Global Commerce Strategy Manager — Hybrid & Growth-Focused

Wavemaker; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Wavemaker, the WPP Media brand, seeks a Manager, Global Commerce Strategy to translate retail media insights into actionable growth. You will work across retail platforms, partner with cross-functional teams and help craft end-to-end media plans that drive client outcomes.

This role requires 3+ years in commerce, strong communication, and hands-on experience with platforms like Pacvue or Skai. A hybrid US-based position offers collaboration with leading brands and a path to impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Business, Analytics, Marketing, Communications, Advertising; OR equivalent professional work experience.
• 3+ years of experience in commerce across paid media, trade strategy, retail, consulting, and/or analytics.
• Ability to execute effective media plans that achieve business objectives.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong communication and presentation skills for complex ideas.
• Deep understanding of retail commercial elements and how media channels fit together.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to upleveling account management and improve how we serve Commerce clients across agencies.
• Support agency teams to deliver comprehensive solutions that meet client objectives.
• Assist in developing commerce and retail media content, including POVs and frameworks.
• Lead adoption of GroupM Commerce for new business and existing accounts.
• Manage relationships to ensure delivery of first-to-market media solutions.
• Stay up to date on retail media trends and develop POVs on industry changes.
• Engage with leaders across agencies, tech providers, and retailers to go-to-market solutions.

Skills

Account management

Commercial strategy

Retail media

Client relationships

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors degree or equivalent

Tools

Pacvue

Skai

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Wavemaker, the WPP Media brand, seeks a Manager, Global Commerce Strategy to translate retail media insights into actionable growth. You will work across retail platforms, partner with cross-functional teams and help craft end-to-end media plans that drive client outcomes.

This role requires 3+ years in commerce, strong communication, and hands-on experience with platforms like Pacvue or Skai. A hybrid US-based position offers collaboration with leading brands and a path to impact.