[Hiring] Associate, Retail Search Buyer @SALT XC

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Retail Media Search Associate to manage and optimize paid search campaigns across retail media platforms. The ideal candidate will have:

• Hands-on expertise in Walmart Connect, Roundel Media Studio, and Amazon Ads sponsored product and sponsored brand advertising.
• Deep knowledge of keyword strategy, campaign pacing, and reporting.
• A Skai Certification is required, demonstrating advanced skills in retail search management and optimization.

At C&C, we treasure a candid, ask-the-right-questions, get-it-done attitude that’s at the heart of our fast-moving and collaborative team culture. We’re a flexible, balanced, self-driven workplace. The right candidate will join us remotely from a place that makes you happy.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning & Activation:
  • Develop retail media and growth plans tied to client goals and category trends.
  • Build media and operational tactics based on those plans, launching campaigns across Walmart, Target, and Amazon.
• Campaign Execution & Optimization:
  • Lead hands-on campaign management: daily budget pacing, keyword bidding, placement adjustments, and bid-strategy refinements.
  • Use consumer behavior data and top-of-search tactics to refine paid search strategies.
• Reporting & Insights Delivery:
  • Deliver regular performance reporting—monthly, quarterly, and mid-year—highlighting key business trends and category influences.
  • Distill insights from data using Excel or Google Sheets to craft optimization recommendations for e-commerce outcomes.
  • Monitor marketplace events (e.g. holiday trends, category promotions) and track their impact on campaign performance.
• Client Engagement & Coordination:
  • Present campaign trends and strategy to clients; participate in calls and internal alignment meetings.
  • Maintain clear project prioritization and ensure all deliverables are coordinated and on-time.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners (analytics, creative, account management) to sync search efforts with broader media strategy.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct experience managing paid search campaigns for Walmart Connect, Target Roundel, and Amazon Ads (Sponsored Products + Sponsored Brands).
• Skai Certification is required.
• Proficient in Excel/Google Sheets—able to analyze large datasets, identify trends, and present findings.
• Strong communication skills with proven ability to simplify insights for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Organized multitasker—capable of prioritizing and managing workflows across multiple campaigns.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Advertising, or related field preferred.