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Job Description:
We are looking for a strategically minded and analytically driven Account Manager for our Retail Media practice to provide strategic oversight and guidance on retail media search campaigns for key client accounts. This position focuses on developing and executing best-in-class search campaign strategies across retail media networks while maintaining strong client partnerships. You will have the opportunity to be part of a growing business unit focused on driving measurable business impact through innovative retail media search strategies, in the context of a data-driven approach. We are seeking experienced, self-motivated and passionate professionals with deep retail media search expertise who want to drive retail media excellence and deliver exceptional client value in a rapidly evolving industry.
This position reports to the Group Director, Retail Media.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the strategic lead for retail media search campaigns for assigned accounts, including:
Developing comprehensive retail media search strategies aligned with client business objectives and KPIs
Providing strategic oversight and direction on search campaign planning, optimization, and performance
Guiding bid strategy, keyword strategy, and audience targeting recommendations for search campaigns
Partnering with execution teams to ensure search strategy is properly implemented
Provide strategic account management and client leadership, including:
Serving as the primary point of contact and strategic partner for key retail media accounts
Translating client business objectives into data-driven search campaign strategies
Conducting regular strategy reviews and business performance updates with clients
Identifying opportunities to expand retail media search investments and test new channels/tactics
Managing client expectations and ensuring alignment on campaign direction and results
Develop and communicate strategic insights and recommendations, including:
Performance analysis and reporting on search campaign results with actionable insights for improvement
Competitive benchmarking and market trend analysis to inform search strategy
Identification of optimization opportunities within existing search campaigns
Collaboration with analytics team to measure search campaign impact and ROI
Provide strategic guidance on search campaign execution, including:
Oversight of day-to-day search campaign setup, launch, and optimization
Review and approval of campaign details, audiences, assets, and messaging before activation
Escalation point for search-related strategic questions, platform issues, and tactical challenges
Mentoring of execution teams on best practices in retail media search
Proactively identify efficiencies and growth opportunities, including:
Opportunities to optimize search workflows and processes
Cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts
New retail media search channels or tactics aligned to client goals
Demonstrate exceptional communication and relationship skills, managing client relationships and internal stakeholder expectations with both written and verbal updates
Qualifications
4-5+ years of experience in media planning/buying roles, with at least 2+ years of hands-on experience managing retail media search campaigns (Amazon Sponsored Ads, Walmart Search Ads, Target Search Ads, or similar platforms)
Demonstrated expertise in retail media search campaign strategy, optimization, and performance management
Deep knowledge of:
1. Retail media search platforms (Amazon Sponsored Ads, Walmart Search Ads, Target Search Ads, Microsoft Advertising)
2. Search campaign optimization techniques (bid strategy, keyword targeting, audience segmentation)
3. Search campaign KPIs and measurement (ACoS, ROAS, conversion metrics, incrementality)
4. Search-specific audience management tools and features
Proven account management experience, with ability to:
1.Build and maintain strong client relationships
2. Translate client business needs into strategic recommendations
3. Present complex data and insights to non-technical audiences
4. Manage multiple accounts and prioritize based on business impact
Strategic mindset with proven ability to:
1. Develop differentiated search campaign strategies that drive business results
2. Think strategically about search customer journeys and retail media search tactics
3. Make data-informed recommendations and trade-offs
4. Advise clients on search channel expansion and multi-channel integration
CPG, Retail, or eComm experience is a plus
In-depth understanding of the retail media landscape, retail media search best practices, and advanced targeting and audience tactics specific to search
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and drive to deliver measurable results
Keen problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, particularly as they relate to retail media platform challenges
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance,
- Life insurance,
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance,
- 401k,
- Flexible paid time off,
- At least 15 paid holidays per year,
- Paid sick and safe leave, and
- Paid parental leave.
Location:
USA – Remote – Texas – Central TimeBrand:
IprospectTime Type:
Full timeContract Type:
PermanentDentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do this without regard to race, color, national origin, sex , sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Dentsu is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with us, please send an e-mail to ApplicantAccommodations@dentsu.com by clicking on the link to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information. We are here to support you.
Job Description:
We are looking for a strategically minded and analytically driven Account Manager for our Retail Media practice to provide strategic oversight and guidance on retail media search campaigns for key client accounts. This position focuses on developing and executing best-in-class search campaign strategies across retail media networks while maintaining strong client partnerships. You will have the opportunity to be part of a growing business unit focused on driving measurable business impact through innovative retail media search strategies, in the context of a data-driven approach. We are seeking experienced, self-motivated and passionate professionals with deep retail media search expertise who want to drive retail media excellence and deliver exceptional client value in a rapidly evolving industry.
This position reports to the Group Director, Retail Media.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the strategic lead for retail media search campaigns for assigned accounts, including:
Developing comprehensive retail media search strategies aligned with client business objectives and KPIs
Providing strategic oversight and direction on search campaign planning, optimization, and performance
Guiding bid strategy, keyword strategy, and audience targeting recommendations for search campaigns
Partnering with execution teams to ensure search strategy is properly implemented
Provide strategic account management and client leadership, including:
Serving as the primary point of contact and strategic partner for key retail media accounts
Translating client business objectives into data-driven search campaign strategies
Conducting regular strategy reviews and business performance updates with clients
Identifying opportunities to expand retail media search investments and test new channels/tactics
Managing client expectations and ensuring alignment on campaign direction and results
Develop and communicate strategic insights and recommendations, including:
Performance analysis and reporting on search campaign results with actionable insights for improvement
Competitive benchmarking and market trend analysis to inform search strategy
Identification of optimization opportunities within existing search campaigns
Collaboration with analytics team to measure search campaign impact and ROI
Provide strategic guidance on search campaign execution, including:
Oversight of day-to-day search campaign setup, launch, and optimization
Review and approval of campaign details, audiences, assets, and messaging before activation
Escalation point for search-related strategic questions, platform issues, and tactical challenges
Mentoring of execution teams on best practices in retail media search
Proactively identify efficiencies and growth opportunities, including:
Opportunities to optimize search workflows and processes
Cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts
New retail media search channels or tactics aligned to client goals
Demonstrate exceptional communication and relationship skills, managing client relationships and internal stakeholder expectations with both written and verbal updates
Qualifications
4-5+ years of experience in media planning/buying roles, with at least 2+ years of hands-on experience managing retail media search campaigns (Amazon Sponsored Ads, Walmart Search Ads, Target Search Ads, or similar platforms)
Demonstrated expertise in retail media search campaign strategy, optimization, and performance management
Deep knowledge of:
1. Retail media search platforms (Amazon Sponsored Ads, Walmart Search Ads, Target Search Ads, Microsoft Advertising)
2. Search campaign optimization techniques (bid strategy, keyword targeting, audience segmentation)
3. Search campaign KPIs and measurement (ACoS, ROAS, conversion metrics, incrementality)
4. Search-specific audience management tools and features
Proven account management experience, with ability to:
1.Build and maintain strong client relationships
2. Translate client business needs into strategic recommendations
3. Present complex data and insights to non-technical audiences
4. Manage multiple accounts and prioritize based on business impact
Strategic mindset with proven ability to:
1. Develop differentiated search campaign strategies that drive business results
2. Think strategically about search customer journeys and retail media search tactics
3. Make data-informed recommendations and trade-offs
4. Advise clients on search channel expansion and multi-channel integration
CPG, Retail, or eComm experience is a plus
In-depth understanding of the retail media landscape, retail media search best practices, and advanced targeting and audience tactics specific to search
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and drive to deliver measurable results
Keen problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, particularly as they relate to retail media platform challenges
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance,
- Life insurance,
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance,
- 401k,
- Flexible paid time off,
- At least 15 paid holidays per year,
- Paid sick and safe leave, and
- Paid parental leave.
Location:
USA – Remote – Texas – Central TimeBrand:
IprospectTime Type:
Full timeContract Type:
PermanentDentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do this without regard to race, color, national origin, sex , sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Dentsu is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with us, please send an e-mail to ApplicantAccommodations@dentsu.com by clicking on the link to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information. We are here to support you.
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Who's Hiring
- Sweat Pants Agency12
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- Pure Rush Shades2P
Top Industries Hiring
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in social media strategist jobs.
- Proven experience managing brand accounts across major social platforms
- Proficiency with social media management and scheduling tools
- Ability to analyze performance data and translate insights into strategy
- Experience planning and executing paid social campaigns with defined budgets
- Strong copywriting skills tailored to platform-specific audiences and formats
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field preferred
Tips for Your Social Media Strategist Job Search
Tailor your resume to platform-specific wins
List metrics tied to specific platforms, such as engagement rate improvements on Instagram or cost-per-click reductions on paid social campaigns. Generic social media experience reads as filler to hiring managers who expect platform-level proof of performance.
Build a portfolio before you need one
Screenshot campaign results, content calendars, and analytics dashboards now. Many social media strategist roles require a work sample before the interview stage, and candidates who can share a portfolio link move faster through the process than those who can't.
Target openings by channel specialty, not just title
Some roles are built around short-form video, others around B2B content or paid social. Search by platform terms alongside the title to surface openings that match your actual strengths and avoid wasting time on roles that need a different skill set.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists social media strategist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare to present a strategic brief in interviews
Many social media strategist interviews include a take-home or live exercise where you audit a brand's current presence and pitch a channel strategy. Practice structuring recommendations around audience insights, content pillars, and measurable goals before your first round.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
When you receive an offer, clarify what the role owns: content creation, paid budgets, community management, or all three. Scope creep is common in this role, and understanding what you're responsible for upfront protects you from being stretched beyond what the salary reflects.
Social Media Strategist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most social media strategists?
The companies hiring the most social media strategists right now include Sweat Pants Agency, Humana, and EchoStar, with the largest share of openings in Florida, New York, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Agency and in-house brand roles tend to make up the bulk of active postings at any given time.
How many social media strategist jobs are remote?
About 66% of social media strategist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making it one of the more location-flexible marketing roles. Content strategy and analytics-focused positions tend to be the most remote-friendly, while roles involving live event coverage or in-studio production often require an on-site presence.
How do you become a social media strategist?
Most social media strategists start by building hands-on experience managing accounts, either for a student organization, a freelance client, or an entry-level coordinator role. From there, developing platform-specific skills in content creation, paid campaigns, and analytics reporting is what moves candidates into strategy-level positions. Certifications from platform providers can strengthen your resume early in your career.
Can you get hired as a social media strategist with little experience?
Yes, but you'll need to show work rather than just describe it. Employers hiring for junior strategist roles respond well to candidates who bring a portfolio of real campaigns, even from personal projects, volunteer work, or small businesses. Demonstrating that you can analyze results and adjust a strategy matters more than years of experience at this level.
What does the social media strategist interview process look like?
Most social media strategist interview processes include an initial recruiter screen, one or two conversations with the hiring manager and a marketing team member, and a practical exercise such as a brand audit or channel strategy presentation. Some companies add a final round with a senior marketing or communications leader. The take-home exercise is where most candidates are differentiated.
Where can I find and apply to social media strategist jobs?
You can find and apply to social media strategist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing. New openings are added regularly, so checking back frequently gives you the best shot at applying before positions fill.
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