Retail Media Program Manager

Mars United; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,050 - 107,835; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid family care up to 12 weeks

Adoption, surrogacy, fertility and pet

Health & wellness reimbursements

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Matching gifts program

Flexible working arrangements

Business Resource Groups

Job summary

Mars United is seeking a Manager to lead end-to-end customer project execution, including briefing, media & creative development, timelines, budgets, and activation. You will support the Director on strategic retailer media plans and liaise with vendor partners to drive performance.

The role requires 5–7 years of retail marketing experience, strong project management, and excellent communication. Hybrid work from Chicago or Cincinnati and travel occasionally are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, business or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in marketing or media at retail.
• Proven project management experience.
• Experience with retail media networks and media vendors.

Responsibilities

• Develop actionable strategies with cross-functional teams.
• Direct and oversee Sr. Account Executive and Account Executive.
• Manage implementation of key client projects.
• Build relationships with retailer client contacts.
• Ensure Ad Ops tagging and reporting compliance.
• Collaborate with external vendors/agencies to execute projects.
• Plan and manage project timelines and budgets.
• Proactively communicate project status and budget to clients.
• Travel occasionally.
• Hybrid work schedule: reside within commutable distance to Cincinnati or Chicago office.

Skills

Project management

Retail media networks

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Budget management

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in advertising, marketing, business or related field

Job description

Mars United is seeking a Manager to lead end-to-end customer project execution, including briefing, media & creative development, timelines, budgets, and activation. You will support the Director on strategic retailer media plans and liaise with vendor partners to drive performance.

The role requires 5–7 years of retail marketing experience, strong project management, and excellent communication. Hybrid work from Chicago or Cincinnati and travel occasionally are expected.