Manager, Paid Search

WHY DEPT®?

We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA.

We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter.

At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build.

ABOUT YOU

Paid Search Managers are executional powerhouses behind every successful campaign launch. You’re responsible for turning strategy into reality—building, QAing, and launching paid media campaigns with precision and speed across search platforms. Managers also design and execute paid search channel strategy and optimization. They will work with vendor reps and senior team members to hone the strategies they present to clients but are ultimately responsible for project management on accounts they own.

This role is fully remote. However, due to the work dynamic and client requirements, the team is currently considering applicants in Pacific or Mountain Timezone only (no exceptions). 

You’ll be responsible for:

• Maintaining an advanced understanding of primary paid media channels and how they fit within the funnel – to include Google Search, Microsoft Search, Apple Search, Google Display Network, UAC, IOS.
• Driving account strategy geared towards achieving or exceeding client efficiency and growth goals.
• Developing and executing the appropriate account management monitoring and optimization techniques to drive performance toward client targets and budgets.
• Quantifying and prioritizing initiatives that will have the greatest impact on account performance.
• Driving the creation of client roadmaps, testing plans, reports/dashboards, and QBRs/FBRs to meet client needs.
• Managing the performance of designated client portfolio to client performance goals and practicing good stewardship of client budgets.
• Writing, reviewing and ensuring that agendas meet client needs for status calls and adhere to all important and upcoming management updates.
• Ensuring all account management efforts go through a QA process and are executed/delivered error-free.
• Owning the relationship between DEPT® and dedicated platform reps (i.e. Google, LinkedIn, etc.). Working with reps to identify and vet new opportunities while maintaining platform best practices, etc.

You’ll need to have:

• A minimum of 3 years paid search experience (Google Ads a must; Apple Search ads a plus) and be comfortable with topics such as budgeting, bidding, and testing methodology.
• Proven prior work experience presenting findings and making recommendations for account optimizations to internal or external clients.
• Prior experience working with enterprise-level clients and monthly budgets upwards of $500,000.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills and be proficient in Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Additional things that will impress us: 

• A Google Ads certification.
• You are an energetic and creative marketing enthusiast; eager to roll up your sleeves and be hands on, learn, and grow in the marketing space.
• You are entrepreneurial spirited and a self-starter; able to work both independently and in a team environment

 

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

We are a collaborative, open-door, best-idea-wins environment that fosters personal and company growth and has fun doing it. Here is a snapshot of our  benefits package:

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k plan, plus matching
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave

The anticipated salary range for this position is listed below. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, expertise, physical location, and organizational impact. This is based on a 40-hour workweek and leveling. Keep in mind, we're flexible. 

 

WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU: 

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s lived experie