Performance Marketing Analyst

Boston, MA (Hybrid)

$76K/yr – $96K/yrMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own mid-funnel activation and testing framework across CM360 and DV360, plus ongoing optimization of asset delivery and audience targeting to lift quality traffic and ROI.

  • Activation & Measurement: manage in-platform execution, monitor performance, and translate data into actionable recommendations.
  • Channel Expansion & Creativity: test new mid-funnel channels and coordinate asset delivery with Brand/Creative to drive performance gains.
  • Data-Driven Optimization: support measurement strategy with MMM inputs and dashboards to improve channel effectiveness.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Mid-funnel Activation & CM360/DV360 execution: deploy placements, ads, and creative assets across channels.
  • Asset Collaboration: coordinate asset delivery with Brand/Creative and test new formats to drive performance.
  • Channel Testing: explore mid-funnel channels (TikTok, Meta, YouTube on TV) to expand reach and efficiency.
  • Audience Targeting: develop and test new audience strategies to improve traffic relevance and quality.
  • Measurement Support: contribute to CM360, attribution systems, and MMM inputs to monitor channel effectiveness.
  • Performance Monitoring: track daily campaigns and targeting to ensure results meet quality standards.
  • Budget & Billing: reconcile budgets, invoicing, and billing trackers for all activity.
  • Dashboards & Insights: maintain core performance dashboards and conduct deep-dive analyses to inform actions.
  • Reporting: communicate results and key insights to stakeholders and senior leadership.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of professional experience with a background in strategy consulting, finance or marketing/product analytics
  • Familiarity with major ad technology and trafficking tools (Campaign Manager 360, DV360, Google Ads) preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree in an analytical or social science major (e.g., math, statistics, economics, marketing) preferred.
  • Data-oriented thinker with excellent strategic, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities
  • Exceptionally detail-oriented: You take pride in data accuracy and checking your work.
  • Strong analytical mindset: You are comfortable working with numbers and translating data into clear takeaways.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivots, vlookups) and PowerPoint is required; exposure to SQL or BI tools (Looker, Tableau) is a plus.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively within a cross-functional team environment.
  • Eager to learn, ask questions, and take initiative on operational tasks.

Preferred

  • Exposure to SQL or business intelligence tools (Looker, Tableau)
  • Experience with video-based channels
  • Familiarity with ad technology and trafficking tools beyond CM360/DV360

Benefits

  • Best-in-class benefits and compensation, including equity for all employees
  • Career development and corporate giving programs
  • Employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities
  • Flexible hybrid model
  • Robust time off policies
  • Daily free lunch
  • New car discount
  • Meditation and fitness apps
  • Commuting cost coverage
  • Supporting work-life balance and individual well-being
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CarGurus was founded in 2006 in Cambridge, Massachusetts by Langley Steinert, co-founder of TripAdvisor, who saw an opportunity to create a better car-shopping experience using technology and data analytics. In just over a decade, CarGurus has become the most visited automotive shopping site in the US, with more car listings than any other major online automotive marketplace. CarGurus also operates sites in Canada and the UK. Interested in becoming a Guru? Make sure to view our dozens of open roles and positions!

Founded in 2006
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
1.3K employees (86 in marketing)
79% recommend to a friend
92% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
40.1M
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$8.5M
Traffic Source Mix
Search
48.6%
Direct
45.5%
Referral
3.7%
Social
0.7%
Paid
1.6%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~1.3K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
60 (5% of company)
Median Career Experience
10 years
Median Tenure
4.2 years

Funding

Total Funding
$1.8M
Last Raise
$1.8M
Post IPO Secondary, 4 years ago

Funding History

  • Aug 2022
    Post IPO Secondary
  • Aug 2017
    Series A • $1.8M

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