Search Performance Manager [81864]
Onward Search, Hoboken, NJ, United States
Title:
Search Performance Manager (Retail Media / Paid Search) Location:
On-site in Hoboken 5 days a week
(NO REMOTE CANDIDATES!!) Contract:
Temp / W2, 40 hrs a week (9am–6pm EST) Duration:
8-9 months with a strong chance to extend and potential to convert to direct hire. Pay Range:
$48–$54/hr About the role We’re partnering with an eCommerce client to hire a
Search Performance Manager
to help analyze, optimize, and scale paid search campaigns for
1st-party suppliers . This is a highly analytical, performance-focused role where you’ll turn campaign data into clear insights and optimization recommendations that drive revenue and advertiser success. You’ll work cross-functionally with Sales, Account Management, Campaign Management, and Ad Tech/API partners to deliver measurable results and contribute feedback that supports ongoing product improvements. What you’ll do Analyze and optimize paid search campaigns to hit marketing objectives and revenue goals Build and execute search strategies aligned to best practices and advertiser KPIs Manage budgets and bids to improve efficiency and return on ad spend (ROAS) Optimize campaign structure, account configuration, and keyword targeting Run recurring and ad hoc reporting; identify trends and opportunities Translate performance data into actionable recommendations and data-driven narratives Partner with internal stakeholders to support advertiser success and campaign execution Collaborate with technical partners (API/Ad Tech) and share insights to improve performance and product experience What we’re looking for Strong paid search experience (performance marketing mindset) Advanced
Excel
and
PowerPoint
skills (reporting, analysis, presentations) Strong
data storytelling —able to explain “what happened, why, and what to do next” Experience optimizing performance-driven media campaigns in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Retail media / marketplace advertising experience is a plus Why this role Work on high-impact, performance-driven search initiatives within a major retail media ecosystem Collaborate with a team of contractors and full-time search performance managers Gain exposure to cross-functional partners across sales, operations, and ad tech
Search Performance Manager (Retail Media / Paid Search) Location:
On-site in Hoboken 5 days a week
(NO REMOTE CANDIDATES!!) Contract:
Temp / W2, 40 hrs a week (9am–6pm EST) Duration:
8-9 months with a strong chance to extend and potential to convert to direct hire. Pay Range:
$48–$54/hr About the role We’re partnering with an eCommerce client to hire a
Search Performance Manager
to help analyze, optimize, and scale paid search campaigns for
1st-party suppliers . This is a highly analytical, performance-focused role where you’ll turn campaign data into clear insights and optimization recommendations that drive revenue and advertiser success. You’ll work cross-functionally with Sales, Account Management, Campaign Management, and Ad Tech/API partners to deliver measurable results and contribute feedback that supports ongoing product improvements. What you’ll do Analyze and optimize paid search campaigns to hit marketing objectives and revenue goals Build and execute search strategies aligned to best practices and advertiser KPIs Manage budgets and bids to improve efficiency and return on ad spend (ROAS) Optimize campaign structure, account configuration, and keyword targeting Run recurring and ad hoc reporting; identify trends and opportunities Translate performance data into actionable recommendations and data-driven narratives Partner with internal stakeholders to support advertiser success and campaign execution Collaborate with technical partners (API/Ad Tech) and share insights to improve performance and product experience What we’re looking for Strong paid search experience (performance marketing mindset) Advanced
Excel
and
PowerPoint
skills (reporting, analysis, presentations) Strong
data storytelling —able to explain “what happened, why, and what to do next” Experience optimizing performance-driven media campaigns in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Retail media / marketplace advertising experience is a plus Why this role Work on high-impact, performance-driven search initiatives within a major retail media ecosystem Collaborate with a team of contractors and full-time search performance managers Gain exposure to cross-functional partners across sales, operations, and ad tech