Associate Director, Paid Search

OuterBox; Akron (OH); Remote; USD 108,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) & Retirement Savings

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible Scheduling

Remote-First Culture

Professional Development

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

OuterBox is seeking an Associate Director, Paid Search to lead SEM strategy and oversee a team of paid search professionals. You will drive traffic, conversions, and ROI across diverse digital health and e-commerce clients while collaborating with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

You will shape paid search best practices, manage budgets, and implement advanced bidding and targeting strategies. Strong leadership and analytics skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Business, or related field.
• 7+ years of SEM and digital marketing experience.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale SEM campaigns.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation abilities.
• Experience with Google Ads, Bing Ads, and analytics platforms.
• Experience across diverse clients and industries.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate the SEM strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead and mentor Leads and Senior Paid Search Strategists.
• Collaborate with clients and senior management to meet objectives.
• Plan campaigns, budget allocation, keyword targeting, and structure.
• Monitor performance, run A/B tests, and optimize campaigns.
• Manage SEM budgets and provide recommendations for adjustments.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Team management

Analytical skills

Communication

Industry knowledge

Client collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Business, or related field

Tools

Google Ads

Bing Ads

Analytics tools

Job description

As the Associate Director, Paid Search at OuterBox, you will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of all search engine marketing initiatives. You will collaborate with innovative & transformative digital health and e-commerce clients, senior management, and cross-functional teams to develop and execute paid search strategies that drive website traffic, conversions, and ROI. Your role involves managing a team of Leads, Senior Paid Search Strategists, and Paid Search Strategists, optimizing campaigns, and staying ahead of industry trends.

An Associate Director, Paid Search, plays a pivotal role in shaping the search engine marketing strategies of Outerbox and our clients. This role requires a combination of strategic thinking, leadership, team management, and a deep understanding of Paid Search best practices.

Job Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and communicate the overall SEM strategy, including goals and objectives internally and externally (as needed). Collaborate with clients or senior management to align SEM efforts with broader marketing and business objectives. Stay updated on industry trends, algorithm changes, and emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge. Develop a robust testing roadmap with your team and ensure the continuous evolution of the client’s paid search programs. Develop comprehensive Quarterly Business Reports (QBRs) with the team that includes highlights of the last quarter and top testing priorities for the upcoming quarter.
• Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of Leads, Senior Paid Search Strategists and Paid Search Strategists, including setting clear performance objectives and providing guidance. Oversee campaign planning, execution, and optimization efforts. Ensure team members are well-equipped to deliver exceptional results.
• Client Collaboration: Build and maintain strong client relationships. Collaborate with clients to understand their business goals, target audience, and competitive landscape. Present strategic recommendations, campaign performance insights, and progress reports to clients.
• Campaign Strategy and Planning: Develop comprehensive SEM strategies, including budget allocation, keyword targeting, and campaign structure. Oversee the creation of ad copy and landing pages optimized for conversions. Implement advanced bidding and targeting strategies.
• Performance Analysis and Optimization: Monitor campaign performance using analytics tools and other data sources. Analyze data to identify opportunities for optimization and improvement. Implement A/B testing, ad group restructuring, and other advanced optimization techniques.
• Budget Management: Manage budgets for SEM campaigns, ensuring efficient allocation and adherence to financial goals. Provide recommendations for budget adjustments based on campaign performance.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Business, or related field
• Extensive experience (typically 7+ years) in SEM and digital marketing.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale SEM campaigns.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Exceptional analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• In-depth knowledge of search engine advertising platforms (e.g., Google Ads, Bing Ads) and emerging trends.
• Experience working with a diverse range of clients and industries.

Benefits

Empowering your journey through every stage of growth—so you can do your best work and live your best life.

Exceptional teams deserve exceptional support. Our employee benefits package includes generous paid time off, healthcare coverage, retirement savings options, professional development opportunities, and additional perks designed to help you stay healthy, productive, and fulfilled both at work and at home.

• Health Insurance
• 401(k) & Retirement Savings
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible Scheduling
• Remote-First Culture
• Professional Development
• Employee Referral Program
• And more!

Salary Description

$108,000 - $118,000

Our Company Values

Great results don’t happen by chance. They come from talented people working together with shared expectations, mutual respect, and a commitment to doing what’s right.

At OuterBox, our values guide how we approach our work, support our teammates, and serve our clients. They influence the decisions we make every day and help create a culture where people can do meaningful work, build lasting relationships, and grow throughout their careers.

Growth At OuterBox

We believe growth is oxygen—for our clients, our company, and our people. That’s why we’re committed to helping every teammate reach their next stage of growth.

Every person joins OuterBox with different experiences, ambitions, and career goals. We believe great leaders meet people where they are, providing the support, resources, and opportunities needed to grow professionally, develop new skills, and build a rewarding career.

Whether you’re looking to deepen your expertise, take on new challenges, or grow into leadership, you’ll find a team invested in helping you get there.

Physical Demands

• Primarily involves sitting at a desk and using a computer for extended periods of time.
• Light physical activity is also required, such as carrying equipment or setting up for presentations.
• Requires a high level of mental focus and the ability to work under pressure.
• Good manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and the ability to use a computer for extended periods are required.

Utilizes required organization-provided tools, such as project management systems, artificial intelligence (AI) applications, reporting and analytics programs, and other business software, as directed by management in the regular course of business. Use of such tools ensures accuracy, accountability, and continuity across projects, supports collaboration among team members, and allows the organization to maintain visibility into work product and progress.

Work Authorization/Requirements

Must be located in the USA.

We cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

Our company is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

OuterBox may use AI-assisted tools to support the hiring process. Human review is involved in all employment decisions.