Account Manager

Aquent has partnered with a pioneering retail media network that bridges the gap between commercial brands and shoppers at an unprecedented scale. Connecting consumer brands to hundreds of millions of households through data-driven digital media solutions, this organization believes all advertising should be measurable, targeted, and accountable. By leveraging omnichannel sales data, they drive proven growth for their partners both online and in-store, offering an exciting, fast-paced environment where innovation thrives.

Step into a dynamic role where your strategic vision directly fuels the growth of major brand partnerships in the rapidly evolving retail media space. In this position, you will act as a key driver of success, blending account strategy with campaign execution to deliver high-impact, conversion-driven media solutions. By collaborating with cross-functional teams and interfacing directly with brand managers and agencies, you will transform complex data into actionable insights, leaving a measurable mark on revenue generation and client satisfaction.

Core Responsibilities

• Partner with sales professionals to develop strategic media proposals, evaluate deals, and drive joint business partnerships and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs).
• Manage day-to-day accounts and supplier partnerships, proactively identifying organic growth opportunities to expand revenue.
• Lead campaign kick-offs, performance reviews, and strategic optimization discussions directly with clients.
• Provide technical guidance on campaign specifications, asset tagging, and ad-tech implementation while resolving troubleshooting conflicts.
• Oversee end-to-end creative workflows between brand partners and internal creative teams.
• Collaborate closely with campaign management, measurement, and analytics teams to ensure accurate reporting, performance attribution, and optimization.
• Translate campaign reporting into actionable insights that drive client growth and incremental media investment.
• Manage monthly campaign billing workflows to ensure timely reconciliation and financial delivery.
• Mentor junior team members and senior campaign managers to foster collaborative team growth.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading client-facing relationships and working cross-functionally within complex organizational structures.
• Proven track record in media planning, strategy development, and crafting campaign recommendations.
• Strong project management abilities with meticulous attention to detail and accountability.
• Working knowledge of digital advertising technologies, data management platforms (DMPs), analytics, and quantitative attribution modeling.
• High adaptability and resourcefulness in navigating large-scale enterprise environments while maintaining operational agility.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex media concepts simply and persuasively.
• Ability to prioritize effectively under pressure and confidently handle ambiguous, ad-hoc client requests.
• A strategic and commercial mindset capable of influencing media investments and identifying critical operational solutions.