SEM Manager

PMG; Dallas (TX); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Professional Development

Generous Time Off

Parental Leave

Healthcare

Pet Insurance

Annual Bonus

Descripción de la vacante

PMG is seeking an experienced SEM Manager to lead a paid search team and drive strategy for high-profile brands. You will oversee search performance, implement campaigns across Google Ads and Microsoft Ads, and mentor a growing team while maintaining strong client relationships.

This role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional groups, budget planning, and aligning SEM initiatives with PR, social, and programmatic efforts, leveraging Alli to optimize campaigns and deliver measurable value

Formación

• 5+ years of paid search experience with direct campaign management.
• 2+ years of people management, mentoring and coaching.
• Advanced expertise with Google Ads and Microsoft Ads.
• Strong skills in keyword research, ad copy, and bidding strategies.
• Data-driven with proficiency in Excel, Google Analytics, and SQL.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee search performance and identify optimization opportunities.
• Lead paid search strategy and campaign execution to meet client goals.
• Produce reports detailing performance, revenue, and insights.
• Analyze data to derive business impact and strategic opportunities.
• Manage client relationships and ensure alignment with objectives.
• Plan budgets and monitor monthly spend for efficiency.
• Coordinate SEM with PR, social, and programmatic efforts.
• Drive adoption of Alli to optimize campaigns.

Conocimientos

Paid search

People management

Google Ads

Microsoft Ads

Excel

Google Analytics

SQL

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Herramientas

Google Ads

Microsoft Ads

Excel

Google Analytics

SQL

Descripción del empleo

We are PMG

PMG, a global independent platform company engineered for impact, integrates business strategy, media, creative, and data within a single operating model powered by our proprietary operating system, Alli. With more than 1,000 employees, PMG partners with brands including Apple, Nike, Dropbox, Experian, Sephora, and Whole Foods. Our work has earned top industry honors, including Cannes Lions and Adweek’s Media Plan of the Year, and PMG has won 40+ workplace culture awards, including being the only company to rank among Ad Age’s Best Places to Work for 11 consecutive years.

Who You Will Be Working With

At PMG, our Paid Search Marketing (SEM) team is a group of innovative thinkers and passionate problem-solvers dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals through impactful search campaigns. We partner with media, creative, and analytics teams to create full-funnel marketing strategies that deliver measurable results and push the boundaries of what's possible in digital marketing.

Our team thrives on collaboration, curiosity, and a shared commitment to excellence. We foster an environment where ideas are celebrated, creativity flourishes, and every individual has the support they need to grow professionally and personally. As an SEM Manager, you'll play a key role in guiding your team, shaping strategies, and building strong client relationships while driving meaningful results for some of the world’s most recognizable brands.

What You Will Do

• Oversee search performance, monitoring and evaluating results to identify opportunities for optimization and implementing solutions that drive continuous improvement.
• Lead the implementation of paid search strategies and campaigns, ensuring alignment with client goals and maximizing impact.
• Produce detailed reports that track performance metrics, revenue, and other paid search initiatives, providing actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
• Analyze campaign data, translating it into meaningful business impacts and strategic opportunities for clients.
• Manage client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and ensuring that paid search strategies align with broader business objectives.
• Plan and allocate budgets, overseeing monthly spend and ensuring resources are used efficiently to achieve campaign goals.
• Align paid search strategies with other channel initiatives, such as PR, social, and programmatic efforts, to create cohesive and impactful marketing plans.
• Drive adoption of PMG’s proprietary platform, Alli, leveraging its capabilities to optimize campaigns and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance its effectiveness.
• Stay ahead of SEM industry trends, sharing insights with the team and integrating new practices and innovations into strategies.
• Lead a test-and-learn approach, continuously experimenting and refining paid search strategies to improve performance.
• Mentor and manage a team, providing training on best practices, coaching technical and soft skills, and fostering a culture of growth and collaboration.

What You Will Bring

• 5+ years of experience in paid search, with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of people management experience, with strong skills in mentoring, training, and guiding team members to achieve their potential.
• Advanced expertise in managing paid search platforms such as Google Ads, and Microsoft Ads, delivering measurable results for clients.
• Proficiency in campaign management, including keyword research, ad copy optimization, and bidding strategies tailored to client goals.
• Strong ability to analyze performance data, delivering actionable insights and strategic recommendations to improve campaign outcomes.
• Expertise in budget planning, optimization, and performance analysis to ensure efficient use of resources and maximize ROI.
• Proficiency in tools like Microsoft Excel, Google Analytics, and SQL to manage data, uncover valuable insights, and create clear, actionable performance reports.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, enabling you to identify opportunities for improvement and implement impactful solutions.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, ensuring alignment with internal teams and clients on campaign goals.
• A proactive approach to integrating paid search strategies with broader marketing efforts, including PR, social, and programmatic campaigns.
• A commitment to curiosity and adaptability as a continual learner, staying at the forefront of media innovation while prioritizing client success with a customer-focused mindset that seeks opportunities to deliver meaningful value.
• A dedication to people-focused leadership, fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional growth by leading by example and nurturing strong relationships that empower others to excel

What We Offer

• Professional Development : Take advantage of our learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.
• Generous Time Off : Enjoy generous paid time off and holiday allowances to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
• Parental Leave : We provide paid parental leave to support your family during important life events.
• Retirement & Pension Plans : Plan for your future with competitive retirement or pension programs, including contribution matching.
• Fertility and Family Support : Access fertility benefits for all team members and their spouses.
• Healthcare : Coverage and support for everyday medical expenses and routine care, tailored by geography.
• Pet Insurance : Protect your pet’s health and your finances.
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts : Enjoy 100% company-funded accounts to promote healthy habits and well-being.
• Commuter Benefits : Access support for travel and commuting needs, where available.
• Annual Bonus : All employees are eligible for an annual bonus.
• Volunteering Opportunities : Receive 8 give-back hours to volunteer in your local communities.
• AI Enterprise License : Access AI Enterprise accounts and participate in weekly AI training sessions to empower and ensure AI safety.

Benefits vary by country, location, and geography to reflect local laws, norms, and expectations.

What Sets Us Apart

Being part of PMG means joining a company culture that’s unmatched in digital. We’re dedicated to working hard to serve our employees and clients, delivering value, results, and innovation—which often requires true grit and agility. We believe in taking care of ourselves and each other to continuously improve in every way.

In alignment with our core values to be inclusive and always change for the better, PMG is committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive culture, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that we only change for the better by bringing diverse perspectives to our company. PMG recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.