SEM Manager

Role Overview

• Work with the Sr. SEM Manager to help lead day-to-day campaign management, ensuring all campaign objectives are met through analyzing performance and making data-driven optimizations
• Manage budget pacing to ensure campaigns are on target for monthly budgets and performance goals
• Lead the development and launch of campaigns across Google, Bing, GDN, and YouTube
• Proactively identify and pursue opportunities to scale successful campaigns and optimize underperforming ones
• Use advanced analytics and data-driven decision making to inform budget allocation and targeting strategies
• Lead overall account audits to determine what restructures, expansions, and optimizations can be made to improve performance
• Continuously monitor and apply industry developments, emerging trends, and best practices in paid search advertising
• Provide guidance and support to Analyst and Coordinator, helping them develop their skills and improve campaign outcomes
• Create and implement robust A/B testing frameworks to continuously optimize campaign performance
• Assist with reporting insights and ensure quality of final reporting deliverables

Requirements

• Fluent in English
• 3+ years experience in a PPC performance marketing role
• Managed budgets of $250,000/mo+ in Google Ads
• Advanced knowledge and in-depth experience with Google Ads
• Ability to clearly and effectively articulate thoughts and points with strong verbal and written communication skills
• High levels of integrity, autonomy, and self-motivation. A natural inclination to move things forward
• Preferred but not required: Google ad campaigns for home improvement companies

Benefits

• An incredible team and culture. We’re a high-performance, feedback-oriented, and data-driven organization where everyone is empowered to succeed. Our culture thrives on collaboration, extreme ownership, and a commitment to continuous improvement. We believe in integrity as a cornerstone of our success, making decisions that align with our principles even when it’s challenging. We celebrate winning together by supporting and lifting each other up, ensuring every victory is shared. At our core, we embrace Kaizen, the philosophy of continuous improvement, knowing that small changes can lead to extraordinary results. This is more than a workplace—it’s a place where you’ll grow, learn, and thrive alongside passionate teammates who are as invested in your success as you are.
• Be part of a rapidly scaling company that’s redefining performance marketing for the home improvement industry.
• Competitive compensation that reflects your expertise and contributions.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a fully remote work environment, with the option to collaborate in person at our beautiful Vaughan office whenever you need a change of pace.
• 15 days of paid time off (PTO) annually, with the freedom to use them as you see fit.
• Comprehensive group benefits, including health, dental, and more, to support your well-being.
• A company-provided MacBook and a home office budget to help you create your ideal workspace.
• Merch deliveries to help you get started and feel part of the team.
• A work abroad policy to support you when you need a fresh perspective or a new working environment.
• Opportunities to connect with #Clever teammates in person, whether at our Vaughan office, through meetups across Canada, or at company-wide events and off-sites.