The Manager will manage Commerce programs across Amazon (AMS), Amazon DSP, Criteo Retail Exchange, Triad (WMG), and other commerce networks. The Manager is accountable for maintaining accurate spend levels and hitting stated revenue amidst online growth goals. Proven account management in the Commerce space, along with experience in online marketing and digital media is required.
Responsible for gathering the research and data needed to formulate tactical plan development and recommendation for client delivery
Ultimate oversight for all day-to-day Commerce budget and billing activity (pacing, Prisma management, draft billing, accuracy of budgets vs. strategy flowcharts)
Responsible for presenting recommendations, soliciting feedback, and directing the Analyst(s) to apply client feedback to campaigns
Actively contribute to account strategy including annual budget development, KPIs, partner selection, new tactics, and tracking industry developments
Review paperwork necessary for purchase authorization and ensure vendor counter signature is received
QA all campaign components prior to launch (dayparting, bids, budget, targeting parameters, correct creative)
Recommend campaign adjustments based on performance trends
Client communication over performance amidst competitive landscape
Development and recommendation of optimizations and/or testing plans (e.g. new vendors, new targeting segments, new types of creative to test, new flighting strategy, test and learn agenda)
Responsible for campaign reporting and developing strategic insights with clear actionable items
Responsible for building clear, concise, and cohesive quantitative analyses inclusive of strong data visualization
Lead client status and reporting calls including presentation of reporting
Primary contact for resolving billing discrepancies in partnership with client strategy and billing reconciliation team
Lead client relationship with day to day contact and partner agencies (where applicable) by ensuring a seamless communication process
Responsible for timely response to daily communication regarding campaign level inquiries (client, vendors, internal)
Maintain professional, productive rapport with sales representatives/media vendors
Demonstrate creativity and agility when problem solving prior to elevation to Associate Director
Partner with Associate Director to ensure upcoming deliverables are being proactively addressed
Timely delivery of all work required
Provide direction to Analyst(s) on how to build a new campaign across all Commerce tactics and platforms
Review and package for delivery to client, including full QA
Serve as lead for training of new Analyst(s) and be a resource for ad hoc questions
Work closely with Analyst(s) to establish priorities and manage workload
Provide direction to Analyst(s) for purposes of campaign structure, budget, and targeting development
Responsible for final QA before delivery to client and launch
Responsible for Analyst(s) management of campaign budgets, pacing, and campaign adjustments
3+ years of hands-on account management experience in online advertising with a focus on Commerce
In-depth activation and optimization experience with Amazon and Criteo platforms
1+ years of demonstrated success in managing and leading people
Deep knowledge of ad serving platforms and online analytic solutions
Mastery of all relevant tools for reporting, analytics, and competitive analysis
Knowledge of statistical methods and testing methodology preferred