Data Partnerships Director

The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. How? With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers –– and sets a new standard for global reach, accuracy, and transparency. We are proud of the culture we have built. We value the unique experiences and perspectives that each person brings to The Trade Desk, and we are committed to fostering inclusive spaces where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work every day.

So, if you are talented, driven, creative, and eager to join a dynamic, globally-connected team, then we want to talk!

What you'll do:

The SEA region represents a significant growth opportunity for The Trade Desk. As Director, Data Partnerships, you will play a pivotal role in translating data partnerships into measurable commercial impact across Brand Direct, new business, and agency channels. 

You will be responsible for shaping and executing strategic data partnerships strategy particularly with leading SEA Retailers and non-traditional data providers (Telco, Broadcasters, FinTech). This role sits at the intersection of partner management, go-to-market execution, and commercial leadership, and requires comfort operating both strategically and hands-on where impact matters most. 

This role reports to the GM, Data Partnerships SEA and is based in our Singapore office, frequent travel to neighboring countries in South East Asia will be required. 

Key responsibilities include: 

SEA Data Partnerships Strategy  

• Partner with the GM, Data Partnerships SEA to execute a localised country specific data partnerships strategy, translating global and regional priorities into locally relevant executable plans that support commercial teams.  

Commercial alignment and GTM leadership 

• Partner closely with Brand Direct and Agency commercial teams to develop clear, compelling go-to-market narratives and use cases that support priority accounts and new business opportunities. 

Strategic Partner Management  

• Identify, secure, and grow strategic partnerships across retail, audience, and measurement partners, activating Tier 1 and Tier 2 partners through repeatable frameworks.  

Cross-Functional Leadership  

• Work closely with Product, Legal, Finance, Technical Account Management, and other cross-functional teams to structure partnerships effectively and support execution 

Market Presence and thought leadership 

• Represent The Trade Desk with partners, customers, and industry bodies contributing to industry forums, events, and external engagement aligned to data and ecosystem priorities. 

Who you are: 

• 10+ years’ experience in data, adtech, SaaS, cloud platforms, or digital media, with a strong track record of building and scaling commercial partnerships
• Commercially fluent in complex data products, able to translate technical concepts (e.g. first-party data onboarding, secure data collaboration, identity, measurement) into clear customer and partner value
• Demonstrated success driving growth in the South East Asia region influencing outcomes across Brand Direct, agencies, or enterprise customers
• Comfort operating across strategy and execution, able to set direction while also progressing priority initiatives hands-on when required
• Experienced in complex partnership structures, including contracts, commercial negotiations, and working across Legal, Product, Technical, and Finance teams
• Executive-level presence and influence, capable of building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and driving change in matrixed organisations
• Adept at both developing strategies and operating day-to-day within cross-functional teams
• Strong judgement in ambiguous environments, able to prioritise, make decisions with imperfect information, and balance depth with scale
• High emotional intelligence and integrity, with a consultative, collaborative approach to internal and external partnerships
• Credible industry representative, comfortable engaging in senior partner discussions, customer forums, and broader industry conversations
• Demonstrated ability to take full ownership and operate independently in senior, ambiguous environments, while maintaining strong alignment with leadership and cross-functional teams.
   

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