Retail Media Director

Company Description We help brands make BOLD MOVES Nowadays, brands want rapid, spectacular growth and they expect media to deliver it. Clients used to give us media briefs that said “deliver 80% awareness” or “give me an impactful Christmas campaign.” Now we hear “Take me from 4th to 1st in my category” “Help me grow 10% in a market declining 10%” “Make me the most loved brand in my industry” These are huge asks of media, that can’t be met through tweaking the media plan of two years ago. Decades of advertising research prove that without a big change, large brands stay large and small brands stay small. This is why Zenith help brands make BOLD MOVES. Bold moves are big, brave changes to media strategy, delivering more impact for brands and more value for consumers. Bold moves are backed up with a solid forecast – they are a better path to growth. Bold moves build a partnership – we believe in this approach so much we link our growth to your success. Bold Moves bring bigger ROI This approach works for our clients, our people and consumers – it’s why we are recognised as the UK’s best media agency. Our CommitmentAt Zenith UK, we believe that fostering an inclusive culture where all talent can thrive makes our company stronger. It enables a greater idea exchange, which fosters innovation and creativity, and enriches our perspective.We are committed to Publicis Groupe’s wide variety of talent engagement and inclusion programming, and encourage our people to take an active role in continuing to drive positive change within our agency. Overview We are hiring a Retail Media Account Director at an exciting moment of growth, following a major new client win that is shaping the future of our Commerce offering. This is a unique opportunity to take a leading role in building something meaningful—partnering with global brands to drive measurable eCommerce performance. You’ll combine strategy, creativity and data to deliver work that truly impacts how consumers discover and buy. If you enjoy leading teams, shaping direction and making ideas happen, this is your chance to make a real difference. Responsibilities What you'll be doing: Lead the strategic direction and execution of retail media campaigns across key platforms, delivering strong eCommerce outcomes Build and grow client relationships, becoming a trusted partner and guiding long-term account development Shape account growth plans and innovation roadmaps that unlock new opportunities following our latest client win Oversee campaign performance, translating data into clear actions that improve results and efficiency Support and develop a team of specialists, creating an environment where people can learn, contribute and succeed Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated, high-quality solutions for clients Manage budgets, billing processes and commercial performance to ensure campaigns deliver measurable value Qualifications Skills we're looking for: Experience leading retail media or eCommerce accounts within an agency or client-side environment Strong understanding of retail media platforms such as Amazon Advertising, Criteo or similar ecosystems Proven ability to build meaningful client relationships and manage stakeholders with confidence Experience leading, coaching or supporting team members to achieve shared goals A strategic mindset, able to turn insights into practical plans that drive growth Confidence working with data to inform decisions and communicate performance clearly Strong communication skills, with the ability to present ideas in a clear and engaging way Additional Information Zenith UK offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees. Full details are shared when you join, but highlights include core benefits such as Pension, Life Assurance, and Private Medical cover, alongside enhanced policies like Reflection Days and Shared Parental Leave. You’ll also have access to a range of additional initiatives, including: 📖 Please check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG’s (Employee Action Groups). Publicis Groupe works primarily from the office or our clients' office four days per week. At Zenith UK, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, disability, age, citizenship, relationship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing a fair, accessible, and inclusive recruitment process. 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