Role Description
Podean is seeking an experienced Walmart Media Manager who will own the success of Walmart’s self-service media campaigns, inclusive of Sponsored ads via WMC, DSS (on-site), and DSP (off-site). This role demands expertise in hands-on management of sophisticated and complex campaigns and a passion for guiding clients and team members to success. As the go-to marketplace media expert, you will unlock opportunities for growth, innovation, and excellence while leading the day-to-day management of marketplace campaigns.
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Full ownership of Walmart media campaigns with hands-on optimizations to deliver results.
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Driving holistic media strategy and identifying growth opportunities across the Walmart ecosystem.
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Be the main point of contact for clients, third-party vendors, and internal departments on all things marketplace media and paid search.
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Engage in daily communication with clients and internal teams to ensure alignment and success across campaigns.
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Unlock team potential by overseeing analysts’ work, providing mentorship, and offering strategic guidance under account leadership.
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Develop and execute marketplace media strategies, including strategic roadmaps, test plans, and risk/benefit analysis. Analyze results and deliver actionable insights to clients.
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Translate client objectives into campaign strategies and tactics, unlocking value and efficiency in campaign execution.
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Apply analytical reasoning, data analysis, and problem-solving skills to optimize campaigns and maximize performance.
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Provide proactive coaching, task management, and timeline requirements to specialists, fostering growth and functional expertise.
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Take ownership of performance evaluations and provide actionable feedback to support team development.
Qualifications
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4+ years hands-on keyboard experience managing Walmart media campaigns, and using campaign bidding/management tools.
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Proven ability to manage people, lead teams, and unlock potential in others.
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Strong data analysis, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills to deliver measurable results and insights.
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Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, vlookups, chart building; Visual Basic macros a plus) and familiarity with Amazon tools like PacVue, Sellics, Teikametrics, or Perpetua.
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Strong professional presence and communication skills to influence and inspire clients and teams.
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Ability to multitask across priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
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Competitive compensation - aligned to experience and market benchmarks.
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Global collaboration - working with experts across regions and time zones.
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Career growth and development - opportunities to evolve as we scale.
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5-Year Sabbatical + Travel Stipend - After your 5-year anniversary, take a fully paid month-long sabbatical, plus a travel reimbursement to make your experience restorative and inspiring.
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Positive-energy culture - grounded in respect, inclusion, and accountability.
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Meaningful impact - helping some of the world’s most progressive brands grow.