams such as Account Management and Sales Engineering, while working closely with the Senior Director of Publisher Development to shape and execute the ANZ supply strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Identify, prospect, qualify, and close new direct supply partnerships across CTV, app, web, native, and DOOH formats. Drive market expansion strategy and go-to-market execution in ANZ. Negotiate and structure regional and global commercial agreements for supply, data, and platform use. Partner with account management to co-manage a book of strategic publisher accounts, ensuring upsell opportunities and providing industry-leading consultation. Gather market insights and competitive intelligence to inform product innovation and strategic direction. Support buy-side teams with inventory and data pitches to secure and activate new deals. Represent the company at industry events, fostering thought leadership and brand awarenes Strong collaborator who works well in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

Required Skills & Qualifications 7+ years of programmatic sales experience in ad tech or publisher-side roles. Proven track record of exceeding sales targets and managing enterprise partnerships Established relationships and strong experience with CTV and premium ANZ publishers. Strong executive presence, strategic thinking capabilities, and exceptional communication skills. High energy, self-motivated, and startup mentality—willing to take initiative and drive results. Ability to identify cross-functional opportunities and provide insights that benefit the broader organization. Understanding of market trends such as retail media networks, ID solutions, curation, and AI-driven advertising. Technical mindset with a passion for innovation and a deep understanding of ad tech platforms. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data interpretation.