Candidates with experience in B2B ad sales and Mandarin proficiency will find this hybrid account management role in Mountain View, CA, suitable for those with strong client-facing and campaign optimization skills.
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Original posting from Baidu USA via Greenhouse
Job Title: Account Manager ( Contractor)
Job Type: Contractor, Hybrid, Monday - Friday
Job Location: Mountain View, CA
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and driven individual for the position of Account Manager. As a key member of our Global Business Team, the Account Manager will be responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of programmatic partners on the supply side. The successful candidate will have a strong analytical skills, keen business acumen for the advertising ecosystem, a strong client facing skills, and excellent account management abilities.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and grow a portfolio of SMB clients through effective account management.
Build strong client relationships through regular communication and proactive support.
Own the campaign lifecycle from campaign trafficking (display, native, and video), activation, to optimization within the MediaGo DSP, including pixel and S2S post-back implementation.
Monitor and optimize campaign performance daily by adjusting bids, targeting, creatives, and pacing to achieve client KPIs.
Troubleshoot creative disapprovals and technical issues to ensure smooth campaign delivery and consistent ad spending.
Assist in client-facing activities such as campaign briefings, status calls, and performance reporting.
Collaborate with Sales, Product, Algorithm, and Analytics teams to ensure successful campaign execution and client satisfaction.
Conduct market research to identify industry trends and support account growth opportunities.
Stay current on AdTech trends, platform updates, and best practices to improve campaign execution and platform user experience.
Ability to work on-site 4 days a week in our Mountain View office
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field 2+ years of experience in B2B ad sales or account management
Build strong client relationships through regular communication and proactive support
Professional proficiency in Mandarin Chinese is a must
Strong cross-functional & client facing skills & the ability to build and maintain relationships
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Self-motivated & results-driven with a proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets
Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
Strong organizational and time management skills
Culture Fit
Integrity – Act ethically and transparently, even when no one is watching.
Customer Focus – Prioritize understanding and exceeding partner needs to build strong, lasting relationships.
Business Expertise – Continuously deepen your knowledge of programmatic advertising to deliver high-quality, impactful solutions.
Results Driven – Consistently pursue meaningful outcomes, exceed goals, and push the business forward.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and driven individual to take their career to the next level and build a long-term career in the digital advertising space.
Hourly rate range: $35-$60 DOE
Source: Baidu USA careers (Greenhouse)