Senior Level Head of Paid Media Jobs
Senior level head of paid media jobs place experienced professionals in full ownership of paid strategy, budget allocation, and the cross-channel teams and vendors executing campaigns at scale. Roles are concentrated across Automotive, Staffing & Recruiting, and Technology & Software, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote positions, and employers like Goodyear, LinkedIn, and Stripe hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
A specialty retailer is seeking an interim Senior Paid Media Manager to lead a $6M+ annual media program through the holiday season. This hands-on role will drive customer acquisition across retail stores and eCommerce while partnering closely with senior leadership and an agency team.
ROLE
Position: Senior Paid Media Manager, full-time contract with potential for temp-to-hire.
Location: San Diego, CA; hybrid with three days onsite. If converted to permanent, five days onsite.
Key skills:
- 7+ years in paid media, retail store traffic and eCommerce acquisition, hands-on Google and Meta ads, GA4, budget pacing, and agency management.
What You’ll Own
- Manage and pace campaigns across Google, Meta, TikTok, Reddit, and affiliate channels, prioritizing store traffic and eCommerce acquisition.
- Track daily spend, revenue, ROAS, and acquisition costs; provide weekly recommendations to leadership.
- Direct the performance agency, coordinate budget approvals and accruals, and brief creative requests.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Must-Have Experience
- Ownership of multimillion-dollar paid media budgets and holiday campaigns.
- Proven results with local and geo-targeted campaigns, store-visit measurement, and geo testing.
- Hands-on Google Ads and Meta Ads Manager experience, plus working knowledge of TikTok, Reddit, and affiliate programs.
- Advanced GA4, daily reporting in Excel or Google Sheets, and clear communication with senior leadership.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Nice to Have
- Omnichannel or specialty retail experience, particularly athletic, footwear, or running.
- Offline conversion and store sales measurement, customer-match lists, Tableau, Looker, or SQL.
First 30 Days
- Build a daily performance and pacing report, develop a holiday spend plan, and establish weekly recommendations and an agency budget approval process.
INTRODUCTION
A specialty retailer is seeking an interim Senior Paid Media Manager to lead a $6M+ annual media program through the holiday season. This hands-on role will drive customer acquisition across retail stores and eCommerce while partnering closely with senior leadership and an agency team.
ROLE
Position: Senior Paid Media Manager, full-time contract with potential for temp-to-hire.
Location: San Diego, CA; hybrid with three days onsite. If converted to permanent, five days onsite.
Key skills:
- 7+ years in paid media, retail store traffic and eCommerce acquisition, hands-on Google and Meta ads, GA4, budget pacing, and agency management.
What You’ll Own
- Manage and pace campaigns across Google, Meta, TikTok, Reddit, and affiliate channels, prioritizing store traffic and eCommerce acquisition.
- Track daily spend, revenue, ROAS, and acquisition costs; provide weekly recommendations to leadership.
- Direct the performance agency, coordinate budget approvals and accruals, and brief creative requests.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Must-Have Experience
- Ownership of multimillion-dollar paid media budgets and holiday campaigns.
- Proven results with local and geo-targeted campaigns, store-visit measurement, and geo testing.
- Hands-on Google Ads and Meta Ads Manager experience, plus working knowledge of TikTok, Reddit, and affiliate programs.
- Advanced GA4, daily reporting in Excel or Google Sheets, and clear communication with senior leadership.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Nice to Have
- Omnichannel or specialty retail experience, particularly athletic, footwear, or running.
- Offline conversion and store sales measurement, customer-match lists, Tableau, Looker, or SQL.
First 30 Days
- Build a daily performance and pacing report, develop a holiday spend plan, and establish weekly recommendations and an agency budget approval process.
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Senior Level Head of Paid Media Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level head of paid media job?
Employers at this level look for demonstrated ownership of paid media programs, not just execution. Candidates who can show they set strategy, managed significant budgets, and led teams or agencies have the clearest edge. A strong portfolio of measurable outcomes across paid search, social, or programmatic, combined with experience influencing cross-functional stakeholders, positions you well for these roles.
Which companies hire senior level head of paid medias?
Companies hiring senior level head of paid medias right now include Goodyear, LinkedIn, and Stripe, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from growth-stage technology companies, large consumer brands, and agencies managing complex multi-channel programs for enterprise clients.
Are there remote senior level head of paid media jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and industry. About 71% of senior level head of paid media openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader flexibility in marketing leadership roles. Some positions with significant agency or vendor oversight still prefer on-site or hybrid arrangements to support collaboration and stakeholder access.
What makes a head of paid media role senior level?
Senior level head of paid media roles are defined by strategic ownership rather than task execution. These positions involve setting the paid media vision, owning performance outcomes across channels, managing and developing team members, and advising executive or cross-functional leadership. The scope extends beyond campaign management to include budget governance, vendor relationships, and aligning paid media investment with broader business objectives.
Which industries hire the most senior level head of paid medias?
Senior Level head of paid media roles concentrate in Automotive, Staffing & Recruiting, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors invest heavily in performance-driven customer acquisition, making experienced paid media leadership a consistent hiring priority at the senior level.