TL;DR

Director, Product (Commerce): Driving the strategy, roadmap, and execution of commerce-focused data products for global marketing transformation with an accent on retail media, ad tech integration, and lean product methodologies. Focus on leading cross-functional teams, shaping business models for commerce platforms, and delivering data-driven solutions to support large-scale advertising operations.

Location: Must be based in the UK and have the right to work in this location. The role operates on a hybrid basis with expected office attendance (~4 days/week).

Company

WPP is a global creative transformation company using data and AI to power marketing and media solutions for the world’s leading brands.

What you will do

  • Define and execute the product strategy and value proposition for commerce-focused media and content platforms.
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to cross-functional product management, data, and engineering teams.
  • Partner with leadership to shape a 12-18 month product roadmap using lean, iterative methodologies.
  • Utilize quantitative and qualitative data to drive product adoption, strategy, and continuous improvement.
  • Manage senior internal and external stakeholders, communicating roadmap vision and product release value.
  • Promote best practices in product management and agile development processes across the organization.

Requirements

  • Proven track record in product management or development, specifically within the digital commerce or advertising industry.
  • Deep expertise in digital advertising technologies, platforms, and current industry trends.
  • Experience implementing agile development frameworks with cross-functional and dispersed teams.
  • Strategic mindset with a demonstrated ability to identify innovative solutions using emerging technologies.
  • Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder influencing skills.
  • Must be a UK resident with the right to work in the UK.

Culture & Benefits

  • Access to global WPP and WPP Media networks for professional growth and networking.
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, and dental insurance.
  • Group retirement plans and competitive paid time off.
  • Active employee resource groups and a culture focused on inclusivity and belonging.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and development within the marketing and advertising industry.