Managing Director Martech-Strategy

Managing Director MarTech Strategy Join to apply for the Managing Director MarTech Strategy role at VML . Who We Are At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an everevolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and WundermanThompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse. Job Summary A Managing Director, MarTech at VML is a clientfacing capability leader responsible for running and growing our CRM, marketing automation, and personalization business. This role requires a leader steeped in MarTech consulting and enablement who can engage directly with enterprise clients, pitch and win new business, deliver against complex programs, and lead an integrated capability in North America. The position is pivotal in ensuring that CRM and marketing automation are delivered at enterprise scale with excellence, embedding automation, AI, and agentic orchestration practices that futureproof our capabilities. Its a chance to play a leadership role in one of the industrys largest CRM and automation practices while shaping the future of AIenabled marketing. Key Responsibilities Individual Client Delivery Act as senior consultant and handson partner in client work, helping design and implement CRM, marketing automation, and personalization solutions. Solution Architecture Lead workshops and discovery sessions to map client needs, then design enterpriseready solutions blending data, platforms, and automation. Strategic Advisory Partner with Clevel client stakeholders to shape transformation roadmaps for CRM, personalization, and MarTech operations. Pitch & Growth Leadership Actively lead new business pursuits and proposals, bringing both strategic POV and technical depth. Capability Enablement Build frameworks, templates, and playbooks that ensure delivery is standardized, scalable, and agenticready. Thought Leadership Represent VML externally as a subjectmatter expert on CRM, MarTech, and the role of AI in modern marketing. Management Lead a Scaled Capability Manage and inspire a team of professionals onshore, collaborating with nearshore and offshore delivery hubs. Operational Excellence Ensure delivery consistently meets or exceeds KPIs, SLAs, and margin goals while driving continuous improvement. Talent Development Mentor senior leaders and managers, fostering a strong pipeline of future talent and succession within CRM, Marketing Automation, and Personalization. CrossAgency Integration Collaborate with other capabilities to embed automation, orchestration, and AI into client solutions. Qualifications Minimum 12+ years of experience in CRM, personalization, or marketing automation, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing scaled teams. Bachelors degree in Marketing, Business, Technology, or related field required; Masters degree preferred. Deep expertise in MarTech consulting, enablement, and managed services delivery for enterprise clients. Strong proficiency with enterprise platforms such as Salesforce, Adobe Experience Cloud, Marketo, and Braze. Proven ability to lead client engagements directly, including consulting workshops, solution design, and delivery oversight. Demonstrated success managing large global delivery organizations (teams of 50+), including onshore, nearshore, and offshore models. Commercial acumen: Proven ability to collaborate with commercial teams on scoping, pricing, and value definition, ensuring delivery is aligned to financial goals and client expectations. Experience embedding automation and AI/agentic workflows into CRM and personalization programs. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a global agency, consultancy, or large enterprise environment. Strong understanding of ROI modeling and efficiency levers, with accountability for execution and delivery excellence. Recognized thought leader in CRM, marketing automation, or MarTech transformation. Compensation & Benefits Base salary range: $125,000$295,000 USD. Individual compensation varies based on jobrelated factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package (click WPP Benefits for more details). Work Environment We believe the best work happens when were together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. Thats why weve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. 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