Senior Associate, Paid Search at Omnicom Media Group US H&S

Burbank, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Mar, 26

Salary

75000.0

Posted On

09 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Paid Search, Amazon Ads, Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, Data Analysis, Campaign Management, Budget Management, Keyword Strategy, Ad Copy Creation, Performance Monitoring, Team Collaboration, Training, Reporting, Quality Assurance, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills

Industry

Advertising Services

Description

The Company: Hearts & Science has been inspired by confident marketers seeking business advantage in a world of personalized digital marketing, where CRM and addressable channels converge, and decisions must be made in real time to aggregate effective reach and deliver the right message at the right time. Designed to inform brand strategies with real-time insights, Hearts & Science is a data-driven marketing agency with expert media planning and buying capabilities, among other services that include shopper marketing, marketing innovation and content activation. The Search Team Our thriving paid search team culture is characterized by a blend of collaboration, innovation, and a shared passion for data-driven marketing. Our individuals feel inspired, supported, and empowered to excel in their roles while contributing to the team's overall success. Our search practitioners tap into the Omnicom Search Center of Excellence group to gain access to specialized knowledge and resources, including training, development, best-practice sharing, access to tools, and cross-team collaboration. The Opportunity - Senior Associate, Paid Search (Amazon Focus) The Senior Associate, Paid Search will play a pivotal role in leading and managing paid search marketing campaigns with a primary focus on Amazon Search. While a strong foundation in traditional search platforms (e.g., Google Ads, Microsoft Ads) is beneficial, we are specifically seeking someone with hands-on-keyboard experience managing robust campaigns within Amazon’s advertising ecosystem. You will be responsible for deepening your understanding of search—especially within Amazon—taking on day-to-day management responsibilities, and supporting the team in achieving campaign goals. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who is eager to learn and grow in the field of paid search marketing. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and organized, capable of managing multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. A strong analytical mind is essential, as you will analyze data and identify trends to optimize campaign performance. Responsibilities: Manage Amazon paid search campaigns: Own day-to-day implementation across Sponsored Products, Sponsored Brands, and Sponsored Display; manage budgets, bids, placements, targeting, and negative targeting; provide timely updates to the team and stakeholders. Billing: Support the team in monthly billing and reconciliation processes and protocols. Conduct analysis: Analyze search term reports, category/competitor insights, and retail readiness factors to identify optimization opportunities and make actionable recommendations. Monitor performance: Track account performance within Amazon Ads (and relevant retail media dashboards), identify trends, and make necessary optimizations to hit KPIs such as ROAS/ACOS, TACOS, CVR, and share of voice. Create assets: Lead the creation and refinement of keyword strategies, ad copy for Sponsored Brands, product collection strategies, and storefront/ad creative inputs; partner with retail/ecommerce teams on detail page readiness. Support team members: Train and mentor junior team members; share best practices and contribute to team-wide enablement. Contribute to reporting: Assist in the creation and analysis of performance reports, pacing, and testing readouts; communicate insights and next steps clearly. Quality Assurance: Act as a QA check for campaigns, bulk sheets, and Excel workbooks; ensure tracking, budgets, and naming conventions are accurate and consistent. Qualifications: Relevant post-secondary education, training, or equivalent experience. Minimum 2+ years of relevant paid search management experience. Hands-on-keyboard experience managing Amazon Ads campaigns at scale (required), including Sponsored Products, Sponsored Brands, and Sponsored Display; comfort with bulk operations, portfolios, budgets, and bid strategies. Strong understanding of Amazon retail dynamics (e.g., buy box, inventory, retail readiness) and how they impact advertising performance. Hands-on-keyboard experience with Google Ads and Microsoft Ads is beneficial. Experience with bid/portfolio management or optimization platforms (e.g., Skai, SA360, Marin) is a plus; Amazon-dedicated tooling experience is highly valued. Proficient in Microsoft Office software, especially Excel (pivot tables, lookups, basic formulas). Familiarity with automation/AI buying agents and scripting concepts is a plus (e.g., rules-based bidding, budget pacing). Ability to quickly learn and apply new software and tools, including Amazon API-driven or third-party platforms. Strong analytical skills and critical thinking; passion for structured testing (A/B and multivariate) and clear hypothesis-driven experimentation. Results-driven professional with a passion for learning and a desire to succeed in a fast-paced agency setting. Actively seeks out opportunities to learn and develop new skills. Enjoys working in a team environment and contributes to a positive team dynamic. Strong communication and organization skills. Preferred Certifications: Amazon Ads Accreditation/Certifications (e.g., Sponsored Ads, Retail Media) highly preferred. Google Ads Search Certification (beneficial). Microsoft Ads Certification (beneficial). Google Search Ads 360 Certification (beneficial). AI-Powered Shopping/Performance Ads Certifications (beneficial). #LI-KT1 This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, benefits include: health insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, 401(k), Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, vacation days, sick days, personal days, paid parental leave, paid medical leave, and STD/LTD insurance benefits. Compensation Range $40,000—$75,000 USD This role is hybrid, requiring three (3) days per week in the office. The remaining two (2) days may be worked remotely. Specific in-office days will be discussed during the interview process, with flexibility to align with team needs. Please note that the number or required in-office days may be adjusted over time, potentially increasing the number of required in-office days based on business needs. Review Our Recruitment Privacy Notice

Responsibilities

The Senior Associate will manage Amazon paid search campaigns, including day-to-day implementation and budget management. They will also analyze performance data to optimize campaigns and support team members through training and mentorship.