Paid Media Manager Jobs

Discover Paid Media Manager opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more on Ladders. These professionals plan, launch, and optimize paid advertising campaigns across search engines, social networks, programmatic platforms, and other digital channels. Browse vetted openings for experienced marketers ready to lead investment strategy, improve campaign performance, and connect advertising spend to business growth.

What Does a Paid Media Manager Do?

Paid Media Managers oversee the strategy and execution of paid digital campaigns. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include managing budgets, selecting channels and audiences, guiding creative testing, analyzing performance, and sharing recommendations with marketing and executive teams. They often collaborate with brand, growth, analytics, sales, and agency partners.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with paid search and paid social platforms, campaign measurement, budget management, audience targeting, testing, and reporting. Strong candidates can interpret performance data, communicate insights clearly, and adjust plans as business goals and market conditions change. Familiarity with analytics tools, attribution approaches, and marketing automation may also be valuable.

Career Opportunities in Paid Media

Paid media roles span industries and company sizes, from in-house marketing teams to agencies and technology businesses. Experienced managers may advance into director-level positions, performance marketing leadership, growth marketing, or broader digital marketing roles. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, industries, and opportunities that match your experience.

Find Paid Media Manager Jobs on Ladders

Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Explore Paid Media Manager listings and discover opportunities where you can apply your advertising expertise to high-impact campaigns and business objectives.

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$135K - $159K *

Unlock potential by driving client outreach and proposals, converting new partners to the platform. Own complex sales cycles, build executive relationships, and leverage AI-driven strategies to enhanc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $130K *

Optimize digital shopping experiences by leading Homepage and Navigation initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive testing, feature execution, and actionable insights, enhancing cu...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $160K *

Lead the development of a comprehensive data strategy, focusing on modern architecture and tools. Drive real-time insights and decision-making while managing a high-performing team to enhance the orga...

Glendale, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative social marketing strategies to elevate brand presence across diverse platforms. Lead paid and organic campaigns, leveraging creative insights to drive owner acquisition and engageme...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Transform the paid social landscape by leading a high-performing team to develop and execute innovative marketing strategies that drive revenue and profit across diverse categories in a dynamic enviro...

Ontario, CARemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of financial planning and analysis efforts, driving insights and process improvements to enhance business performance as we support a rapidly growing, innovative dental technology compa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $106K *

Drive impactful digital video strategies and optimize campaigns across programmatic and direct publisher environments, focusing on CTV and streaming. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$98K - $170K *

Elevate your career by driving federal sales growth across defense and civilian sectors. Own the full sales cycle, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and build lasting relationships to deliver i...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive integrated marketing strategies that elevate brand presence and engagement. Collaborate with leadership to create compelling content, manage digital initiatives, and execute successful campaigns...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $105K *

Deliver impactful marketing campaigns that drive growth and engagement. Collaborate across teams to create cohesive strategies, leveraging AI tools to optimize workflows and enhance productivity in a...

CanadaRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $130K *

Drive cross-marketplace operational excellence by managing global projects, enhancing seller support, and fostering collaboration across diverse teams to ensure seamless marketplace expansion and risk...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Drive successful client engagements by managing multiple projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring timely delivery. Leverage strong leadership and communication skills to foster collaboration and ach...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading the charge in paid social marketing strategy, building a high-performing team, and driving profitable campaigns across diverse platforms in a dynamic, fast-paced environ...

Wilmington, DERemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing cross-functional programs that enhance AI data quality and evaluation. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate product needs into actionable plans, ensuring efficient d...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by architecting a cutting-edge digital growth engine. Drive enterprise lead generation through innovative strategies, leveraging AI and data analytics to optimize performance and m...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

Drive commercial growth by managing and enhancing relationships with distribution partners across North America. Collaborate cross-functionally to execute strategies, improve performance, and ensure e...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower product excellence by connecting teams and building systems that ensure reliability and efficiency. Drive customer insights, streamline operations, and enhance product launches in a hands-on...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by managing clinical trial project setups and amendments. Collaborate with teams to ensure client requirements are met, while serving as a subject matter expert to enhance process eff...

Johnson City, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $262K *

Shape the future of social and community engagement by leading innovative strategies that connect audiences, amplify brand voice, and foster deep engagement through creative campaigns and cross-functi...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $141K *

Join a team that's building an AI-ready data foundation for marketing and GTM. You'll design, govern, and analyze data models, ensuring reliable insights for strategic decision-making across the organ...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$292K - $409K *

Lead innovative technical strategies for ML systems, enhancing feature development, training data, and performance. Collaborate across teams to streamline the ML engineer lifecycle, from experimentati...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $130K *

Unlock growth in the food and nutraceutical sector by managing customer relationships, executing sales strategies, and driving market analysis to achieve sales goals and foster sustainable business de...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at our financial reporting function by leading compliance, ensuring accurate statements, and mentoring a skilled team. Drive technical accounting excellence and support executive d...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$136K - $204K *

Transform enterprise marketing by owning ABM strategy, driving pipeline growth, and executing tailored campaigns. Collaborate cross-functionally to engage key accounts and achieve revenue targets thro...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $110K *

Lead the charge in building strategic partnerships with corporate clients, driving educational solutions that enhance employee development and engagement. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure cli...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Paid Media Manager do?question toggle

    A Paid Media Manager plans and manages paid advertising campaigns across channels such as search, social, and programmatic. The role typically includes budget oversight, audience and channel strategy, testing, performance analysis, and reporting.

  • What skills are important for Paid Media Manager jobs?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include paid search and social campaign management, budget planning, data analysis, performance reporting, audience targeting, experimentation, and clear communication. Specific platform and analytics requirements vary by employer.

  • What types of companies hire Paid Media Managers?question toggle

    Paid Media Managers work in a wide range of organizations, including in-house marketing teams, agencies, ecommerce companies, technology firms, and other businesses that invest in digital advertising.

  • What career paths can follow a Paid Media Manager role?question toggle

    Experienced Paid Media Managers may progress to director or head-of-paid-media roles, performance or growth marketing leadership, or broader digital marketing positions, depending on their experience and organization.

  • How can I find Paid Media Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Paid Media Manager listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for compensation details, responsibilities, and qualifications.