Strategic Account Manager

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Strategic Account Manager Mountain View, CA

Job Title: Strategic Account Manager (contractor)

Job Location: Mountain View, CA

Job Type: Contractor, Onsite, Monday - F­riday

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and driven individual for the position of Strategic Account Manager. As a key member of our Global Business Team, this strategic position will be responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of clients, conducting market research, and developing effective sales strategies. The successful candidate must have strong client facing skills, excellent account management abilities, and a deep understanding of project management.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and grow a portfolio of SMB/corporate clients through effective account management

Build strong client relationships through regular communication, strategic guidance, and proactive support

Be ready to generate and present campaign performance insights & strategic recommendations in the form of story-telling in client calls

Oversee ad campaign setup and optimization within the MediaGo DSP to ensure incremental revenue growth and client satisfaction

Provide clear, data-driven performance insights through regular reporting and strategic recommendations

Own the collaboration among internal teams and participate in team meetings and contribute to support overall team & individual objectives and client success

Own client-facing activities such as campaign briefings, status calls, and reports

Stay current on #AdTech trends, platform updates, and best practices to improve campaign execution & platform user experience

Conduct market research to identify industry trends and upsell opportunities

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field 1-3 years of experience in B2B ad sales or account management

Strong client facing skills and the ability to build & maintain relationships

Self-motivated and results-driven with a proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets

Professional proficiency in Mandarin Chinese is a must

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Ability to be a self-starter & a team player

Strong organizational and time management skills

Experience with the OKR Framework is a plus

Ability to work on-site 5 days a week in our Mountain View office

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, negotiable

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