Lead, Retail Media Partnerships (Malaysia)

Your Mission: 

• Lead and grow the Retail Media & Partnerships business in foodpanda, overseeing commercial strategy, sales, and execution in Malaysia
• Drive B2B revenue growth by building and closing deals with FMCGs, financial institutions, and media agencies.
• Own key media agency relationships to unlock media budgets from CPG clients across multiple verticals.
• Act as the commercial lead for all local partner-funded deals, campaign sponsorships, and advertising inventory sales.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Category Management, Q-Commerce, Ad Ops, and Marketing teams.
• Use performance data and insights to optimize campaigns and strengthen partner value.
• Act as the country-level owner of Retail Media strategy, working closely with the Regional Retail Media and local senior leaders like the Malaysian MD 
• Role is open to locals & MY PRs only
• 8+ years of experience in an advertisement agency, brand or retailer side on eCommerce related role, ideally within FMCG field
• Proven track record of managing and negotiating high-value partnerships with CPGs, media agencies, or retailers.
• Strong understanding of AdTech, programmatic advertising, or PPC, with the ability to leverage these tools for business growth.
• Strategic thinker with a demonstrated ability to lead teams, define business objectives, and implement solutions that deliver measurable results.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with fluency in English and the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Analytical and data-driven mindset, capable of translating complex data into actionable insights and strategies.
• Experience managing teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail
• Food perks, vouchers & sweet corporate discounts
• Hybrid work because flexibility matters
• Join a diverse, global team that loves moving fast and having fun