Amazon DSP Specialist

Mars United Commerce - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Chicago, IL

501-1,000 employees

About the position

The Amazon DSP Specialist position at Mars United Commerce is an entry-level to mid-entry level role focused on programmatic display advertising, primarily utilizing the Amazon Demand-Side Platform (DSP). The specialist will be responsible for the hands-on setup, management, and optimization of advertising campaigns, ensuring effective communication with the Activation team and providing detailed reporting on campaign performance. This role emphasizes proactive communication and collaboration within a remote work environment, while also managing budgets and client-facing documentation.

Responsibilities

• Set up, manage, and optimize campaigns on the Amazon DSP platform.
• Develop a clear understanding of campaign setup, performance, and reporting structure.
• Communicate performance expectations with the Activation team.
• Create reports and presentations highlighting campaign setup and final plans as directed by the manager.
• Proactively communicate with the Manager and Director regarding campaign progress and updates.
• Supervise management of budgets and ensure accuracy in client-facing documents.

Requirements

• Strong mathematical skills and a love for math.
• A degree in finance, math, or IT is a plus.
• Robust spreadsheet skills in Excel and Google Sheets, including basic and advanced formulas, VLOOKUP, and Pivot Tables.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload effectively to manage timelines and deliverables.
• Extremely high attention to detail.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Amazon DSP or other self-serve DSPs such as The Trade Desk or DV360.
• Familiarity with retail media networks like Citrus Ad, Criteo, Quotient, Promote IQ, Pacvue, Instacart, etc.
• Knowledge of verification software (MOAT preferred), Google Ads, and Google Campaign Manager.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to listen and learn.

Benefits

• Comprehensive group health plans.
• Parental leave program including paid maternity and paternity benefits for pregnancy, adoption, and surrogacy.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Broad and confidential employee assistance program.
• Ongoing wellness support initiatives.
• Trusted financial health advice and guidance.
• Tuition support and assistance for education.
• Flexible and supportive work environment and culture.