Remote Senior Programmatic Manager – Retail Campaigns

DEPT®; California (MO, WA); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DEPT® seeks a Senior Account Manager, Programmatic to oversee the execution and optimization of programmatic campaigns within our retail vertical. You will work as a strategic partner to clients, manage complex campaigns, and mentor Account Managers and Coordinators to support their growth.

Remote-first company, candidates must be in the Mountain or Pacific time zones. Expect collaboration across multiple platforms and a focus on delivering client-first recommendations and performance insights.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of programmatic media experience, preferably across CTV, Display, and Video, with exposure to Native, Audio, or OOH.
• Hands-on programmatic trading experience within retail marketplaces such as Walmart, Target, & Best Buy.
• Proficiency in multiple DSPs (Amazon, TTD & DV360 preferred), as well as familiarity with Ad Servers.
• A minimum of 3 years’ paid marketing / ecommerce experience.
• Familiarity with Amazon Vendor/Seller Central is required.
• Demonstrated experience guiding or mentoring junior team members and contributing to their development.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with a strategic mindset.
• While DEPT® is a remote-first company, this role requires candidates to be located in either the Mountain or Pacific time zones.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with client services and programmatic teams to deliver client-first recommendations and provide day-to-day programmatic expertise.
• 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 your sponsored campaigns.
• Build, strengthen, and maintain effective client relationships by communicating performance insights and strategic opportunities.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities, strategic thinking, and clear communication in all client and internal interactions.
• Act as a proactive self-starter who can independently manage workflows while collaborating across teams.
• Support the development and execution of programmatic strategy to drive performance and achieve client goals.
• Provide guidance, feedback, and light mentorship to Account Managers and Coordinators to support their growth.
• Champion our core values and contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture.
• Bring forward innovative ideas and challenge existing processes to help elevate team performance and campaign results.

Skills

Programmatic

DSP Proficiency

Ecommerce Experience

Amazon Vendor Central

Mentoring

Analytics

Tools

Ad Servers

Amazon DSP

DV360

The Trade Desk (TTD)

Job description

DEPT® seeks a Senior Account Manager, Programmatic to oversee the execution and optimization of programmatic campaigns within our retail vertical. You will work as a strategic partner to clients, manage complex campaigns, and mentor Account Managers and Coordinators to support their growth.

Remote-first company, candidates must be in the Mountain or Pacific time zones. Expect collaboration across multiple platforms and a focus on delivering client-first recommendations and performance insights.