Supervisor, Paid Search

Stagwell Global•New York, NY

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Supervisor, Paid Search leads the execution, optimization, and performance of paid search programs across assigned client accounts. As a first-level manager, this role balances hands-on campaign management with team leadership, client support, and strategic thinking. Acting as the day-to-day account lead, the Supervisor manages Associates and Senior Associates and partners with media, analytics, and account teams to deliver integrated, data-driven strategies that drive measurable client success.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience in paid search, digital media, or performance marketing
Hands-on experience managing paid search campaigns across Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and Search Ads 360
Deep understanding of biddable media strategies, including brand-building and direct response tactics
Ability to develop, execute, and optimize SEM, YouTube, and contextual campaigns
Advanced proficiency with bid management tools and web analytics platforms, such as Google Analytics and Adobe Analytics
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables and VLOOKUPs, and proficiency in PowerPoint for reporting and presentations
Familiarity with contextual, video, and programmatic advertising platforms
Experience leading day-to-day client relationships and presenting performance-driven recommendations
Demonstrated ability to mentor, manage, and develop junior team members
Strong decision-making, prioritization, and delegation skills with a focus on team growth and delivery quality
Ability to synthesize complex datasets into clear insights, forecasts, and strategic recommendations
Comfort navigating ambiguity, balancing multiple workstreams, and adapting to shifting priorities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to build strong cross-functional relationships

Responsibilities

Lead the development, execution, and optimization of SEM, YouTube, and contextual campaigns across assigned client accounts
Serve as the day-to-day strategic lead, ensuring campaign performance aligns with client goals and key performance indicators
Analyze campaign data and performance trends to identify opportunities for optimization, efficiency, and growth
Translate performance results into clear, actionable recommendations for clients and internal stakeholders
Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partner agencies to support strategic alignment and operational excellence
Oversee the full campaign lifecycle, including proposal development, planning, activation, optimization, reporting, forecasting, and billing audits
Manage paid search campaigns across platforms including Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and Search Ads 360
Guide test design and implementation to improve campaign effectiveness and uncover new opportunities
Review campaign setup, optimizations, and deliverables to ensure accuracy, strategic alignment, and client-ready quality
Identify opportunities for cross-channel integration across SEM, SEO, social, video, contextual, and programmatic media
Supervise, mentor, and develop Associates and Senior Associates through ongoing coaching, feedback, and career development support
Manage team workflow, resource allocation, and project priorities to ensure timely, high-quality delivery
Review team output and optimization decisions to strengthen performance and operational rigor
Support the onboarding and training of new hires, promoting collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning
Share relevant industry trends, platform updates, and emerging best practices to strengthen team knowledge and capability
Partner with analytics, media, strategy, and account teams to build integrated strategies and measurement frameworks
Contribute to strategic planning, budget forecasting, and the evaluation of new technologies, platforms, and partners
Partner with leadership to refine internal workflows, reporting standards, and collaboration across teams
Coordinate across functions to ensure consistent execution and continuous performance improvement