Overview

Amazon Ads Specialist Jobs in Sandton, South Africa at Talent Sam

Our client is seeking a results-driven Amazon Paid Ads Specialist to own and optimize their Amazon advertising and storefront performance. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong execution skills who can connect advertising efforts to overall revenue growth, optimize product detail pages (PDPs), and scale campaigns efficiently within budget.

Key Responsibilities

  • Amazon Advertising Management

    • Plan, execute, and optimize Amazon PPC campaigns (Sponsored Products, Sponsored Brands, Sponsored Display)

    • Continuously monitor performance metrics (ACOS, ROAS, CTR, CVR) and adjust strategies to improve results

    • Scale campaigns effectively while maintaining profitability targets

  • Storefront & PDP Optimization

    • Manage and optimize the full Amazon storefront experience

    • Improve product detail pages (PDPs) to drive higher conversion rates (content, images, keywords, A+ content)

    • Identify and resolve conversion bottlenecks

  • Sales & Conversion Growth

    • Develop strategies to increase product visibility, traffic, and conversion rates

    • Align advertising efforts with organic ranking strategies

    • Leverage data to improve overall sales performance

  • Promotional Planning

    • Plan and execute campaigns around key promotional periods (e.g., Prime Day, Black Friday, seasonal events)

    • Coordinate discounts, deals, and ad pushes to maximize revenue during peak periods

  • Budget & Scaling Strategy

    • Manage and allocate ad budgets effectively across campaigns

    • Identify scaling opportunities while maintaining efficiency

    • Forecast performance and recommend budget adjustments based on growth opportunities

  • Performance Analysis & Strategy

    • Assess current storefront and advertising performance to identify growth opportunities

    • Connect high-level business goals to actionable advertising strategies

    • Provide regular reporting and insights on campaign performance, revenue impact, and optimization opportunities

Requirements

  • 2–5+ years of experience managing Amazon PPC campaigns

  • Strong understanding of Amazon Seller Central and/or Vendor Central

  • Proven track record of scaling Amazon ad campaigns while maintaining profitability

  • Experience optimizing product listings and storefronts for conversion

  • Solid understanding of e-commerce performance metrics and sales funnels

  • Ability to analyze data and translate insights into actionable strategies

  • Experience planning and executing campaigns for promotional periods

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with multiple SKUs or large catalogs

  • Familiarity with third-party tools (e.g., Helium 10, Jungle Scout, Pacvue, etc.)

  • Knowledge of SEO and keyword research within Amazon

  • Experience in fast-paced e-commerce or DTC environments

Key Competencies

  • Strategic thinking with a strong analytical mindset

  • Ability to connect advertising efforts to revenue outcomes

  • Strong ownership and accountability

  • Data-driven decision making

  • Proactive problem solving and optimization

Success Metrics

  • Improvement in ROAS / reduction in ACOS

  • Growth in overall Amazon revenue

  • Increased PDP conversion rates

  • Efficient budget scaling and utilization

  • Successful execution of promotional campaigns

Title: Amazon Ads Specialist

Company: Talent Sam

Location: Sandton, South Africa

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