Grain Group accelerates the growth of the world's most ambitious brands. By aligning business insights with ROI-driven marketing - we unlock the competitive edge that allows clients to disrupt categories and reimagine industries. Our team is led by strategic thinkers and doers with diverse backgrounds in business, media, technology and finance. What does the fastest selling spirits brand have in common with a revolutionary global private education venture? Ambition. Grain works with brands that are comfortable being uncomfortable.
We are seeking a Senior Analyst - PPC / Amazon to join our team. Social focused positions are currently open!
GRAIN GROUP's Senior Analysts play a crucial role in the development and execution of biddable media/advertising plans in accordance with the objectives and strategies developed on assigned accounts.
Specific Duties
Manage paid search & Amazon activities associated with assigned accounts - helping to develop objectives and strategies that coincide with the client's marketing direction - on channels like Google, Bing, Amazon, and Retail Media channels.
Optimize self-managed campaigns based on client objectives, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure all elements of success are utilized
Manage and optimize Amazon Seller Central listings, inventory, and promotions aligned to client marketing calendars
Oversee and develop process and framework for media reporting - working with adops & performance teams to deliver actionable insights for clients on a timely basis
Intimately understand media data sources in terms of what is measured, the method, and information reported
Grow a strong relationship with clients and client agencies - through a demonstration of industry knowledge and of the client's basic business issues
Assist in the on-going monthly actualization and clearance of client investments - in alignment with the terms and conditions of industry standard finance practices
Provide POVs on various media in the marketplace
Assist on new business efforts when required
Work with media partners to develop, negotiate, and execute media plans, and gauge performance and KPIs to determine the extent to which client objectives and strategies are being met
People Responsibilities:
Work in a team environment that promotes collaboration and communicate effectively across all levels
Ensure all direct reports master the skills and organizational savvy required for advancement
On-Going Skills and Behaviors:
Develop a detailed awareness of client business issues, and on-going awareness of industry trends, consumer trends, promotional resources, market status, and competition
Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of client-relevant aspects of Digital Media, Search, Video, Mobile, etc.
Formal certification or experience in the following tools are required: Google Ads, Amazon Seller Central/Campaign Manager, SA360, Skai/Pacvue, etc
Additional paid social media experience - i.e. Pinterest, Twitter, LinkedIn experience is desired.
Requirements:
1-2 years paid digital advertising experience required.
Experience managing paid advertising campaigns on Google Ads & Amazon
Bing and additional platforms beneficial
Motivated (self-starter) who thrives in entrepreneurial environments and is looking to be challenged by their work and clients.
Candidate will be working across multiple accounts and must be comfortable wearing multiple hats.
Great analytical and presentation skills are must. Must be able to think on your feet to deliver outcomes.
We don't constrain anyone by their title - you will be interacting directly with clients.