Paid Media Manager

M+C Saatchi Group • Chicago, IL

2h

About The Position

We’re looking for a Paid Media Manager with deep expertise in Google Ads to own strategy, execution and optimization across high-spend, performance-driven accounts.This role is hands-on and analytical, focused on driving measurable business outcomes across Search, Performance Max, Demand Gen, Display, and YouTube.
You’ll work closely with strategy, analytics, and creative partners to scale efficient growth while continuously testing, learning, and improving performance.

Requirements

• 2-4+ years of hands-on Google Ads experience Search, Performance Max, YouTube & Demand Gen
• Proven ability to optimize toward business outcomes, not just platform metrics
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into insights and action
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities without sacrificing quality

Nice To Haves

• Experience in financial services, B2B, CPG, or high-consideration purchases
• Exposure to Microsoft Ads, Meta,Reddit, Tiktok or programmatic platforms
• Experience collaborating with creative teams on ad copy, video, and landing page strategy
• Familiarity with reporting tools (Looker Studio, Funnel.io)

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day management of Google Ads accounts, including Search, Performance Max, Demand Gen, Display, and YouTube
• Build, launch, and optimize campaigns.
• Manage budgets, pacing spend efficiently against performance goals
• Conduct ongoing analysis to identify growth opportunities
• Develop testing roadmaps (creative, bidding strategies, audience expansion, landing pages)
• Create clear performance narratives and insights for internal stakeholders and clients
• Stay ahead of platform updates and best practices, translating changes into actionable strategy

Benefits

• competitive salary
• comprehensive employer subsidized benefits package which includes group medical, dental and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account
• 401k retirement plan with annual company match
• employee wellness
• commuter benefits and cellular phone allowance
• generous paid time off and employee volunteer day to encourage social responsibility giving time to the non-profit, community service or charity of your choice

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed