Category Marketing Lead

Los Angeles, CA (On-site)

$90K/yr – $130K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own category launch marketing with end-to-end ownership from strategy to post-launch optimization, focusing on cross-channel acquisition and revenue impact.

  • Growth ownership: Lead integrated launch plans with Merch, Design, Analytics, Product, and Operations to drive category growth.
  • Channel execution: Manage paid social, influencer, Google Ads, and emerging channels to acquire customers and boost revenue.
  • Measurement & optimization: Establish KPIs, testing plans, and data-driven optimization to maximize ROI.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead the marketing strategy and execution for new category launches, from initial planning through post-launch optimization.
  • Develop and manage customer acquisition campaigns across paid social, influencer marketing, Google Ads, and emerging growth channels.
  • Create integrated launch plans in partnership with Merchandising, Design, Analytics, Product, and Operations teams.
  • Translate category objectives into measurable marketing programs that drive customer acquisition, engagement, and revenue growth.
  • Establish KPIs, reporting frameworks, and testing plans to continuously optimize performance and maximize ROI.
  • Analyze campaign performance, customer behavior, and market trends to identify growth opportunities and improve results.
  • Partner with internal creative teams to develop compelling messaging, content, and promotional assets.
  • Manage influencer, agency, and partner relationships to support launch objectives.
  • Support experiential marketing initiatives, partnerships, events, and activations that amplify category launches.
  • Present campaign results, insights, and recommendations to senior leadership.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in digital, growth, or performance marketing
  • 2+ years of hands-on expertise managing paid social campaigns across platforms such as Meta, TikTok, YouTube, and X
  • 2+ years of experience managing Google Ads programs, including search, display, and performance-driven acquisition campaigns
  • Experience launching new products, categories, or business lines
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills with experience using data to inform decisions and optimize campaigns
  • Proven track record of driving measurable customer acquisition and revenue growth through performance marketing
  • Knowledgeable in experiential marketing, partnerships, events, or brand activations
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

Preferred

  • Client-side marketing experience at an e-commerce, marketplace, gaming, or consumer technology company
  • Familiarity with collectibles, sports, gaming, trading cards, or enthusiast-driven communities
  • Experience working closely with merchandising teams to support category growth and commercialization efforts
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BAM Ventures

BAM Ventures is an early-stage consumer-focused venture capital fund focused on investing in the builders of tomorrow's iconic brands and technologies.

Founded in 2014
Los Angeles, California, USA
12 employees

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Traffic Source Mix
Search
28.9%
Direct
50.8%
Referral
7.1%
Social
11.8%
Paid
1.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~12

Marketing Team

Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
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Funding

Last Raise
$29.1M
Series Unknown, 2 years ago

Funding History

  • Aug 2024
    Partners IV • $29.1M
  • Dec 2017
    Partners II, LP • $20M

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