Senior Manager, Retail Search

2 weeks ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Profitero+ Full time

Company Description
Profitero+ is the leading digital commerce company, trusted by more than 4,000 brands worldwide. We help brands break down silos and turn data into decisive action through intelligence-driven, end-to-end solutions that unify media, content, operations and strategy. Powered by advanced AI, robust digital shelf analytics across 1,400+ retailers in 70 countries and unmatched expertise from digital commerce specialists in 15 global hubs, our integrated solutions help brands accelerate profitable growth. Learn more at

Overview
As the Senior Manager, Retail Search, you'll lead the development and execution of best-in-class retail search media campaigns, while guiding and mentoring a high-performing team of Search Managers and Specialists. You'll own campaign strategy, structure, and optimization while driving results aligned with client objectives.

Responsibilities

  • Own and evolve retail search activation strategy across clients, with a core focus on Amazon Ads and other retail platforms.
  • Oversee a team of Search Managers and Specialists to ensure campaigns are built, optimized, and reported flawlessly.
  • Develop keyword, ad group, audience, and targeting strategies tailored to client goals and platform capabilities.
  • Collaborate closely with the Director, Retail Search to streamline operations and refine internal processes that improve performance and efficiency.
  • Create and present strategic campaign recommendations and performance insights to clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Drive the development of holistic retail media strategies, including media mix, channel investment planning, and budget allocations.
  • Lead team training, development, and performance reviews, ensuring ongoing growth and capability building.
  • Champion data-driven decision-making and instill best-in-class search practices across the team.
  • Act as a key strategic advisor for both clients and internal commerce leaders.

Qualifications
We're looking for a strategic thinker and hands-on leader who's passionate about retail media and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 5+ years of hands-on retail search experience, with a focus on campaign execution, optimization, and performance analysis.
  • Proven experience with Amazon Ads (required) and at least one other platform (Walmart, Instacart, Criteo, CitrusAds, Kroger/PromoteIQ).
  • Experience managing and mentoring a team of media professionals.
  • Strong presentation skills and the ability to simplify complex data into actionable strategies.
  • Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, formulas) and comfort with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides).
  • Confident communicator with a client-first mindset and the ability to lead discussions with senior stakeholders.
  • Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Deep curiosity about the retail and omnichannel media landscape and a drive to continuously improve and evolve.

Preferred (But Not Required)

  • Google SEM or programmatic search experience.
  • Experience working with global CPG or retail brands.
  • Agency background or high-growth eCommerce company experience.

Additional Information
Our Publicis Groupe motto "Viva La Différence" means we're better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.

Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.



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