Manager, Programmatic Retail

DEPT®

3d•$60,000 - $75,000•Remote

About The Position

The Manager, Programmatic Retail supports the execution and optimization of programmatic campaigns within DEPT’s retail vertical. The role works closely with Account Leads, Coordinators, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality work, drive performance, and maintain strong client satisfaction. It combines strategic thinking, operational excellence, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset. DEPT is remote-first, and this role is intended for someone located in the Central, Pacific, or Mountain time zone to align with team and client schedules.

Requirements

At least 2 years of programmatic media experience, ideally across CTV, Display, and Video.
Hands-on experience in retail marketplaces such as Amazon, Walmart, Target, or Best Buy.
Proficiency in major DSPs; The Trade Desk (TTD) and DV360 are preferred.
Familiarity with Ad Servers.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to Native, Audio, or OOH media.
Experience training or guiding junior team members.
Experience supporting campaign management in Google Ads (GDA and YouTube) and/or Amazon DSP.
Comfort with advanced functions in Excel and/or Google Sheets.
Proactivity, creativity, enthusiasm, and willingness to be hands-on, learn, and grow.
An exceptional eye for detail.
Enjoyment of working with numbers and uncovering trends.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with internal teams to deliver client-first recommendations and programmatic best practices.
Manage day-to-day campaign execution, optimizations, pacing, and reporting.
Support the development and presentation of programmatic strategy to improve client performance.
Build and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and timely updates.
Identify performance trends, troubleshoot issues, and apply data-driven insights.
Provide guidance and mentorship to Coordinators, helping them grow in their roles.
Contribute to a positive team culture by demonstrating DEPT’s core values.
Bring forward new ideas, tools, and approaches to promote innovation and improve workflow.