Manager, Retail Media Strategy & Activation

Philadelphia, PA (Remote)

$90K/yr – $110K/yrManager5+ years expFull time

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own RMN strategy and hands-on activation across Walmart Connect, Roundel and emerging platforms while translating retail data into client-ready narratives and building a high-performing team.

  • RMN Strategy & Activation: drive end-to-end planning, optimization, and ROAS across key retail ecosystems.
  • Client & Team Ownership: manage client relationships and mentor 2–4 analysts to ensure quality execution.
  • Cross-functional Stewardship: collaborate with Media Analytics and Client Solutions to turn data into actionable guidance and codify best practices.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the strategic lead across Retail Media Networks (RMNs), focusing heavily on ecosystems like Walmart Connect, Target Roundel, and emerging commerce platforms.
  • Act as the primary point of contact and subject matter expert for assigned clients; proactively manage communication, translate complex retail data into strategic narratives, and build strong partnerships.
  • Lead campaign strategy, planning, and optimization across performance-driven retail media channels to drive measurable business outcomes and return on ad spend (ROAS).
  • Oversee hands-on activation and execution within retail aggregation platforms, specifically requiring deep operational excellence in Criteo.
  • Manage, mentor, and develop a team of 2–4 Analysts and Senior Analysts, guiding their professional growth and campaign execution quality.
  • Partner with Media Analytics to support deep-dive reporting and actionable insights, and collaborate with Client Solutions to align platform strategies with overarching client business goals.
  • Codify and share retail media best practices, industry POVs, and optimization frameworks to streamline internal workflows and drive operational excellence.

Requirements

  • 3–5+ years of experience in digital media planning, activation, and performance marketing, with a distinct focus on Retail Media Networks.
  • Proven, hands-on experience activating retail media through Criteo is required. Strong experience with Walmart Connect and/or Target Roundel is highly preferred.
  • Experience managing and developing a team of 2+ direct reports (Analysts/Senior Analysts).
  • Familiarity with managing large product catalogs, item-level/ASIN management, and inventory-driven optimization.
  • Familiarity with retail media management tools such as Pacvue, Skai, or similar commercial technologies is a strong plus.
  • Strong analytical acumen; comfortable working with large datasets, Excel (pivots, VLOOKUPs), and translating lower-funnel performance metrics into clear client insights.
  • Exceptional presentation, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to confidently lead client status meetings and strategic planning sessions.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and highly collaborative team environment.
  • Bachelor’s degree with relevant major preferred

    Benefits

    • Healthcare/Dental/Vision
    • Unlimited PTO
    • 401k Contributions
    • $75/mo Wellness Stipend
    • $100/mo Mobile Phone Stipend
    • $50/mo Internet Stipend
    • $500/yr Annual Learning Stipend
    • $2,000/yr Annual Tuition Stipend
    • One-time $200 New Hire Home Office Equipment Stipend
    • Parental Leave - 16 week primary caregiver / 6 week secondary caregiver leave
    • Annual Work From Anywhere 4 weeks per year
    • Kepler is a people first organization. If this role piques your interest but you may not check every box, we still encourage you to apply! Studies show that imposter syndrome can prevent women and people of color from applying unless they meet every single qualification. We welcome all who are interested to apply, you just might be a great candidate for this role or others.

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