Digital Performance Marketing Manager

ADNOC Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 279,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

ADNOC Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Digital Performance Marketing Manager to lead lower-funnel digital marketing initiatives, aimed at customer acquisition, conversions, and ROI optimization. The role requires expertise in ad tech, first-party data, and automation tools to drive measurable outcomes.

The position emphasizes strategy development, campaign optimization, and strong cross-functional collaboration with analytics, data science, and technology teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Digital Media, or a related field.
• 8 years of experience in performance marketing, digital advertising, and campaign optimization.
• Strong technical knowledge of ad tech, API integrations, and automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement lower-funnel strategies across search, display, programmatic, and affiliate platforms to drive conversions.
• Optimize campaigns for ROAS, CPA, and conversion rates using analytics and attribution models.
• Lead API integrations and automation initiatives to improve data flow and scalability.
• Collaborate with media planning, analytics, and creative teams to align messaging with performance goals.
• Coordinate with vendors and agencies to execute campaigns effectively.

Skills

Performance marketing

Digital advertising

Campaign optimization

Ad tech

API integrations

Automation tools

Analytics

Attribution models

First-party data

ROI optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Business/ Digital Media

Tools

API integrations

Job description

JOB PURPOSE

The Digital Performance Marketing Manager is responsible for leading lower-funnel digital marketing initiatives focused on customer acquisition, conversion, and ROI optimization. This role requires strong technical expertise in ad tech, first-party data utilization, and automation tools to deliver measurable business outcomes. The position plays a critical role in driving performance marketing excellence and ensuring alignment with overall paid media strategies.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Strategy Development & Execution

• Design and implement lower-funnel strategies across search, display, programmatic, and affiliate platforms to drive conversions and revenue growth.
• Develop performance marketing frameworks that align with business objectives and ensure scalability across campaigns.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate performance marketing strategies into broader marketing initiatives.
• Continuously monitor market trends and competitor activities to refine strategies and maintain a competitive edge.
• Establish clear KPIs and benchmarks for campaign success, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Campaign Optimization & Analytics

• Optimize campaigns for ROAS, CPA, and conversion rates using advanced analytics and attribution models.
• Implement multi-touch attribution and advanced matching tools in collaboration with data teams to improve measurement accuracy.
• Leverage first-party data and real-time optimization techniques to maximize campaign performance and ROI.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of campaign results to identify insights and apply learnings to future initiatives.
• Prepare detailed performance reports with actionable recommendations for continuous improvement.

Technology & Automation Management

• Manage API integrations to ensure seamless data flow across platforms and maintain operational efficiency.
• Lead automation initiatives to improve campaign scalability, reduce manual processes, and enhance performance.
• Stay current with emerging ad tech solutions, platform updates, and industry best practices to maintain technical leadership.
• Evaluate and implement new tools and technologies that enhance targeting, bidding, and reporting capabilities.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and internal governance standards in all technology implementations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with the Media Planning & Strategy Manager to ensure alignment across the full marketing funnel.
• Partner with analytics, data science, and technology teams to enhance attribution models and reporting accuracy.
• Collaborate with creative teams to ensure ad formats and messaging align with performance objectives.
• Coordinate with external vendors and agencies to execute campaigns effectively and achieve desired outcomes.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing across marketing and digital teams.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in in Marketing, Business Administration, Digital Media, or a related field.

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

• 8 years of experience in performance marketing, digital advertising, and campaign optimization.
• Proven expertise in managing large-scale campaigns across search, display, programmatic, and affiliate channels.
• Strong technical knowledge of ad tech, API integrations, and automation tools.
• Experience with advanced analytics, attribution models, and first-party data utilization.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver measurable ROI and optimize marketing investments.