Chicago or New York Hybrid Employment USD 45,000 - 90,000 Yearly

EssenceMediacom is hiring a Senior Associate, Commerce Search

About the Role

EssenceMediacom is looking for a Senior Associate, Commerce Search to manage tactical activation and day-to-day media for search-based campaigns. You will focus on retail media networks, developing keyword strategies and managing performance to meet client goals.

What You'll Do

  • Manage search media activations across several retailer media networks, including Amazon, CitrusAd, Criteo, The Trade Desk, and Walmart.
  • Execute campaign setup, bid recommendations, and budgeting to ensure client goal attainment, using retail bid management technologies like Pacvue, Skai, and Epsilo.
  • Optimize client accounts to meet their established KPIs.
  • Manage and build strong relationships with client teams across Ecommerce, Retail Media, and Brand.
  • Ensure on-going campaign compliance to GroupM established guidelines and best practices.
  • Prepare campaign performance reports on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.
  • Identify insights and optimizations utilizing historical data and competitive research.
  • Address technical issues with search campaign serving.
  • Understand key drivers of performance on various ecommerce platforms and marketplaces.
  • Assist with reconciliation, invoicing/billing, trafficking, and mapping data to our internal media campaign management platform.

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Analytics, Marketing, Communications, Advertising; OR equivalent professional work experience.
  • 2+ years of experience in biddable performance media execution or paid ecommerce, with a strong preference for retail media search execution.
  • Experience in campaign management and optimization across multiple retail platforms like Amazon, Instacart, Walmart, Target, Kroger, Criteo, Google, and Meta.
  • Strong drive to understand the retail landscape and latest trends in commerce media.
  • Basic analytical skills, with the ability to analyze data and develop insights that inform strategy and optimization.
  • Ability to collaborate and work effectively with internal teams and external partners.
  • A self-starter attitude that thrives in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience across the Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Technical Stack

  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Team & Environment

This role supports the Manager, Commerce Search, collaborating within a dynamic team focused on retail media performance.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Compensation: $45,000—$90,000 USD
  • Competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance
  • Significant paid time off
  • Preferential partner discounts
  • Employee mental health awareness days
  • Access to global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue passions, grow networks, and learn
  • Variety of employee resource groups
  • Frequent in-office events

Work Mode

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement.

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination. It is committed to fostering a culture of respect where everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

Required Skills
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookRetail MediaCampaign ManagementAmazon AdvertisingWalmart ConnectInstacart AdsData AnalysisPerformance MediaEcommercePaid Search
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Posted 14 days ago