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GroupM· HQ in United States

Manager, Retail Search

Location: New York, United States · Category: Marketing & Growth · Seniority: Mid-Level · Posted: September 26, 2026 · Verified: Oct 8, 2026

Role Overview & Description

This manager role is dedicated to retail search marketing. The manager will develop and manage search campaigns specifically for retail clients, focusing on product-level and retailer-specific search strategies.
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Legacy media buying and planning network within WPP.

Headquarters: United States

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