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Wavemaker

Director, Commerce Programmatic

Location: Chicago, United States; New York, United States · Category: Marketing & Growth · Seniority: Director · Posted: October 19, 2026 · Verified: Nov 2, 2026

Role Overview & Description

Lead programmatic commerce activations across retailer media networks and DSPs, including Amazon, CitrusAd, Criteo, The Trade Desk, and Walmart. Oversee campaign setup, bid recommendations, and budgeting, leveraging retail bid management technologies like Pacvue, Skai, and Epsilo. Manage a team, drive process improvements, and ensure integration of retail media into holistic commerce strategies.
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Global media agency for planning, buying and optimisation.

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