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Luminize

Director of Advertising (Amazon Marketplace)

Luminize, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Director of Advertising (Amazon Marketplace) Help Brands Win on Amazon - and Love Where You Work

Role:

Director of Amazon Advertising

Location:

San Diego, CA 92101 (Onsite at Symphony Towers)

Compensation Range:

$125,000-$175,000 DOE

At

Luminize , we help brands win. As one of the top 5 Amazon sellers in the US, we’re looking for top performers to grow with us.

We’re shaping brand stories, driving scalable growth, and setting new standards for what performance looks like on the world’s biggest retail platform. We’re looking for a

Director of Amazon Advertising

who can drive the strategic vision, growth, and performance of the Advertising department by leading teams, optimizing resources and budgets, and setting KPIs and long‑term goals.

What You’ll Be Doing

Provide strategic leadership for the Advertising department , overseeing budget planning, resource optimization, and organizational design to scale performance across teams

Lead transformational initiatives

to evolve advertising processes, improve executional efficiency, and position the team for future growth and industry leadership

Set and drive the advertising vision , establishing KPIs, long‑term objectives, and performance frameworks to deliver measurable business impact and maximize ROAS

Mentor and develop high‑potential leaders , fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and professional growth aligned with company values

Leverage market intelligence and performance analytics

to identify trends, uncover opportunities, and guide the adoption of innovative Amazon Advertising strategies

Ensure operational alignment

by integrating departmental initiatives and milestones with company‑wide goals, championing cross‑functional collaboration at the executive level

What You Bring

Five or more years of experience in Amazon Advertising , ideally in agency environments and as a senior individual contributor, including at least five additional years in a management role

✍️

Deep experience within the Amazon ecosystem ; managing high‑performing teams and driving strategic growth across complex advertising operations

Demonstrated expertise in project and people management , including setting clear priorities, delegating effectively, and coaching teams toward aligned organizational goals



Technical proficiency in data analysis and reporting , leveraging Excel/Google Sheets to extract insights, track performance, and inform strategic planning within Amazon Advertising

Strong adaptability and executional focus , with the ability to manage multiple high‑impact projects in a fast‑paced, constantly evolving advertising landscape

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business , or related field (or equivalent experience)

Benefits & Perks

Multiple

medical plan options

through Anthem Blue Cross

Dental & vision insurance

(including orthodontia and annual exams)

Pet benefit program

with savings on vet care, products, and services

Paid vacation (accruing up to 120+ hours/year with rollover and cap)

Paid holidays annually

Coverage for

spouses/domestic partners

and

dependents under 26

Benefits begin on the

first of the month

after your hire date

Office & Location You’ll be based in

Symphony Towers , one of San Diego’s premier office spaces that offers:

Stunning

views

of the city and coastline

Free access

to the building gym

Discounts

at restaurants and cafes in the tower

Secure

bike racks

in the building and

24/7 paid parking

in a nearby downtown structure

Close walking distance to 100+ of the top bars, restaurants, and coffee shops

Our office is designed for comfort, productivity, and collaboration, featuring ergonomic standing desks, high‑quality workstations, a fully stocked snack bar, espresso machine, and cold drinks, a welcoming team lounge area, and sunny workspaces.

Compensation Transparency We’ve listed a broad salary range of $125,000-$175,000/year to account for varying levels of experience, skill sets, and leadership depth. Where you land in the range will depend on how your background aligns with this role.

We’re committed to compensating based on value and impact, not just years on paper, and we’re happy to have open conversations throughout the process.

Growth & Career Opportunities at Luminize At Luminize, growth isn’t just something we drive for our clients; it’s our mindset and a big priority for our people.

We offer clear career paths and leveling guidelines so you always know where you stand, what’s next, and what skills and experience you need to get there. From day one, you’ll have visibility into advancement opportunities and what it takes to grow into leadership, specialization, or other cross‑functional roles.

We’re proud of our strong track record of promoting from within. Many of our team leads and managers started in independent contributor roles and grew by consistently showing initiative, curiosity, and impact.

We only hire externally when needed, because we believe the best future leaders are often already here.

Mentorship from experienced managers during 1:1s and annual performance reviews

Cross‑functional exposure to departments including content, brand management, software, supply chain, operations, and catalog

Learning resources, including Udemy course access, and additional training programs and courses

A culture that encourages asking questions, trying new things, and leveling up together

About Luminize Luminize is a full‑service Amazon growth partner helping brands achieve next‑level success in a competitive digital marketplace. From creative strategy to advertising and analytics, we combine expertise and hustle to fuel results for brands in CPG, health, wellness, beauty, and beyond.

We’re not your typical agency, and we like it that way. We operate with transparency, celebrate wins often, and treat every brand like it’s our own.

Apply now and let’s grow together!

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