Director, Commerce Strategy & Client Partnerships

USA (Remote)

$140K/yr – $158K/yrDirector/Executive7+ years expFull time

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own and lead integrated commerce strategies for major marketplaces and paid media channels, translating client feedback into actionable steps while guiding cross-functional teams toward measurable growth.

  • Own cross-functional activation and growth planning across retailers and media channels.
  • Drive profitability and performance through resourcing, pricing, and SOW management.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the senior strategic advisor to key clients across Amazon, Walmart, Target, Instacart, and other marketplaces and retail media networks, as well as Meta, Google, TikTok, and additional paid media channels.
  • Lead integrated commerce strategies that connect retail readiness, marketplace operations, paid media, organic search visibility, and creative performance to drive revenue growth and market share.
  • Develop and present marketplace growth plans, annual strategies, media recommendations, retail event plans, and executive business reviews.
  • Guide clients on Vendor Central and Seller Central best practices, including catalog management, merchandising, promotions, content strategy, and inventory considerations.
  • Partner with commerce, media, and creative teams to optimize PDPs, Brand Stores, A+ Content, and creative assets for discoverability, conversion, and retail performance.
  • Oversee retail readiness initiatives including PDP audits, SEO and keyword strategy, ratings and reviews management, assortment strategy, and conversion optimization.
  • Advise clients on deals, coupons, Prime Day, seasonal planning, and other marketplace growth opportunities.
  • Align organic marketplace performance with paid retail media investments to maximize efficiency and incremental growth.
  • Translate client feedback into actionable next steps that help teams meet and exceed expectations.
  • Collaborate with Finance and Practice leaders to support profitability goals through effective resourcing, pricing, and SOW management.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience in digital commerce, retail media, and marketplace strategy across Amazon, Walmart, Target, Instacart, and other retail ecosystems.
  • Deep expertise in Amazon Vendor Central and/or Seller Central, including catalog management, retail readiness, merchandising, and promotional strategy.
  • Strong understanding of PDP optimization, marketplace SEO, A+ Content, Brand Stores, ratings and reviews strategy, and conversion-focused content best practices.
  • Experience managing deals, coupons, Prime Day strategy, tentpole retail activations, and promotional planning across marketplaces.
  • Expertise in retail media and paid media platforms including Amazon Ads, Walmart Connect, Roundel, Google, Meta, TikTok, and other commerce media channels.
  • Strong understanding of how creative, content, retail operations, and media work together to influence marketplace growth.
  • Experience with commerce analytics and measurement solutions used for forecasting, performance evaluation, media planning, and business strategy.
  • Proven leadership managing complex client relationships, integrated commerce strategies, and cross-functional teams.
  • Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate marketplace insights and performance findings clearly and strategically.

Benefits

  • Full medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as generous retirement program
  • Thoughtful parental leave and return program
  • Flexible Time Off, holidays, quarterly Company “Recharge” Days, and holiday closure in December
  • Ongoing learning and development opportunities
  • Commitment to transparent DEIB practices
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Code3 (formerly SocialCode) is a performance marketing partner working at the intersection of media, creative, and commerce, to help brands succeed faster. With more than a decade of experience, Code3 manages digital advertising for disruptor and global brands, across the world’s most powerful platforms including Amazon, Facebook, Google, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Pinterest, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, and emerging channels like Voice and OTT.

Founded in 2009
Cleveland, Ohio, USA
189 employees (45 in marketing)
51% recommend to a friend
41% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
12.7K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$19.5K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
36.2%
Direct
47.3%
Referral
8.3%
Social
6.6%
Paid
1.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~189

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
35 (19% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
6