Supervisor, Paid Search

WPP Media; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

EssenceMediacom, a leading brand within WPP Media, seeks a Supervisor, Paid Search to manage client-paid search programs and mentor junior teammates. The role emphasizes strategy development and close collaboration with clients.

You will monitor campaigns, review KPI targets, and stay current with search tools and platforms to drive growth for our clients. Hybrid NY-based role with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 4+ years in Paid Search Marketing.
• Experience with Google Ads, Google Ads Editor, Microsoft Ads, Microsoft Ads Editor and SA360.
• Experience meeting with clients and mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day supervision of client-paid search programs with strategy and budgeting.
• Understand client product and digital goals; present updates to clients.
• Monitor and evaluate campaign performance against KPI targets.
• Stay updated on tools and interfaces (Ads, SA360, Bid management platforms).
• Develop tools and tactics to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Contribute to automation projects and process improvements.
• Keep abreast of industry trends to enhance client offerings.

Skills

Paid search

Client management

Mentoring

Strategic thinking

Tool proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Analytics Marketing Communications Advertising

Tools

DoubleClick Search

Kenshoo

Marin

Searchlight

SA360

Google Ads Editor

Microsoft Ads Editor

Job description

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships - all united by ourpioneeringagentic marketing platform, WPP Open - we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth.

WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.

About EssenceMediacom: A Leading WPP Media Brand

This role is within EssenceMediacom, a leading brand within WPP Media, where you will be instrumental in driving breakthroughs for the world’s best brands through data-driven media and creative strategies.

Role Summary

As a Supervisor, Paid Search, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of a client's paid search marketing initiatives. You will manage junior teammates and focus increasingly on strategy development for your dedicated account(s).

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day supervision of client-paid search programs including strategic approaches, bid recommendations, execution details, testing plans, budgets/accounting and overall goal achievement.
• Understand the client’s product, marketing objectives and digital goals with an emphasis on paid search, presenting to clients on a regular basis.
• Monitor, track and evaluate campaign performance metrics, based on client KPI targets and baselines.
• Stay on top of the latest updates regarding tools and User Interfaces (Ads, Microsoft, SA360, Bid Management Platforms, eMarketer, SEMrush, Search Engine Land, AdCenter, AdGooroo, etc.).
• Think creatively, research and develop tools and innovative tactics to improve efficiencies or advance the practice.
• Actively contribute to corporate initiatives, automation projects, process changes and roll-outs.
• Stay current on industry trends, focusing on how changes can help improve offerings to accounts and enhance our overall practice

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Analytics, Marketing, Communications, Advertising; OR equivalent professional work experience.
• 4+ Years experience in Paid Search Marketing. Additional Analytics experience is a plus.
• Experience with Google Ads, Google Ad Editor, Microsoft Ads, Microsoft Ads Editor, and SA360.
• Bid Management tool familiarity (DoubleClick Search, Kenshoo, Marin, etc. Marin & Searchlight) as well as 3rd Party Tracking Tools (DoubleClick, Floodlight, Sizmek, etc.).
• Experience meeting with and delighting clients is essential.
• Desire to manage and mentor junior members of a team; prior experience as a manager a plus.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment toBe Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We alsoLead Optimistically,firmly believingin andChampioning Growth and Developmentfor every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees toleveragethe extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at thecutting edgeof marketing and advertising. WeCreate an Open environmentbuilt on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office eventsshowcasingteam wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We believe the best work happens when we’re together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country.

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US Pay Range

$60,000 - $140,000 USD

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