Senior Manager, Business Development; Retail Ad Solutions; Remote

Position: Senior Manager, Business Development (Retail Capital One Ad Solutions (Remote)

Senior Manager, Business Development (Retail Media) - Capital One Ad Solutions (Remote)

Capital One Ad Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Business Development (Retail Media) to join our Partnerships Team. In this high-impact, client-facing role, you will forge strategic relationships with brands, driving their success through our innovative media suite. We are looking for a detail-oriented strategic driver with a strong blend of sales, business development, product, data, and strategic account management expertise to architect bespoke solutions for both new and existing retail partners.

As a key liaison between clients and internal teams, you will own the end-to-end partner lifecycle; from prospecting, pitching, and strategy through campaign execution and delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pipeline & Revenue Growth: Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline, actively engaging prospective advertisers and industry stakeholders to drive sustainable revenue growth.
• Prospecting & Network Expansion: Leverage deep industry connections to identify, target, and initiate relationships with top brand and agency partners.
• Relationship & Stream Expansion: Navigate brand organization structures to uncover non-traditional revenue streams (shopper/trade marketing, brand, e-commerce, performance media) to unlock and expand partnerships.
• Strategic Strategy & Alignment: Partner with sales leadership and cross‑functional counterparts to define and execute the Retail Media growth roadmap within Capital One Ad Solutions.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with Product, Business Operations, and Marketing to ensure seamless delivery of product capabilities and pitch materials to clients.
• Executive Pitching & Proposals: Craft and articulate compelling value propositions through high‑impact, executive‑level presentations and proposals.
• Technical Integration & Tools: Utilize analytics platforms, API integrations, and proprietary media tools to drive data‑informed solutions and campaign strategies.
• Industry Engagement: Represent Capital One Ad Solutions through on‑site client visits, industry conferences, and networking events.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven Deal Track Record: Demonstrated success securing high‑value new logos and enterprise brand partnerships, ideally within an emerging or high‑growth ad tech / retail media ecosystem.
• Analytical & Data Proficiency: Strong strategic mindset with proven ability to leverage data analytics to influence client strategies and demonstrate ROI.
• Client‑Facing Excellence: Track record of driving results through high‑touch client engagements across in‑person pitch meetings, executive presentations, and ongoing partner comms.
• End‑to‑End Account Ownership: Experience taking total ownership of key accounts while collaborating cross‑functionally to build bespoke, highly customized partner solutions.
• Product Strategy &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Experience partnering with product teams to inform, shape, and prioritize media product roadmaps based on client feedback and market demand.
• Communication & Influence: Exceptional written, verbal, and visual presentation skills tailored for executive audiences.
• Team‑First Culture: High commitment to fostering a collaborative, transparent, and inclusive team environment.

Basic Qualifications:

• At least 8 years of experience in strategic client‑facing sales, account management, or business development
• At least 4 years of experience in Retail Media, AdTech, or Marketing Technology (Mar Tech)
• At least 8 years of experience analyzing data and leveraging analytics to drive sales strategies and campaign performance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5+ years of dedicated experience in Retail Media, Performance Marketing or Affiliate ecosystems
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