SEO Manager

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

$101K/yr – $169K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 3 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own and optimize the enterprise SEO program across technical, content, and UX streams, defining objectives, KPIs, governance, and roadmaps; collaborate with Technology, Merchandising, and Marketing to drive visibility, engagement, and conversion.

  • Define KPIs and governance for the SEO program
  • Lead testing and roadmap with hypotheses and success criteria
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to prioritize SEO work

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Own the enterprise SEO program by defining objectives, KPIs, and governance; monitor performance and report progress against goals.
  • Execute integrated initiatives across technical SEO, content, and UX to improve organic visibility, engagement, and conversion; track impact using agreed metrics and dashboards.
  • Partner with cross functional teams (Technology, Merchandising, Marketing) to prioritize SEO work; document decisions, dependencies, and timelines.
  • Lead SEO testing and roadmap by defining hypotheses, test plans, and success criteria; publish results and recommendations to stakeholders.
  • Inform site architecture, internal linking, and taxonomy changes through documented requirements and acceptance criteria to support SEO and user navigation.
  • Oversee local listings management to maintain accurate data and improve local search visibility; define escalation and audit routines.
  • Maintain standard processes, reporting, and alerts to monitor site health and SEO performance; drive remediation for issues discovered.
  • Monitor search trends and algorithm updates (incl. AI driven changes) and provide evidence based recommendations for program adjustments.
  • Set clear expectations for a team, coach on SEO standards, review work quality, and support performance management processes.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in marketing or related field required
  • 5+ years Experience managing large scale organic search program for well-established online retailer(s) required
  • Experience operating organic search programs for an established online retailer; accountable for visibility, traffic, engagement, and conversion outcomes.
  • Experience applying SEO standards and practices: technical SEO, content strategy, site architecture, and performance measurement.
  • Experience developing teams and establishing systems/processes that scale organic performance and sustain results.
  • Experience performing quantitative analysis and translating data into actionable insights, decisions, and plans.
  • Experience developing partnerships, collaborating cross-functionally (e.g., Paid Search, Technology, Content, and Analytics), and communicating updates to leadership.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
  • 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
  • 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
  • Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
  • Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.

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