Paid Search Sr. Manager

Paid Search Manager

Location : Chicago, IL – Hybrid (3 days in office / 2 days work from home)

Company : Scale Marketing

Drive PPC strategy. Deliver measurable growth. Lead with impact.

Scale Marketing is looking for a Paid Search Manager to take ownership of planning, building, executing, and optimizing paid search campaigns across a diverse portfolio of clients. This is a hands-on, client-facing role where you'll collaborate with leadership, analytics, and creative teams to deliver ROI-driven results. You'll have the opportunity to influence strategy across multiple media channels, lead a growing team, and work with some of the most respected brands in their industries.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the paid search thought leader for top-tier clients.
• Develop and execute PPC strategies that surpass KPIs and drive ROI / ROAS.
• Manage campaigns end-to-end—planning, bidding, optimization, and reporting.
• Analyze performance daily and deliver actionable insights to clients and teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on media mix modeling and campaign integration.
• Build strong client relationships and uncover new growth opportunities.

What We're Looking For

3+ years of paid search experience (agency or client-side).

Google & Bing expertise / certifications required; Amazon Ads a plus.

Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, BI tools, and statistical modeling.

Experience with tags / pixels and Google Tag Manager.

Skilled communicator with polished client presentation abilities.

Proactive problem solver with a startup mindset.

Knowledge of DSPs and social buying platforms a plus.

Why You'll Love Scale Marketing

We believe in transparency, data-driven strategy, and treating our clients' businesses like our own. You'll join a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and getting the job done—while having fun along the way.

Benefits & Perks :

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance with generous employer contribution.

Ongoing education and professional training.

Hybrid work model with collaborative office culture.

Company-sponsored events and team-building experiences.

Job Type : Full-time

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Work Location : Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60654