Media Manager

Podean is seeking an experienced Media Manager who will own the success of eRetail media campaigns, including Walmart, Target, and Amazon. This role demands expertise in hands-on management of sophisticated and complex campaigns and a passion for guiding clients and team members to success. As the go-to marketplace media expert, you will unlock opportunities for growth, innovation, and excellence while leading the day-to-day management of marketplace campaigns.

What You’ll Do

• Full ownership of eRetail media campaigns with hands-on optimizations to deliver results.
• Driving holistic media strategy and identifying growth opportunities across Walmart, Target, Amazon, and more.
• Be the main point of contact for clients, third-party vendors, and internal departments on all things marketplace media and paid search.
• Engage in daily communication with clients and internal teams to ensure alignment and success across campaigns.
• Unlock team potential by overseeing analysts’ work, providing mentorship, and offering strategic guidance under account leadership.
• Develop and execute marketplace media strategies, including strategic roadmaps, test plans, and risk/benefit analysis. Analyze results and deliver actionable insights to clients.
• Translate client objectives into campaign strategies and tactics, unlocking value and efficiency in campaign execution.
• Apply analytical reasoning, data analysis, and problem-solving skills to optimize campaigns and maximize performance.
• Provide proactive coaching, task management, and timeline requirements to specialists, fostering growth and functional expertise.
• Take ownership of performance evaluations and provide actionable feedback to support team development.

What We’re Looking For

• 4+ years hands-on keyboard experience managing Walmart, Target, and other eRetail media campaign, and using campaign bidding/management tools.
• Proven ability to manage people, lead teams, and unlock potential in others.
• Strong data analysis, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills to deliver measurable results and insights.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, vlookups, chart building; Visual Basic macros a plus) and familiarity with Amazon tools like PacVue, Sellics, Teikametrics, or Perpetua.
• Strong professional presence and communication skills to influence and inspire clients and teams.
• Ability to multitask across priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

The expected salary range for this role is $85,000 - $95,000. Final compensation will be based on experience, skills, and qualifications.