Associate Manager, Marketplace Media
Job title: Associate Manager, Marketplace Media in USA at Podean
Company: Podean
Job description: Podean is the leading global marketplace marketing agency. We work with progressive brands across the globe to unlock potential on Amazon, Target, Walmart, and other marketplaces. Our services span eCommerce strategy, content creation and optimization, media management, retail operations, data and analytics, consulting, and social commerce. Recent award wins include Digiday's Best Employer for Remote Employees and Amazon's Global Expansion Partner Award.Podean is seeking an experienced Associate Manager, Marketplace Media who will own the success of Amazon and other marketplace media campaigns. This role demands expertise in managing sophisticated and complex campaigns and a passion for guiding clients and team members to success. As the go-to marketplace media expert, you will unlock opportunities for growth, innovation, and excellence while leading the day-to-day management of marketplace campaigns.What You'll Do
- Be the main point of contact for clients, third-party vendors, and internal departments on all things marketplace media and paid search.
- Engage in daily communication with clients and internal teams to ensure alignment and success across campaigns.
- Develop and execute marketplace media strategies, including strategic roadmaps, and test plans.
- Analyze results and deliver actionable insights to clients.
- Translate client objectives into campaign strategies and tactics, unlocking value and efficiency in campaign execution.
- Apply analytical reasoning, data analysis, and problem-solving skills to optimize campaigns and maximize performance.
- Provide proactive coaching, task management, and timeline requirements to specialists, fostering growth and functional expertise.
- Take ownership of performance evaluations and provide actionable feedback to support team development.
- 2–3+ years of paid search or media buying experience, ideally within an agency setting
- Strong client service and communication skills, with the ability to lead conversations, build relationships, and inspire confidence
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of delivering actionable insights and measurable results
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and chart creation; familiarity with macros is a plus)
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment