Search Manager

PHD is experiencing growth and seeking a talented individual to join our Performance team as a Paid Search Manager. Reporting to a Supervisor or Director, the Manager will be responsible for ensuring that all Paid Search deliverables are presented on time and of a high quality, and that all Paid Search advertising campaigns meet client objectives. This position will work closely with the Account Management and the Client Strategy & Development teams.

Managers will ensure that search advertising programs are tasked properly, completed as scheduled and meet or exceed all client goals. A successful Manager will have great attention to detail and be able to take complete ownership of the process of getting tasks completed to bring value to our clients. The Role & Expectations Client Engagement: Attend client meetings, status and reporting calls Ability to effectively communicate processes and tactics to clients Communication & Collaboration: Work and communicate verbally and in written form with internal and client teams during the development of campaign strategy and campaign execution Identify and escalate technical issues through communication with internal teams Be able to effectively communicate processes and tactics to peers, and junior members of the team Exhibits solid communication skills in order to effectively present strategic and tactical plans to clients and internal teams Accountability: Lead team to complete thorough quality checks of campaign set up; billing system and in platform Ensure timely and accurate campaign launch and delivery across the team Organize team to deliver all reports and insights to meet deadlines set by client teams Displays organizational capabilities to track progress, execution and consistency of Paid Search advertising campaigns Financial Management: Input billing information into Prisma Manage campaign budget pacing Lead analysing and closing billing estimates The ability to proactively prevent issues and produce solutions when needed People Management: Have strong program management and organizational skills being able to manage multiple projects at once Lead and develop skills across your team being accountable for process Work with vendors to identify new advertising opportunities for clients Train junior team members Leadership: Be a team player Possess a desire to work for a fast-paced, results-based company Be confident in analyzing and acting on marketing data Media/Business Acumen: Previous experience with Paid Search strategy and implementation, preferably in paid media campaigns Possesses understanding of Paid Search advertising campaign management and optimization practices that can help clients meet their business goals Understanding of business concepts and client objectives in order to identify campaign expansion opportunities Demonstrates understanding of and ability to facilitate and manage forecasting, budgeting and pacing, campaign creation and optimization Possesses well developed analytical ability to extract insight from data and plan next steps across multiple marketing mediums Understanding of broader media planning and buying – to ensure integration / coordination with wider media objectives occur Your Responsibilities Compile data across Paid Search platforms and create weekly/monthly reports, including analysis for insights, optimizations and future strategy development Demonstrates strategic insight to develop long term execution plans from client’s stated business objectives and implement those plans Assist in training new hires with fundamentals of paid search Lead team members to develop campaign plans and strategies Utilize campaign management tools to execute campaigns and improve overall performance Campaign budget pacing Develop interest targets following PHD and client-specific best practices Upload and launch campaigns in appropriate platforms Perform thorough quality checks to ensure accuracy of set up across team Input campaign billing information into Prisma billing system Monitor client, competitor and industry changes Support ad-hoc data requests for forecasting, billing, promotional performance, etc.

Performs various other duties as assigned Expected Behavioural Attitude In his/her mandate, the Manager demonstrates the following skills: Time management Proactive self starter A technical and analytical mindset Curiosity and desire to learn Positivity, passion and determination Spirit of collaboration and teamwork Good stress management, responsiveness and adaptability Good management of emotions and intentions Organizational skills and rigor Creativity and sense of innovation Interpersonal skills Core Competencies Strong attention to detail Ensure that search advertising programs are tasked properly, completed as scheduled and meet or exceed all client goals. The ability to work and prioritize within timelines Creative thinker A technical and analytical mindset Professionalism Excellent communication skills Problem solving ability Sound judgment Key Qualifications Minimum 1 year experience in media with a focus on Paid Search and Performance Post-secondary education is required, either diploma or degree Strong technical understanding of basic Excel and Powerpoint skills Understanding of agency ad-serving or social campaign management tools is a plus; Google Ads Editor, CM, Google Analytics, Kenshoo, Marin, Omniture, Ad Parlour OUR PROMISE We want you to live an experience that matches your talent! We are committed to providing you with multiple learning experiences to continue developing your talent.

We offer a work environment that promotes the sharing of ideas and opinions, fun, and success. We offer you competitive remuneration and benefits that will make you say that choosing us was the best decision COMMITMENT TO IDEA OMG is dedicated to cultivating a workplace that not only respects but actively champions Inclusion, Diversity and Equity through Action (IDEA). This commitment ensures that our workforce composition intentionally reflects the rich cultural mosaic of Canada with representation from various dimensions of diversity.

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This is an active vacancy. We are currently hiring for this role and reviewing applications on an ongoing basis.