Campaign Manager

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re hiring a Campaign Manager for a hybrid opportunity in Hoboken, NJ with one of the world’s largest retail brands!

As the Campaign Manager, you will oversee the recognition and delivery of revenue closed by the Sales team, spanning both managed service and self-service campaigns across all product lines. The role is responsible for the strategic planning, execution, and stewardship of media campaigns, including campaign set-up or advertiser guidance, pacing and optimizations, and performance reporting to ensure delivery against client objectives and revenue goals.

Campaign Manager Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic planning and execution of both managed and self-service campaigns, serving as the consultative expert.
• Act as the subject matter expert on media planning, audience strategy, and platform activation, supporting cross-functional teams as a key internal resource.
• Represent the organization on external client and agency calls, providing expertise on media tactics, campaign stewardship, and ad-serving platforms.
• Demonstrate deep expertise across multiple media types, including:
• Paid Search
• Programmatic Display (Onsite, Offsite)
• Direct Digital Sponsorships
• Connected TV (CTV)
• Social Media (Meta, Pinterest, TikTok)
• Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH)
• Experiential In-Store Tactics (demos, sampling, TV wall, etc.)

Campaign Manager Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in bid management, campaign management/optimization, or digital media operations across:
• Paid Search
• Programmatic Display
• Publisher Display Media
• Network Media Buys
• Social Media Platforms

• Strong knowledge of digital media metrics (CPM, ROAS, CPC, CTR, New Buyer, etc.) with the ability to apply media math to inform optimizations.
• Proven client-facing experience with the ability to identify risks, develop solutions, and communicate recommendations effectively.
• Demonstrated curiosity and adaptability, eager to learn new ad platforms and tactics while applying critical thinking.
• Comfortable navigating rapidly evolving, ambiguous environments with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent project management skills, able to handle multiple competing priorities under pressure.
• Knowledge of both traditional and digital media planning principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel – pivot tables/analysis, PowerPoint – visual storytelling, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with Salesforce, JIRA, Tableau, SQL, and Power BI a strong plus.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Program.
• Commuter Benefit.
• eLearning & Ongoing Training.
• Education Reimbursement.

*Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

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About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.

EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inclusivehiring@onwardsearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

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Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

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