Remote Performance Marketing Manager

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remote; ZAR 1,481,000 - 2,139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonuses

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Stock options or equity

Professional development budget

Unlimited paid time off

Home office stipend

Annual offsite retreats

Global team collaboration access

Access to marketing tech stack

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Performance Marketing Manager to lead global acquisition initiatives and revenue growth. You will develop and execute data-driven strategies across SEM, social, display, and affiliate channels, managing substantial ad budgets to hit ambitious KPIs.

The role requires 5+ years in performance marketing, expert knowledge of Google Ads, Meta, LinkedIn and analytics, plus strong remote collaboration skills to coordinate with product, sales and analytics teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of performance marketing experience across paid channels.
• Experience managing large ad spends and delivering ROI.
• Expertise across Google Ads, Facebook/Meta, LinkedIn and other platforms.
• Strong analytics with web analytics tools and data-driven decision making.
• Solid understanding of funnels, attribution, and segmentation.
• Excellent remote-work communication and independence.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and manage performance marketing campaigns across SEM, social, display, and affiliate channels.
• Optimize campaigns to hit target CPA, ROAS and LTV goals.
• Allocate and manage substantial advertising budgets efficiently.
• Conduct A/B testing on creatives, landing pages and targeting.
• Track, analyze and report metrics with analytics tools; provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate with content/design to develop compelling ad assets.
• Onboard new affiliate partners to expand reach and incremental sales.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging platforms.
• Build relationships with platform reps and contribute to strategy.

Skills

Performance marketing

Paid acquisition

Google Ads

Facebook Ads

LinkedIn Ads

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field

Tools

Google Analytics

Adobe Analytics

CRM systems

Marketing automation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in the SaaS industry, is seeking an exceptional Remote Performance Marketing Manager to drive customer acquisition and revenue growth on a global scale. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within a suitable time zone. You will be at the forefront of developing and executing data-driven performance marketing strategies across various digital channels, including paid search, social media advertising, affiliate marketing, and display advertising. The ideal candidate possesses a sharp analytical mind, a passion for optimization, and a proven history of managing significant advertising budgets to achieve ambitious KPIs. You will work closely with product, sales, and analytics teams to ensure a seamless customer journey and maximize campaign effectiveness. This role is crucial for expanding our client's reach and solidifying their market position, offering a unique opportunity to shape digital advertising initiatives from the ground up in a remote-first environment. We value proactive problem-solvers and strategic thinkers who are eager to make a tangible impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage performance marketing campaigns across multiple digital channels (SEM, Social Ads, Display, Affiliate).
• Optimize campaign performance to achieve target CPA, ROAS, and LTV goals.
• Manage and allocate substantial advertising budgets efficiently across various platforms.
• Conduct in-depth A/B testing on ad creatives, landing pages, and targeting parameters to improve conversion rates.
• Utilize advanced analytics tools to track, analyze, and report on campaign performance, providing actionable insights.
• Collaborate with content and design teams to develop compelling ad copy and visual assets.
• Identify and onboard new affiliate partners to expand reach and drive incremental sales.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging platforms, and best practices in performance marketing.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with advertising platform representatives.
• Contribute to the overall digital marketing strategy with a focus on measurable outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Economics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of experience in performance marketing, with a strong focus on paid acquisition channels.
• Demonstrable experience managing large ad spends and achieving significant ROI.
• Expertise in Google Ads, Facebook Ads Manager, LinkedIn Ads, and other major advertising platforms.
• Advanced proficiency in web analytics tools such as Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics, or similar.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Excellent understanding of marketing funnels, attribution models, and customer segmentation.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, essential for a remote role.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Experience with marketing automation and CRM systems is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing ultimate flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous stock options or equity grants.
• Professional development budget for courses and conferences.
• Unlimited paid time off policy.
• Home office equipment stipend.
• Annual offsite retreats for team building.
• Opportunity to work with a globally distributed, talented team.
• Access to cutting-edge marketing technology stack.