Derflan, Inc. is hiring: Marketing Manager in Seattle

Marketing Manager III (Paid Search – International Performance Marketing) Contract Duration: 6 months (Extension Possible) Annual Base Salary: $102,800 USD + Full Benefits Location: Seattle, WA (Hybrid / Onsite as Needed) Schedule: Full‑time, 40 hours per week Key Responsibilities Own paid search strategy and hands‑on campaign execution across international expansion markets Lead paid search go‑to‑market planning for major product launches, regional expansions, and seasonal tentpoles Manage and optimize large‑scale paid search budgets to drive efficiency and performance Execute with strong attention to detail while maintaining speed and bias for action Performance Analysis & Optimization Analyze campaign performance, derive insights, and translate data into actionable recommendations Measure impact using performance metrics, testing results, and incrementality frameworks Support experimentation roadmaps to continuously improve paid search effectiveness Cross‑Functional & Agency Collaboration Serve as primary point of contact for external agencies and paid search vendors Partner closely with internal teams across marketing, analytics, finance, and business stakeholders Communicate complex issues, dependencies, and trade‑offs clearly to senior partners Additional Contributions Support SEO improvement initiatives in partnership with search and content teams Contribute to organizational transitions and handovers during periods of change Basic Qualifications 6+ years of digital marketing experience, with 4+ years focused on Paid Search (strategy and hands‑on execution) Prior experience as an FTE or contractor at Amazon, Microsoft, Google, or Meta (required) Experience managing large paid advertising budgets (> $1M annually) across platforms such as Google Ads, Microsoft/Bing Ads, Amazon Ads, Apple Search, or similar Strong Excel skills, including data manipulation, VLOOKUPs, PivotTables, and performance analysis Proven experience using data and metrics to drive optimization and business decisions Experience presenting insights and recommendations to senior leadership Ability to manage competing priorities and make informed trade‑off decisions in a fast‑paced environment Preferred Qualifications Google Ads Certification (strongly preferred) Experience running SEM campaigns across multiple countries and languages Experience with A/B testing, marketing measurement, ROI, lifetime value, or incrementality analysis Familiarity with paid search management tools such as Google Ads Editor, Microsoft Ads Editor, Skai (Kenshoo), SA360, Marin, or similar platforms Media, entertainment, or subscription‑based services experience SEO experience is a plus Proven ability to thrive in ambiguous, high‑change environments Why This Role Is Compelling Lead international paid search for high‑visibility global initiatives Own strategy and execution across multiple markets with significant budget responsibility Gain hands‑on experience with advanced performance marketing tools and methodologies Work in a collaborative, data‑driven environment with direct exposure to senior stakeholders Strong potential for extension and long‑term impact Derflan is a boutique consulting firm supporting some of the world’s most innovative technology companies. We place experienced professionals into meaningful roles where they can drive measurable impact. With competitive benefits, a collaborative culture, and a focus on consultant success, Derflan has built a trusted reputation across the technology consulting ecosystem. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Marketing and Project Management Industries Business Consulting and Services, Technology, Information and Media Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr