Manager, Paid Search

MERGE

. Lead discovery processes and PPC audits to identify structural opportunities and refine campaign tactics .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $78,000 - $114,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in paid search campaign management, including keyword strategy development, performance analysis, and client communication. Proficient in utilizing search engine management platforms and analytics tools to optimize campaign performance and drive results.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Paid Search Campaign ManagementKeyword Strategy DevelopmentSearch Engine Management PlatformsAnalytics Tracking ImplementationClient Communication

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Hard Skills

PPC AuditsCampaign Performance AnalysisLanding-Page OptimizationKPI SettingBudget PlanningData AnalysisNegative Keywords ManagementQuality Assurance ChecksCritical ThinkingSolution-Oriented Problem-Solving

Soft Skills

CommunicationMentoringCollaborationProject ManagementProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

FluencySearch Ads 360SkaiMarinOptmyzrSmartly.ioAdalysisMicrosoft ExcelGoogle Workspace

Industry Keywords

Life SciencePharmaCampaign TacticsROASCTRCPAConversion RateClient StrategyBilling ReconciliationMedia Partners

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead discovery processes and PPC audits to identify structural opportunities and refine campaign tactics
Ensure accurate analytics tracking implementation and identify landing-page optimization opportunities
Develop keyword strategies, maintain negative keywords, and recommend ongoing testing plans
Analyze campaign performance against ROAS, CTR, CPA, and conversion-rate KPIs
Lead client status and reporting calls, presenting actionable insights and optimization strategies
Collaborate with Google, Yahoo, Microsoft, and other media partners
Resolve billing discrepancies with client strategy and billing reconciliation teams
Lead QA checks for keywords, ad copy, extensions, dayparting, bids, budgets, and targeting
Train and mentor paid search specialists
Contribute to account strategy, annual budget planning, KPI setting, partner selection, and industry viewpoints

Requirements

What you’ll need

3 to 5 years of professional paid search campaign management experience
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Advertising, or equivalent hands-on experience
Essential, proven experience working on Life Science and Pharma accounts
Mastery of search engines and management platforms such as Fluency, Search Ads 360, Skai, Marin, Optmyzr, Smartly.io, or Adalysis
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace
Critical thinking and solution-oriented problem-solving
Ability to communicate complex insights clearly
Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects under tight deadlines
U.S. work authorization without current or future visa sponsorship requirement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
401K
Lifestyle Spending Account
Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance
Flexible Time off & Holidays
Travel to MERGE hubs for meetings, team gatherings, events, or other business needs