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Senior Manager, Retail Search
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Mars United Commerce .
Mars United Commerce powered by Marilyn is a global commerce company that delivers solutions clients need to grow their business. We are looking for a Senior Manager, Retail Search to work in a hybrid remote capacity from one of the Mars United Commerce hub locations. Amazon Ads experience is required.
Candidates must reside in a commutable distance to one of these locations: Detroit, Chicago, Cincinnati, Minneapolis, Dallas, Bentonville, AR or New York.
Primary Responsibilities
Own and develop retail search activation strategy and oversee the Search Manager to build and execute best-in-class retail media campaigns across search
Direct and train Managers and Specialists on set-up, management, optimization and reporting of retail search
Lead strategy on keyword, ad group, audience and targeting strategy, and refine activation plan based on client objectives and vendor/platform capabilities
Work with Director to develop and refine processes to improve daily/weekly optimizations and performance across platforms and clients
Create and share presentations recommending campaign strategy and collaborate with senior internal leaders on search strategy and convey final plan to the search teams and clients
Support developing holistic retail strategy, client media mix, and budget allocations, while leading Search Managers and Specialists in executing tactics
Maintain oversight as the leader of the team that activates against campaign setup, performance, optimization, and reporting
Set and communicate performance expectations with Search Managers, Search Specialists, and key internal commerce media partners
Lead, manage, mentor, and scale the skillsets of the team of Search Managers and Specialists in workflow, training, development and adherence to best practices
Lead the search team in providing high-quality insights and strategic recommendations based on client objectives, media strategy and results
Reports to Director Retail Search; immediate direct reports with Search Manager
Skills Needed
5+ years of experience in the retail search space
Confident presenter and clear, persuasive communicator (verbal and written)
Owner and leader mentality with willingness to roll up your sleeves
Exceptional Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.)
Google Suite experience (Sheets, Docs, Slides)
Hands-on keyboard media buying experience including building and implementing keyword, ad group, audience and targeting strategies in-platform; real-time bidding, proactive campaign monitoring, optimization and results-based reporting
Retail media buying on platforms such as Amazon, Walmart, Criteo, Citrus Ads, Kroger/Promote IQ, Instacart
Google SEM or similar experience is a plus but not required
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage timelines, budgets and deliverables
Ambitious self-starter with ownership and pride in work
Passion for and knowledge of the retail and omnichannel media landscape
Creative and strategic thinker who enjoys solving complex challenges
Curious and always seeking to improve and grow
Collaborative team player with strong listening skills and the ability to respectfully challenge peers or clients when needed
Experience mentoring direct reports and empowering them to take on more strategic work
Strong client-facing presentation skills and storytelling, with a focus on business strategy and client motivations
Ability to operate independently with polished client deliverables
Ability to understand, respond to, challenge, and mitigate client objections to strategic and tactical recommendations
Mars United Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, ancestry, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or handicap, HIV, veteran, marital or family status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable laws.
Mars United Commerce offers inclusive benefit plans addressing the needs of all employees and families, including comprehensive health plans, parental leave programs, flexible paid time off, employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, financial guidance, tuition support, and a flexible work environment.
Compensation Range:
$95,950 - $150,995 annually. Compensation determined based on skills, qualifications and experience. Temporary roles may participate in freelancer/temporary medical plans; regular roles include medical, dental, vision, disability, 401k and paid time off. Application deadline for this posting is August 30, 2025.
Senioriy level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Advertising and Marketing
Industries
Advertising Services
Consumer Services
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Senior Manager, Retail Search
role at
Mars United Commerce .
Mars United Commerce powered by Marilyn is a global commerce company that delivers solutions clients need to grow their business. We are looking for a Senior Manager, Retail Search to work in a hybrid remote capacity from one of the Mars United Commerce hub locations. Amazon Ads experience is required.
Candidates must reside in a commutable distance to one of these locations: Detroit, Chicago, Cincinnati, Minneapolis, Dallas, Bentonville, AR or New York.
Primary Responsibilities
Own and develop retail search activation strategy and oversee the Search Manager to build and execute best-in-class retail media campaigns across search
Direct and train Managers and Specialists on set-up, management, optimization and reporting of retail search
Lead strategy on keyword, ad group, audience and targeting strategy, and refine activation plan based on client objectives and vendor/platform capabilities
Work with Director to develop and refine processes to improve daily/weekly optimizations and performance across platforms and clients
Create and share presentations recommending campaign strategy and collaborate with senior internal leaders on search strategy and convey final plan to the search teams and clients
Support developing holistic retail strategy, client media mix, and budget allocations, while leading Search Managers and Specialists in executing tactics
Maintain oversight as the leader of the team that activates against campaign setup, performance, optimization, and reporting
Set and communicate performance expectations with Search Managers, Search Specialists, and key internal commerce media partners
Lead, manage, mentor, and scale the skillsets of the team of Search Managers and Specialists in workflow, training, development and adherence to best practices
Lead the search team in providing high-quality insights and strategic recommendations based on client objectives, media strategy and results
Reports to Director Retail Search; immediate direct reports with Search Manager
Skills Needed
5+ years of experience in the retail search space
Confident presenter and clear, persuasive communicator (verbal and written)
Owner and leader mentality with willingness to roll up your sleeves
Exceptional Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.)
Google Suite experience (Sheets, Docs, Slides)
Hands-on keyboard media buying experience including building and implementing keyword, ad group, audience and targeting strategies in-platform; real-time bidding, proactive campaign monitoring, optimization and results-based reporting
Retail media buying on platforms such as Amazon, Walmart, Criteo, Citrus Ads, Kroger/Promote IQ, Instacart
Google SEM or similar experience is a plus but not required
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage timelines, budgets and deliverables
Ambitious self-starter with ownership and pride in work
Passion for and knowledge of the retail and omnichannel media landscape
Creative and strategic thinker who enjoys solving complex challenges
Curious and always seeking to improve and grow
Collaborative team player with strong listening skills and the ability to respectfully challenge peers or clients when needed
Experience mentoring direct reports and empowering them to take on more strategic work
Strong client-facing presentation skills and storytelling, with a focus on business strategy and client motivations
Ability to operate independently with polished client deliverables
Ability to understand, respond to, challenge, and mitigate client objections to strategic and tactical recommendations
Mars United Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, ancestry, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or handicap, HIV, veteran, marital or family status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable laws.
Mars United Commerce offers inclusive benefit plans addressing the needs of all employees and families, including comprehensive health plans, parental leave programs, flexible paid time off, employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, financial guidance, tuition support, and a flexible work environment.
Compensation Range:
$95,950 - $150,995 annually. Compensation determined based on skills, qualifications and experience. Temporary roles may participate in freelancer/temporary medical plans; regular roles include medical, dental, vision, disability, 401k and paid time off. Application deadline for this posting is August 30, 2025.
Senioriy level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Advertising and Marketing
Industries
Advertising Services
Consumer Services
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