Account Manager

Aquent (United States); Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized health plan

Vision plan

Dental plan

Paid sick leave

Retirement plan with match

Job summary

Aquent is partnering with a global leader in e-commerce to drive advertising strategies that boost conversion and brand recognition. This role focuses on building and managing sophisticated media solutions, aligning client objectives with data-driven plans, and delivering measurable results in a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate with sales and account teams, lead calls with advertisers and agencies, and guide campaigns across multiple channels including display, video, search, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Communication, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience managing or consulting on digital media campaigns across display, video, social, search, and programmatic channels.
• Strong understanding of digital media metrics (CPM, ROAS, CPC, CTR) and optimization math.
• Proven client-facing experience and ability to identify risks and propose solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with confident presentation skills.
• Robust project management capabilities and ability to multitask under pressure.
• Comfort with evolving environments and ambiguity.
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook and familiarity with Salesforce, JIRA, Tableau, SQL, Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strong executor and consultative partner, developing strategic plans and executing campaigns.
• Collaborate with internal sales and account teams to craft data-driven media proposals.
• Lead and participate in advertiser and agency calls with deep media and audience strategy expertise.
• Apply understanding of media types including paid search, programmatic display, CTV, social, digital OOH, and experiential tactics.
• Regularly communicate campaign performance, insights, and optimization recommendations.
• Ensure seamless campaign launches and high-quality client experiences by following SLAs and QA processes.
• Present upsell recommendations to clients and agencies to drive incremental revenue.
• Traffic campaigns across various ad tech platforms and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Client facing

Project management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Ad tech fluency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Marketing/Communication

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Salesforce

JIRA

Tableau

SQL

Power BI

Job description

Aquent is partnering with a global leader in e-commerce, a company at the forefront of digital innovation that connects millions of customers with products they love. This organization is revolutionizing the retail landscape by leveraging cutting-edge technology and data-driven strategies to create unparalleled shopping experiences. Joining this team means contributing to a dynamic environment where your work directly impacts how brands engage with a vast consumer base, driving significant business growth and shaping the future of online advertising.

PLEASE NOTE: This role requires you to be 5 days onsite in Hoboken, NJ

About the Opportunity

Step into a pivotal role where your strategic vision and execution prowess will directly shape the success of advertising initiatives for major brands. As a key player in a high-impact team, you will be instrumental in building, executing, and managing sophisticated advertising solutions that drive both conversion and brand recognition. This is more than just managing campaigns; it’s about being a strategic partner, translating marketing objectives into actionable media strategies, and delivering measurable results that resonate across the industry. Your expertise will empower clients to achieve their goals, making a tangible difference in their market presence and revenue growth.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as a strong executor and consultative partner, developing strategic plans and executing both managed-service and self-service campaigns.
• Collaborate closely with internal sales and account teams to craft strategic, data-driven media proposals that align seamlessly with client objectives.
• Lead and participate in external advertiser and agency calls, showcasing deep expertise in media tactics, audience strategy, and campaign stewardship.
• Apply a comprehensive understanding of diverse media types, including paid search, programmatic display, direct digital sponsorships, CTV, social media, digital OOH, and experiential tactics.
• Regularly communicate campaign performance metrics, insights, and optimization recommendations to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure seamless campaign launches and high-quality client experiences by adhering to internal service level agreements and quality assurance processes.
• Confidently present strategic upsell recommendations to clients and agencies, driving incremental revenue through your executive presence and insightful proposals.
• Partner cross-functionally to effectively traffic campaigns across various ad technology platforms.
• Proactively troubleshoot and resolve campaign issues, ensuring optimal performance and client satisfaction.

What You’ll Bring

To thrive in this role, you’ll need a blend of strategic thinking, technical acumen, and exceptional client‑facing skills.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Communication, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience managing or consulting on digital media campaigns across display, video, social, search, and programmatic channels.
• A deep understanding of digital media metrics (CPM, ROAS, CPC, CTR, etc.) and the media math required for effective optimization.
• Proven client‑facing experience, including proactive risk identification and the development of innovative solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, coupled with strong presentation abilities.
• Robust project management capabilities and the ability to excel under pressure while managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• High comfort level navigating rapidly evolving environments and ambiguous situations.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook, along with familiarity with Salesforce, JIRA, Tableau, SQL, and Power BI.

Nice-to-Haves

• Master’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Communication, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in programmatic advertising, including in-depth knowledge of DSPs, DMPs, and ad exchanges.
• A proven track record of influencing advertiser investments through strategic media recommendations.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is _____$47____ to ____$52_______. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

• Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal‑opportunity employer.

We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.