Retail Search​/Amazon Search, Manager

WHY DEPT®? We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA.

We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh
* t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter.

At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build.

We are seeking a Manager of Retail Paid Search to join our team and be part of strategic initiatives for several enterprise retail accounts, focusing on search execution within Amazon. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing paid search strategies that drive performance and growth. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with client objectives and deliver impactful results.

You will deliver reporting, insights and projects in a timely manner and within budget plans supporting the team with flawless execution.

You will:

• Set a positive example and guide the growth of careers of junior team members alike.
• Demonstrate the ability to report and optimize client marketing campaigns within the Amazon retail media network, specifically within the Amazon Sponsored Ecosystem.
• Play an essential role on client teams to build and execute large-scale campaigns and tests that deliver on our strategy for the client.
• Make recommendations on alignment with Amazon and other retail media platforms, create roadmaps and work closely with your team and other internal teams to drive success for our clients.
• Strive for strong communication and presentation skills and contribute to client presentations confidently.
• Directly support the expansion of our Retail Media practice within the Creative & Media team at DEPT within North America and globally within a team of 130 Retail Media specialists.

• Develop & execute cutting-edge digital campaigns from conception to launch across platforms like Amazon (bonus if you have experience on Walmart and Target).
• Manage and oversee executions and optimizations of sponsored campaigns.
• Develop, execute and oversee account management monitoring and optimization techniques to drive performance toward client targets and budgets.
• Qualify ideas from team members and prioritize initiatives that will have the greatest impact on account performance.
• Own updates, monitoring, and communication of (daily/weekly) budget pacing and high level campaign performance.
• Demonstrate and coach consistent time management skills, balancing workload independently and prioritizing based on impact & urgency. Meet project deadlines and communicate when it isn’t possible.
• Grow a thorough understanding of retail search, embodying a “forever student” mentality.

• A minimum of 3 years’ paid marketing / ecommerce experience with:
  • A minimum of 2 years’ paid search experience
  • At least 2 years of experience building paid search campaigns within the Amazon platform
  • At least 2 years of experience with client facing engagements with a consultative approach.
• Familiarity with Amazon Vendor/Seller Central is required.
• Proven track record of managing successful paid search campaigns for enterprise-level accounts.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
• Must possess proactivity, creativity, and enthusiasm; eager to roll up your sleeves and grow beyond eCommerce advertising knowledge.
• Demonstrated consultative communication skills.

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401K plan, plus matching
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and…