Paid Search (SEM) Associate Manager

Job Description

As anSEM Associate Manager, you will beaccountable for successfully managing paid search campaigns for enterprise-level clients. You will work under the direction of the Director, Paid Search and in coordination with a variety of cross-functional team members. The primary responsibilities in this role is to be the go-to resource for our clients, successfully lead the day-to-day strategic management of complex and sophisticated Search campaigns; direct, motivate, and mentor the account team; and act as the central hub of collaboration and problem solving across various departments/resources all the while delivering against aggressive client objectives. A successful person in this role is smart, ambitious, willing to roll-up their sleeves, and won’t stop until the goal is achieved. We’re seeking intelligent people who can passionately represent Merkle, develop the strategy behind category defining Search programs, ensure superior service delivery to our clients and engage in a manner that ensures a trusting and lasting relationship.

Search Campaign Management:

• Perform day-to-day campaign activities for enterprise level Paid Search (PPC) campaigns, including: bid management, budget allocation, forecasting, performance monitoring, strategic testing, campaign expansion, etc.
• Act as the main point of contact for the client, internal departments, and third party providers; Guided by your Director, Paid Search, you will spearhead collaboration, facilitate discussions, planning, and project management
• Contribute to the development and execution of market strategies for Paid Search campaigns, including developing strategic roadmaps, test plans, and risk/benefit analysis; as well as analyzing results and developing actionable insights

Analysis, Thought Leadership & Communication:

• Employ analytical reasoning, data analysis, and problem solving skills to effectively and efficiently manage campaigns. Professionally communicate findings to the client, regardless of the medium (in person, PowerPoint, email, etc)
• Demonstrate thought leadership and professional communication skills by developing and delivering client facing materials, such as presentations, Point of Views, business cases, and performance reports
• Utilize business acumen to work closely with client teams to identify and fully understand business needs, campaign performance objectives, and opportunities to grow the relationship
• We recognize many of the above mentioned areas may be an area of growth opportunity for you, therefore you will receive guidance from your Director, but you will be expected to demonstrate rapid growth inthese core functions to be successful in your role

Teamwork & Project Management:

• Provide proactive mentorship of Search Specialists supporting accounts; effectively communicating task execution and timeline requirements, strategic guidance, and constructive feedback to aid in their growth in their core functional areas or responsibilities
• Active monitoring and sharing of industry news, on-line marketing trends, industry tools, and internal cross-team key learnings…often on the fly at the client’s request
• Work comfortably in dynamic, time intensive environments where consistent fire drills and competing priorities are commonplace; Must manage expectations and priorities

Qualifications

Search Engine Marketing (SEM) and Business Experience:

• 2+ years' Search Engine Marketing (SEM) experience, preferably on the agency side
• SA360 experience a plus
• Capable of successfully leading mid-tier accounts with limited oversight
• You’re next to flawless when it comes to day-to-day campaign execution
• Ideally, you have some experience beyond just the two major search engines – we often work with GDN, Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, etc.

Analytical Skills:

• Comprehensive data analysis and problem solving skills; able to draw conclusions and with guidance, you are able to devise strategic recommendations based on findings
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills: pivot tables, Vlookups, and chart building. Working knowledge of Visual Basic macros is a plus.
• Additional SEM software skills a plus (e.g. Tableau, Hitwise, etc.)

Project Management:

• You know when to self-solve vs. when to seek guidance, and aren’t afraid to ask for direction from the experts that surround you
• You’re well organized, able to balance client timelines and business needs, possibly across multiple clients
• You’re enthusiastic for identifying time-saving solutions. You often ask, “How can we automate this?”

Additional Information

Dentsuis a modern marketing solutions company. Our mission is to help clients navigate, progress and thrive in a world of change. Businesses rely on our integrated network of agencies and specialized practices to champion meaningful progress through creative, media, commerce, data and technology. Part ofDentsuGroup, our global network comprises 66,000 diverse people in 143countries, who are dedicated to teaming for growth and good. Some of our award-winning agencies include 360i, Carat,dentsumcgarrybowen, DEG,dentsuX, iProspect and Merkle. Follow us on Twitter @DentsuUSA and visitdentsu.com/us.

Employees from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds encouraged to apply.

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