Group Director, Omnichannel Retail Media Strategist

VML Department : Media Services Location : Rogers, AR, United States Last Updated : 12 / 12 / 2024 Requisition ID : 8591Who We Are :

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

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Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150 offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

Who we are looking for :

VML is seeking a Group Director Omnichannel Retail Media Experience Strategist to be a pivotal leader within VML's Commerce practice, driving strategic omnichannel retail activations and fostering a connected approach to retail media and shopper marketing. In this role, you will translate consumer insights and channel opportunities into high-impact, growth-driving campaigns, supporting account leads and guiding both strategy and tactical execution with a focus on innovation, impact, and scalability. This role is leading across all retail networks.

What you’ll do :

• Strategic Partner & Counsel : Serve as a trusted strategic partner for clients, providing ongoing omnichannel insights and actionable recommendations aligned with business goals.
• Retail & Omnichannel Planning : Develop and manage holistic omnichannel media and activation plans, spanning digital media, retailer media, social channels, influencers, and in-store activations, ensuring seamless integration across platforms.
• Campaign Management & Execution : Oversee campaign planning, hands-on setup, and optimization within retail media and social platforms. Direct the day-to-day execution to ensure each initiative meets objectives and delivers measurable impact.
• Budget Management : Drive financial stewardship, managing campaign budgets, tracking resource hours, and ensuring cost-efficiency while maximizing ROI.
• Performance Analytics & Reporting : Analyze campaign performance, applying insights from KPIs and media metrics to refine strategies, elevate client results, and enhance ROI.
• Client & Agency Education : Lead educational sessions for internal teams and clients, sharing industry trends, competitive insights, and best practices to elevate client understanding and engagement with omnichannel marketing.
• Innovative Problem Solving : Identify growth opportunities within campaigns and advise on new and emerging trends that could benefit omnichannel strategy, such as evolving programmatic approaches, retail readiness, or social commerce techniques.

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What we offer :

VML is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military / veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or other protected group status. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package.

75,000 — $180,000 USD

At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.

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Salary : $75,000 - $180,000