Manager, Shopper (Alch/Bev-CPG) at Spark Foundry | Chicago, IL | $81K/yr – $117K/yr

Spark Foundry

Manager, Shopper (Alch/Bev-CPG)

Chicago, IL (On-site)

$81K/yr – $117K/yrSenior Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 1 month ago

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Job Summary

Own campaign oversight and client-facing leadership for a commerce program, balancing budget discipline, QA (pre-launch), and strategy to drive actionable insights.

Budget governance, billing accuracy, and coordinator role with internal and partner agencies.
Pre-launch QA, testing plans, and optimization recommendations across commerce tactics.
Present plans and updates, gather feedback, and translate client input into campaign execution across channels.

Job Description

Responsible for gathering the research and data needed to formulate tactical plan development and recommendation for client delivery
Ultimate oversight for all day to day Commerce budget and billing activity (pacing, Prisma management, draft billing, accuracy of budgets vs. strategy flowcharts)
Familiarity working with shopper/retail media partners such as Neptune, InMarket, Ibotta, Checkout, or similar in store / offsite shopper platforms is a plus
Responsible for presenting recommendations, soliciting feedback, and directing the Analyst(s) to apply client feedback to campaigns
Actively contribute to account strategy including annual budget development, KPIs, partner selection, new tactics, and tracking industry developments
QA-ing all pre-launch campaign components prior to launch (dayparting, bids, budget, targeting parameters, correct creative)
Development and recommendation of optimizations and/or testing plans (e.g. new vendors, new targeting segments, new types of creative to test, new flighting strategy, test and learn agenda)
Responsible for campaign reporting and developing strategic insights with clear actionable items
Lead client status and reporting calls including presentation of reporting
Lead client relationship with day-to-day contact and partner agencies (where applicable) by ensuring a seamless communication process

Spark Foundry

3.9 Glassdoor

As one of the fastest-growing global media agency networks, Spark Foundry is not beholden to legacy.We embrace nimbleness, agility and open-mindedness as part of our Startup Spirit. But as part of Publicis Media, we tap into a Powerhouse Soul, gaining access to first-mover opportunities alongside market-shaping clout, plus leading-edge AI and technology.Together, our Startup Spirit and Powerhouse Soul allow us to innovate and iterate faster than any other agency, bringing clients a distinct competitive advantage. Our innovative experiences have been recognized by Cannes Lions, Effies, Shortys and Webbys, all delivered by best-in-class talent across more than 70 global offices. Spark Foundry is part of the global Publicis Media agency network, a key division of Publicis Groupe [Euronext Paris FR0000130577, CAC 40].

Founded in 2016

New York, New York, USA

3.1K employees (807 in marketing)

www.sparkfoundryww.com

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