Senior Retail Media Strategy and Operations Lead

Acosta; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Acosta is seeking a leadership role in Retail Media Operations to guide teams in developing and executing retail media strategies across channels, including sponsored search and programmatic campaigns. The role focuses on driving sales, visibility, and client satisfaction through data-driven optimization and cross-functional collaboration.

The candidate will mentor specialists, manage budgets, and present quarterly business reviews to top-tier clients in the Digital Commerce unit.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in managing retail media sponsored search and programmatic ad solutions.
• 5+ years leading and coaching a team, ideally with 3-5 direct reports.
• Strong SEM to pair with Programmatic and cross-channel integration.
• Proficiency in performance marketing, conversion optimization, and online customer acquisition.
• Expertise with ad technology supporting retail media like Skai, Pacvue, Amazon Marketing Cloud.
• Excellent client-facing communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of retail media strategies aligned with business goals.
• Oversee campaign planning for mid and upper funnel channels (CTV, OLV, Display, Paid Social).
• Manage sponsored search and programmatic campaigns for top-tier clients, including budgeting and performance analysis.
• Provide reporting and insights to stakeholders and clients; present quarterly/annual reviews.
• Mentor specialists and managers; foster open communication and teamwork.

Skills

Retail media

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Cross-functional

Data analysis

Communication

Tools

Skai

The Trade Desk

Amazon DSP

Job description

Acosta is seeking a leadership role in Retail Media Operations to guide teams in developing and executing retail media strategies across channels, including sponsored search and programmatic campaigns. The role focuses on driving sales, visibility, and client satisfaction through data-driven optimization and cross-functional collaboration.

The candidate will mentor specialists, manage budgets, and present quarterly business reviews to top-tier clients in the Digital Commerce unit.