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Company Description
With a history that dates back over 80 years, Starcom is a global communications planning and media leader. We are an agency still grounded in our founding principle that people are at center of all we do. Each day, we apply this belief to harness the transformative power of data and technology to inspire and move people and business forward. With more than 7,000 employees in over 100 offices around the world, Starcom partners with the world's leading marketers and brands, including Bank of America, Best Buy, Kellogg Company, McDonald's, Novartis, Samsung, Visa and more.
Job Description What You’ll Do:
The VP Director, eCommerce is responsible for leading the success of clients’ eCommerce initiatives by providing thought leadership on campaign strategies and optimization, building strong relationships and establishing clear lines of communication with clients, partners, and internal collaborators. As VP Director of eCommerce you'll manage the strategy and oversee planning, optimization and reporting of client campaigns particularly as they relate to the client's Amazon growth and acceleration strategy. The VP Director has a mastery of Amazon Marketing Services (AMS) Paid Search/Sponsored Product Listings as well as Amazon Media Group (AMG) services such as on-site display advertising and AAP. As the VP, Director you will serve as the main point of contact for clients and internal collaborators.
You have strong team management, and expert-level eCommerce experience. Our eCommerce team works across a diverse range of sectors on some of the largest and most dynamic clients within the agency. We are looking for an enthusiastic leader who is keen to submerge themselves into a number of projects.
Responsibilities
Provide vision, direction, management and support to individuals within the team to ensure their work aligns with our mission and goals
Motivate and manage an eCommerce team in the creation, development, and execution of campaigns to meet/exceed expectations within budget and time parameters
Oversee the client’ strategy and growth ofAmazon Marketing Services (AMS) Paid Search/Sponsored Product Listings as well as Amazon Media Group (AMG) services such as on-site display advertising and AAP
Be the subject matter expert and educate teams and clients of the eCommerce retail environment
Build end-to-end ecommerce strategy and plans for the client
Assist internal teams within the eCommerce practice in growing each client’sbusiness
Work with cross-functionalteams to provide insight and recommendations
Develop, manage, and monitor client service delivery executions of the assigned accounts
Oversee process development and execution management
Assures quality control of all media planning and implementation
Prepare and present annual financial and staffing plans
Implement planning process for the assigned accounts and comprehensive media planning across paid search platforms and initiatives
Coordinate efforts across different digital media channels to drive optimized recommendations
Continuously evaluate and improve upon all digital media opportunities
Embrace and encourage a culture based on team work, collaboration, and intellectual curiosity
Motivate, lead, and manage internal teams, working collaboratively to drive programs that meet our clients’ performance and business objectives
Drive adoption of stated account management standards through example setting, positive reinforcement and behavioral correction
Conduct performance reviews and career path plans
Provide training to direct reports as needed
Facilitate the development and documentation of standards for improving operational efficiencies within the team and the group
Foster strong relationships with internal teams and client groups
Develop action plans for achieving and measuring media success, including setting important targets, measurement and optimization strategies
Advocate the value of eCommerce and help educate clients, partners and internal teams on the latest developments and capabilities in this quickly evolving media channels
Lead presentations to both clients and internal teams showcasing campaign strategy and performance results
Develop, manage, and monitor client P&L’s for assigned accounts
Implement comprehensive media planning
Introduces Process Development Input, Quality Assurance and Best Practices Input
Collaborate with other department leads to share ideas, communicate service offerings, and to identify and deliver new solutions for clients
Keeps senior management apprised of key client opportunities, potential risks and other key nuances which affect the health of the business
Develops a complete understanding of each client’s goals, markets, needs and expectations
Attends client meetings on ongoing basis, interface as needed with executive level and middle management level on client side during meetings and presentations
Advocates across functional areas within client relationships (e.g. IT professionals, marketing/product managers, C-level executives) to develop rapport and deliver complex solutions
Communicates and implements a Participation Planning Process for all assigned accounts
Solves client problems and uses conflict management skills within a professional environment
Manages strategy development and execution for complex marketing analysis subject areas, such as segmentation, attitudinal/motivational analysis, concept/copy testing, sales forecasting, response prediction, advertising effectiveness, consumer profiling, customer profitability analysis (lifetime value), media mix modelling, conversion attribution analysis and return on investment measurement
Leverages syndicated digital research (e.g. ComScore, Nielsen, Hitwise) to benchmark trends and/or manage expectations of forecasted trends
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred, preferably in marketing, advertising, business, engineering, statistics, economics, sociology, or equivalent
10+ years of account management experience in online advertising, direct marketing, or e-commerce with increasing levels of responsibility within an agency or media company, including client-facing responsibilities
5+ years of experience in interactive marketing or business consulting using data and information to drive specific targeting and marketing recommendations
7+ years of team management experience
eCommerce experienceis required
Experience with Amazon Marketing Services (AMS) Paid Search/Sponsored Product Listings and Amazon Media Group (AMG) services
Possess strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret campaign performance data and provide insights and optimization recommendations
Understanding of best practices for demonstrating social media for brand communication
Knowledge of statistical methods and testing methodology preferred
Deep knowledge of ad serving platforms and online analytic solutions
Excellent relationship building, diplomacy, and decision making skills with the ability to think creatively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with intermediate to advanced understanding of Excel
Additional Information Starcom is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
The Power of One starts with our people! To do powerful things, we offer powerful resources. Our best-in-class wellness and benefits offerings include:
Paid Family Care for parents and caregivers for 12 weeks or more
Monetary assistance and support for Adoption, Surrogacy and Fertility
Monetary assistance and support for pet adoption
Employee Assistance Programs and Health/Wellness/Comfort reimbursements to help you invest in your future and work/life balance
Tuition Assistance
Paid time off that includes Flexible Time off Vacation, Annual Sick Days, Volunteer Days, Holiday and Identity days, and more
Matching Gifts programs
Flexible working arrangements
'Work Your World’ Program encouraging employees to work from anywhere Publicis Groupe has an office for up to 6 weeks a year (based upon eligibility)
Business Resource Groups that support multiple affinities and alliances
The benefits offerings listed are available to U.S. based employees, are reviewed on an annual basis, and are governed by the terms of the applicable plan documents.
Compensation Range: $146,490 - $210,420 annual. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 2/3/26.
If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Job Description What You’ll Do:
The VP Director, eCommerce is responsible for leading the success of clients’ eCommerce initiatives by providing thought leadership on campaign strategies and optimization, building strong relationships and establishing clear lines of communication with clients, partners, and internal collaborators. As VP Director of eCommerce you'll manage the strategy and oversee planning, optimization and reporting of client campaigns particularly as they relate to the client's Amazon growth and acceleration strategy. The VP Director has a mastery of Amazon Marketing Services (AMS) Paid Search/Sponsored Product Listings as well as Amazon Media Group (AMG) services such as on-site display advertising and AAP. As the VP, Director you will serve as the main point of contact for clients and internal collaborators.
You have strong team management, and expert-level eCommerce experience. Our eCommerce team works across a diverse range of sectors on some of the largest and most dynamic clients within the agency. We are looking for an enthusiastic leader who is keen to submerge themselves into a number of projects.
Responsibilities
Provide vision, direction, management and support to individuals within the team to ensure their work aligns with our mission and goals
Motivate and manage an eCommerce team in the creation, development, and execution of campaigns to meet/exceed expectations within budget and time parameters
Oversee the client’ strategy and growth ofAmazon Marketing Services (AMS) Paid Search/Sponsored Product Listings as well as Amazon Media Group (AMG) services such as on-site display advertising and AAP
Be the subject matter expert and educate teams and clients of the eCommerce retail environment
Build end-to-end ecommerce strategy and plans for the client
Assist internal teams within the eCommerce practice in growing each client’sbusiness
Work with cross-functionalteams to provide insight and recommendations
Develop, manage, and monitor client service delivery executions of the assigned accounts
Oversee process development and execution management
Assures quality control of all media planning and implementation
Prepare and present annual financial and staffing plans
Implement planning process for the assigned accounts and comprehensive media planning across paid search platforms and initiatives
Coordinate efforts across different digital media channels to drive optimized recommendations
Continuously evaluate and improve upon all digital media opportunities
Embrace and encourage a culture based on team work, collaboration, and intellectual curiosity
Motivate, lead, and manage internal teams, working collaboratively to drive programs that meet our clients’ performance and business objectives
Drive adoption of stated account management standards through example setting, positive reinforcement and behavioral correction
Conduct performance reviews and career path plans
Provide training to direct reports as needed
Facilitate the development and documentation of standards for improving operational efficiencies within the team and the group
Foster strong relationships with internal teams and client groups
Develop action plans for achieving and measuring media success, including setting important targets, measurement and optimization strategies
Advocate the value of eCommerce and help educate clients, partners and internal teams on the latest developments and capabilities in this quickly evolving media channels
Lead presentations to both clients and internal teams showcasing campaign strategy and performance results
Develop, manage, and monitor client P&L’s for assigned accounts
Implement comprehensive media planning
Introduces Process Development Input, Quality Assurance and Best Practices Input
Collaborate with other department leads to share ideas, communicate service offerings, and to identify and deliver new solutions for clients
Keeps senior management apprised of key client opportunities, potential risks and other key nuances which affect the health of the business
Develops a complete understanding of each client’s goals, markets, needs and expectations
Attends client meetings on ongoing basis, interface as needed with executive level and middle management level on client side during meetings and presentations
Advocates across functional areas within client relationships (e.g. IT professionals, marketing/product managers, C-level executives) to develop rapport and deliver complex solutions
Communicates and implements a Participation Planning Process for all assigned accounts
Solves client problems and uses conflict management skills within a professional environment
Manages strategy development and execution for complex marketing analysis subject areas, such as segmentation, attitudinal/motivational analysis, concept/copy testing, sales forecasting, response prediction, advertising effectiveness, consumer profiling, customer profitability analysis (lifetime value), media mix modelling, conversion attribution analysis and return on investment measurement
Leverages syndicated digital research (e.g. ComScore, Nielsen, Hitwise) to benchmark trends and/or manage expectations of forecasted trends
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred, preferably in marketing, advertising, business, engineering, statistics, economics, sociology, or equivalent
10+ years of account management experience in online advertising, direct marketing, or e-commerce with increasing levels of responsibility within an agency or media company, including client-facing responsibilities
5+ years of experience in interactive marketing or business consulting using data and information to drive specific targeting and marketing recommendations
7+ years of team management experience
eCommerce experienceis required
Experience with Amazon Marketing Services (AMS) Paid Search/Sponsored Product Listings and Amazon Media Group (AMG) services
Possess strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret campaign performance data and provide insights and optimization recommendations
Understanding of best practices for demonstrating social media for brand communication
Knowledge of statistical methods and testing methodology preferred
Deep knowledge of ad serving platforms and online analytic solutions
Excellent relationship building, diplomacy, and decision making skills with the ability to think creatively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with intermediate to advanced understanding of Excel
Additional Information Starcom is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
The Power of One starts with our people! To do powerful things, we offer powerful resources. Our best-in-class wellness and benefits offerings include:
Paid Family Care for parents and caregivers for 12 weeks or more
Monetary assistance and support for Adoption, Surrogacy and Fertility
Monetary assistance and support for pet adoption
Employee Assistance Programs and Health/Wellness/Comfort reimbursements to help you invest in your future and work/life balance
Tuition Assistance
Paid time off that includes Flexible Time off Vacation, Annual Sick Days, Volunteer Days, Holiday and Identity days, and more
Matching Gifts programs
Flexible working arrangements
'Work Your World’ Program encouraging employees to work from anywhere Publicis Groupe has an office for up to 6 weeks a year (based upon eligibility)
Business Resource Groups that support multiple affinities and alliances
The benefits offerings listed are available to U.S. based employees, are reviewed on an annual basis, and are governed by the terms of the applicable plan documents.
Compensation Range: $146,490 - $210,420 annual. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 2/3/26.
If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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