Performance Manager

Omnicom Media Group (MENA); Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Performance Manager to lead media performance strategies across digital channels. This role involves managing a team, optimizing campaigns, and building strong client relationships to drive success. You will leverage cutting-edge technology and data-driven insights to enhance performance and ensure client satisfaction. If you are passionate about performance marketing and have a knack for strategic thinking, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing Paid Social, Paid Search, and Programmatic campaigns.
• Strong strategic thinking with data-driven insights for campaign optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute performance media strategies, optimizing budgets and campaigns.
• Lead and mentor Performance Media Executives, ensuring high standards in execution.

Skills

Paid Social

Paid Search

Programmatic

Google Ads

SA360

DV360

Meta Ads Manager

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Client Management

Education

Certifications in Google Ads

Facebook Blueprint

Tools

Google Ads

Meta Ads Manager

Analytics Tools

Job description

As a Performance Manager, you will be responsible for managing the delivery, insights, and analysis of media performance within the digital landscape. Utilizing proprietary and market-leading technology, you will analyze performance across multiple channels with a key focus on digital media. You will ensure the highest quality of execution within agreed deadlines while also playing a vital role in business development and client relationship management. Additionally, you will mentor and train a team of Performance Media Executives, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute performance media strategies, including campaign planning, execution, optimization, and data analysis.
• Manage and optimize budgets across performance platforms to align with client business objectives.
• Lead and mentor a team of Performance Media Executives, ensuring high standards in execution, optimization, analysis, and reporting.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor for media strategy and best practices.
• Seek opportunities to test new technologies and betas to drive client KPIs.
• Provide training and development sessions for junior team members and wider teams across the agency.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and vendors to ensure seamless campaign execution and innovation.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging media opportunities, integrating them into media plans.
• Ensure complete client satisfaction and drive revenue growth for the Performance Media Division.

A Typical Day Will Include:

• Providing expertise across Paid Social, Paid Search, and Programmatic.
• Consulting and guiding teams to design and implement biddable strategies for a diverse client portfolio in the MENA region.
• Collaborating with operations teams to ensure campaigns meet KPIs by offering optimization guidance and troubleshooting support.
• Leading client onboarding and supporting technical setup across biddable platforms.
• Developing strong relationships with key publishers to stay ahead of industry trends and build innovation roadmaps.
• Preparing and presenting Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with insights and recommendations.
• Leading cross-functional digital projects such as data partnerships, attribution modeling, and dynamic creative optimization (DCO).
• Owning the biddable media section for new business pitches, showcasing strong strategic thinking and storytelling.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience in Paid Social, Paid Search, and Programmatic.
• Proficient in Google Ads, SA360, DV360, Meta Ads Manager, and analytics tools.
• Strong strategic thinking with data-driven insights for campaign optimization.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience mentoring teams and fostering collaboration.
• Strong client and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Certifications in Google Ads, Facebook Blueprint, and analytics tools preferred.
• Fluency in English (Arabic is a plus).

This role is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our team by driving insights, innovation, and client success. If you have a passion for data-driven performance marketing and a strong strategic mindset, we’d love to hear from you!

*Only shortlisted candidates who meet our requirements will be contacted.*