Search Engine Optimization Manager

Cleveland, OH (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Lead hands-on SEO strategy and client management for agency campaigns, leveraging AI tools to boost research, content, and results.

  • Own end-to-end SEO campaigns and client reporting with measurable results.
  • Must-have: 5+ years managing SEO/SEM campaigns and client accounts.
  • Standout: Proficiency with AI-driven workflows and technical/content SEO in a fast-paced agency.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Work directly with clients to develop SEO strategies, communicate performance, and provide ongoing consultation and recommendations.
  • Utilize AI-powered tools and workflows to enhance SEO research, content optimization, analysis, and operational efficiency.
  • Evaluate emerging search trends to help clients adapt to changes in search behavior and search engine algorithms.
  • Develop and execute SEO campaigns aligned with client goals and business objectives.
  • Manage content strategy and editorial calendars in collaboration with clients and internal teams.
  • Perform keyword and topic research, particularly within the automotive aftermarket industry. Execute SEO and social media strategies across platforms including WordPress, Magento, WooCommerce, BigCommerce, Shopify, and others.
  • Prepare and present client reports demonstrating campaign performance, progress, and measurable results.
  • Lead bi-weekly or monthly client meetings to review performance and refine strategy. Collaborate with account managers, internal departments, and client vendors to achieve campaign objectives.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience managing SEO and SEM campaigns and client accounts.
  • Strong understanding of on-page SEO best practices, including metadata optimization, header structure, internal linking, site architecture, and content optimization.
  • Comfortable in a hands-on role that combines strategy, execution, client communication, and team collaboration.
  • Experience with SEO and analytics platforms including Ahrefs, Google Search Console, Google Analytics, Screaming Frog, and similar tools.
  • Experience using AI tools and platforms to support SEO strategy, content development, workflow efficiency, and search analysis.
  • Strong technical SEO and content SEO expertise, including site audits, crawl analysis, indexing, and search visibility optimization.
  • Proven organizational and project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple campaigns simultaneously.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong focus on client relationships and account management.
  • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience or familiarity with the automotive parts and accessories industry is a plus.

Nice To Have

  • Experience or familiarity with the automotive parts and accessories industry is a plus.

Benefits

  • In addition to a competitive salary, Hedges & Company offers a complete employee benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, PTO, and 401(k).
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Hedges & Company Automotive Digital Marketing Agency

We're the leading digital agency serving the $41 billion addressable market of eCommerce and third-party marketplaces that sell parts and accessories.Full-service digital marketing agency serving the aftermarket parts, OEM parts and powersports parts industries for over 20 years. Digital marketing capabilities include SEO and paid search marketing, Amazon advertising, social media marketing and conversion rate optimization.We were the first Google Premier Partner agency dedicated to the aftermarket, OEM and powersports parts industries.Members of SEMA and Auto Care Association. For more information please visit our website link below or call us (234) 380-1650.

Founded in 2004
Hudson, Ohio, USA
17 employees (9 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
19.6K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$39
Traffic Source Mix
Search
64%
Direct
13.5%
Referral
8.6%
Social
0.8%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~17

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
9 (53% of company)