Retail Media Product Owner

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

Retail Media Product Owner

As a Retail Media Product Lead, you will shape the future of our AdTech Platform in the retail media space. You will be responsible for defining the product vision, analyzing market trends, and ensuring that our software evolves to meet both technical requirements and business opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and own the product roadmap for AdTech/Retail Media platform.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities and product improvements.
• Translate business needs into clear product requirements for development teams.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and data teams to build scalable and innovative solutions.
• Act as the subject-matter expert in retail media, ensuring our product meets industry standards and client needs.
• Monitor product performance and propose improvements or pivots based on data.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience as a Product Owner in software/tech environment.
• Strong understanding of AdTech or digital advertising, ideally retail media.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into practical product features.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate market data and customer insights.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams (engineering, data, business).

Nice-to-Have:

• Knowledge of DSPs, SSPs, or other advertising platforms.
• Background in e-commerce or retail-related AdTech solutions.

What's in it for You?

• 5 weeks of vacation + 1 day off each month + 3 sick days = up to 40 days off per year
• Hybrid work model – typically in office around 4 days/week, with flexibility for remote days
• Meal contribution included in salary, plus canteen 'Krmeetko' onsite
• Multisport card & subsidized entry to events like RunTour
• Professional development, internal training, workshops, mentoring, plus conference budget
• Work anniversary vouchers
• Beautiful, dog‑friendly offices near Vltavská metro, featuring a cafeteria, great coffee, showers & bike parking
• Career growth opportunities across WPP

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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