Retail Media Manager

Retail Media Manager page is loaded Retail Media Managerlocations: Sandtontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: March 27, 2026 (8 days left to apply)job requisition id: RDentsu is looking for a Retail Media Manager to join our growing Commerce team. This role is perfect for someone who lives at the intersection of media, eCom, data and retail. As a Retail Media Manager, you will be responsible for activating, optimising best-in class retail media campaigns, while shaping the broader retail media strategy for key clients. This includes full-funnel thinking, data-driven optimisation, cross-channel collaboration whilst building strong client relationships. You'll also work closely with cross-functional teams to build integrated commerce strategies and present insights, following the client-facing and analytical expectations. Job Description: Key responsibilities: 1. Campaign Activation & Optimisation Lead and optimise campaigns across retail media platforms (E,g. Takealot Sponsored Ads, Amazon Ads, Sixty60 Sponsored Search, PNP Sponsored Search) aligned to performance best practices Manage full-funnel retail media campaigns including, sponsored search and display + managed campaign briefs with retailers for campaign execution Continuously monitor performance, using insights, data trends and competitive analysis Implement A/B tests, learning agendas and optimisation roadmaps 2. Client Leadership & Strategy Development Build and maintain strong client relationships while leading day-to-day communication with retailers/partners Develop retail media strategies aligned with business objectives, category context and shopper intent Deliver strategic recommendations based on data, platform insights, and market trends Support quarterly business reviews, strategy resets, and campaign planning cycles 3. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with media team to build integrated omni-channel strategies which aligns with client commerce strategy Coordinate with client brand teams, retailer media teams, and external partners to deliver unified execution 4. Reporting, Analytics & Insights Data cleaning and monthly reporting across managed and self-service Retail Media channels Identify growth opportunities through market, category and competitive analysis 5. Governance, Process & Best Practice Support the development of Dentsu Retail Media team with upskilling junior members on best practice platform optimisations Stakeholder relationship management across clients, media teams and retailers Required Experience & Skills Experience 2-4 years hands-on experience in retail media, performance media, eCommerce, programmatic, or digital marketing Experience managing onsite campaigns (self-service and managed) on platforms such as Amazon Ads, Takealot Ads, Criteo, Citrus, or similar digital activation platforms Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and turn insights into action Bonus if you have experience in FMCG/CPG vertical Skills Excellent communication skills and the ability to present strategies and insights to clients Strong understanding of paid media, onsite & offsite retail media buying, eCom fundamentals and digital marketing measurement Excellent foundation of the South African Commerce landscape and the RMN network understanding Proficiency in Excel/Sheets, data dashboards and retail analytics tools Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively Detail-orientated, organised, and comfortable working with large datasets Location: Sandton Brand: Amplifi Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent