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United States Department of DefenseRetail Paid Search Manager
DEPT is seeking a Retail Paid Search Manager to handle Amazon Sponsored Ads strategy and activation for major retail accounts. This individual contributor position sits within…
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About This Role
DEPT is seeking a Retail Paid Search Manager to handle Amazon Sponsored Ads strategy and activation for major retail accounts. This individual contributor position sits within the North American Creative and Media team, supporting the expansion of the Retail Media practice. The organization operates on a remote-first basis for individuals situated in the Central or Eastern time zones. The person in this role will build and supervise large-scale campaigns, track…
Job Description
DEPT is seeking a Retail Paid Search Manager to handle Amazon Sponsored Ads strategy and activation for major retail accounts. This individual contributor position sits within the North American Creative and Media team, supporting the expansion of the Retail Media practice. The organization operates on a remote-first basis for individuals situated in the Central or Eastern time zones.
The person in this role will build and supervise large-scale campaigns, track budget pacing, and formulate optimization techniques to meet client targets. Responsibilities also include crafting roadmaps, delivering timely reports, and assisting with client presentations while collaborating alongside a global network of specialists.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute paid search campaigns across platforms including Amazon
- Oversee the execution, monitoring, and optimization of sponsored campaigns to meet client targets and budgets
- Prioritize initiatives and qualify ideas from team members to maximize account performance
- Manage and communicate daily and weekly budget pacing and campaign performance metrics
- Hit project deadlines and balance workload independently based on impact and urgency
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of paid marketing or ecommerce experience
- At least 2 years of paid search experience
- Minimum of 2 years building paid search campaigns on the Amazon platform
- At least 2 years of client-facing experience utilizing a consultative approach
- Familiarity with Amazon Vendor Central and Seller Central
Qualifications
- Prior experience managing advertising campaigns on Walmart and Target
Core Skills
Benefits
- Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
- 401K plan with matching contributions
- Paid time off
- Paid company holidays
- Parental leave
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is this position located?
DEPT operates as a remote-first organization, and applicants for this role must be located in either the Central or Eastern time zones.
What is the salary range for this role?
The anticipated salary range is between $70,000 and $85,000 per year, based on a 40-hour workweek, relevant experience, expertise, physical location, and leveling.
Are there any specific platform experience requirements?
Yes, candidates must have a minimum of two years of experience building paid search campaigns specifically within the Amazon platform, along with familiarity with Amazon Vendor Central and Seller Central.
Does this role involve managing direct reports?
This is currently an individual contributor role with no direct reports, though there will be opportunities to coach junior practitioners and guide team careers as the department grows.
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