Account Strategy Manager

Location: San Bruno, California
Job Type: Contract
Compensation Range: $45 - 50 per hour

This notorious Retail Media Network Company is looking for a seasoned Manager, Account Strategy to develop, implement, and oversee advertising initiatives utilizing our established performance-driven and brand-focused product suite. Reporting to a Senior Manager of Account Strategy, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of omnichannel campaigns across both managed and self-service platforms. This includes leading setup, monitoring pacing, driving optimizations, and delivering high-level reporting to ensure client goals are met through cross-functional collaboration.

This role requires a balance of high-level strategic vision and hands-on execution. You must be able to interpret brand objectives and pivot them into effective media plans that yield quantifiable results. As a subject matter expert in media activation and audience targeting, you will manage daily client relations and identify opportunities for revenue expansion through insightful recommendations.

OPEN TO LOS ANGELES, SUNNYVALE, OR SAN BRUNO
 
Responsibilities:

• Act as a high-performing executor and strategic consultant within your assigned portfolio.
• Design and launch comprehensive media plans across managed and self-service channels, serving as a primary technical advisor.
• Partner with Sales and Account Management to build data-centric media proposals that mirror client KPIs.
• Facilitate and lead meetings with advertisers and agencies, showcasing mastery in media tactics and campaign management.
• Utilize a thorough understanding of diverse media formats, including search, programmatic, CTV, social, digital OOH, and in-store activations.
• Regularly present performance data and optimization strategies to both internal teams and external partners.
• Maintain strict adherence to internal QA standards and SLAs to guarantee flawless campaign delivery.
• Identify and pitch strategic upsell opportunities to drive business growth and incremental spend.
• Maintain a professional executive presence when presenting growth strategies to key stakeholders and agencies.
• Coordinate with cross-functional partners to ensure accurate campaign trafficking across various ad tech stacks.
• Proactively identify and resolve technical issues to maintain peak campaign performance. 

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of professional experience in digital media management or consulting, covering search, social, video, and programmatic.
• Expertise in digital performance metrics (ROAS, CPM, CPC, CTR) and the application of media math for campaign tuning.
• Demonstrated experience in client-facing roles with a knack for identifying risks and proposing solutions.
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal, with a strong background in public speaking/presentations.
• Robust project management skills with the ability to handle high-pressure deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Ability to remain agile and effective in fast-paced, ambiguous corporate environments.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and exposure to tools like Salesforce, JIRA, Tableau, or SQL.
• Specialized expertise in the programmatic landscape, specifically with DSPs, DMPs, and various ad exchanges.
• A history of successfully persuading advertisers to increase investment through data-backed media strategies.
  
  

JOBID: 052026-133100
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At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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