Sr. Paid Search (SEM) Specialist

USA (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableSenior Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 5 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive paid search growth for an ecommerce brand with Google and Microsoft Ads.

  • Own the execution and growth of paid search programs across Google and Microsoft Ads.
  • Must-have: 3+ years managing paid search, preferably in ecommerce.
  • Standout: GA4 analytics expertise and automation/smart bidding experience.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Own the execution and growth of paid search programs across Google and Microsoft Ads.
  • Manage and optimize campaign structures, keyword portfolios, bidding strategies, and targeting to maximize growth and return on ad spend.
  • Identify opportunities to scale revenue through new campaign structures, audience strategies, and testing frameworks.
  • Continuously monitor and optimize campaigns for efficiency, growth, and incremental performance aligning with each brand’s goals.
  • Manage budgets and pacing to ensure effective allocation across campaigns and initiatives.
  • Develop and execute structured roadmaps across campaigns, keywords, bidding, landing pages, etc.
  • Optimize for AI emerging placements like AI Max for Google Search
  • Identify and implement opportunities for automation and smart bidding improvements
  • Continuously evaluate search term performance and expand or refine keyword coverage
  • Work closely with internal teams to improve landing page performance and conversion rates
  • Track and analyze campaign performance across key metrics including revenue, ROAS, conversion rate, etc.
  • Translate performance insights into clear optimization actions and strategic recommendations
  • Develop reporting frameworks and dashboards that clearly communicate paid search performance
  • Partner with analytics and marketing teams to ensure accurate attribution and measurement
  • Monitor competitive landscape and identify opportunities for growth
  • Partner with merchandising and marketing teams to ensure campaigns are optimized for growth
  • Partner with third party teams like Google and Microsoft to drive performance and stay informed on emerging opportunities
  • Support seasonal campaign planning and promotional initiatives aligning with business goals

Requirements

  • 3+ years of proven experience managing paid search campaigns, preferably within eCommerce
  • Deep expertise with Google Ads, preferably managing large budgets
  • Strong proficiency in Google Analytics (GA4) and campaign performance analysis
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insights
  • Ability to manage multiple campaigns across multiple websites
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong ownership mindset

Preferred

    Benefits

    • Full time team members are offered a full range of benefits that include medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401K.
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    Elevated Brands Group

    Elevated Brands Group is a leading home decor e-commerce platform specializing in the mid- to high-end segment of the market. Our mission is to help customers and design professionals tie their spaces together with exceptional products, expert guidance, and elevated shopping experiences.Our flagship brand, Rugs Direct, was founded in 1998 and is now a market-leading online retailer of decorative area rugs for homeowners, interior designers, and commercial clients across the U.S. and Canada. Rugs Direct partners with premium brands such as Chilewich, Jaipur Living, Loloi, Safavieh, Surya, and more to offer a curated collection of rugs that prioritize quality craftsmanship, premium materials, and timeless design. With innovative features like a “see this rug in your room” interactive tool and a “design finder” style quiz, we make it simple and inspiring to find the perfect foundation for any space.In 2022, Elevated Brands Group expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of Lightopia, an omnichannel retailer known for its contemporary lighting solutions for residential spaces and trade professionals. Together, Rugs Direct and Lightopia enable us to meet customers’ needs across key home furnishing categories — from the ground up with beautiful rugs to the finishing glow with exceptional lighting — while providing education, design inspiration, and seamless shopping experiences every step of the way.

    Founded in 1998
    Winchester, Virginia, USA
    54 employees (10 in marketing)

    Traffic Signals

    Monthly Visitors
    756.2K
    Traffic Source Mix
    Search
    33.3%
    Direct
    57.2%
    Referral
    3.4%
    Social
    5.3%
    Paid
    0.7%

    Headcount Trend

    Current headcount: ~54

    Marketing Team

    Marketing Team Size
    8 (15% of company)