Account Coordinator, Retail Paid Search

WHY DEPT®?

We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA.

We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter.

At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build.

THE ROLE:

As an Account Coordinator, Retail Paid Search, you will be an expert in production work at DEPT® and will support your account teams by executing production tasks quickly, with high quality, and error-free. Our Account Coordinators are analytical, detail-oriented, and they understand the “Why” when it comes to activation strategy, budgeting, bidding, and testing methodology. As an Account Coordinator, you will have a good understanding of Paid Search, proficiency in Excel/Sheets, and experience in Retail Search. You will own activation strategy, campaign management, and communication of specific portions of client accounts. Our Account Coordinators are capable communicators and vital members of our large account teams at DEPT®!

While DEPT® is a remote-first company, this role requires candidates to be located in either the Mountain or Pacific time zones.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Developing a strong proficiency in core paid media channel execution within Amazon Search, Walmart Search, Best Buy Search and Target Search.
• Determining the best methodology for a campaign build: overall theme, keywords, audiences, parameters, settings, ads, etc. to best hit client goals.
• Monitoring campaigns daily to look for performance fluctuations and trends.
• Developing client-facing performance write-ups for the Account Manager’s review.
• Crafting clear and compelling internal and external communications.
• Understanding different bidding methodologies (smart bidding vs manual) and the strategy behind the bid adjustments as well as owning the implementation from standard bids to other modifiers as needed.
• Understanding key concepts around audience strategy (remarketing, audience targeting/layering, persona development).
• Working collaboratively and cross-functionally across internal channels to manage project deliverables and ensure client satisfaction

WHAT YOU BRING:

• A minimum of 6 months’ paid search experience (Amazon Search ideal, Google Ads or Facebook Ads acceptable) and be comfortable with topics such as budgeting, bidding, and testing methodology
• Proven prior work experience in a production-oriented or similar role
• Strong analytical and reporting skills and be proficient in Excel; you already know vlookup, pivot tables, concatenating, text to columns, and love working with numbers
• Candidates being considered for this role will be to be located in either the Mountain or Pacific time zones.

Additional things that will impress us: 

• An Amazon/Walmart Search Ads certification
• You are an energetic and creative search marketing enthusiast; eager to roll up your sleeves and be hands on, learn, and grow in the search engine marketing space
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• You are entrepreneurial spirited and a self-starter; able to work both independently and in a team environment
• A desire to stay current with the latest marketing trends

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401K plan, plus matching
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave
  
  

WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU: 

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle, or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step. 

DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work.  Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place. 

DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We’re 50|50 tech and marketing, partner-led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Coach, eBay, and OpenAI.

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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. 

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

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