Entry Level Paid Search Specialist Jobs
New grad paid search specialist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid roles across Retail, Marketing & Advertising, and Banking & Financial Services, with employers like QVC, Corpay, and Staples hiring at this level now.
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Location: Northbrook, Illinois
We inspire purpose-filled living that brings beauty and quality to the modern home. Together, we achieve. Associates across our business drive results, innovate, and inspire. Drawn together by our shared values and passion for our customers and our brands, we deliver home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced, and bring timeless style and function to people’s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is over 60 years in the making—and our story is still unfolding.
We’re here for it. We think you should be too.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Marketing Paid Search Specialist will be a key driver of our Search execution and optimization strategy. You will oversee a program rooted in incrementality, omni-channel lift, and algorithmic efficiency. You will manage the day-to-day operations of our Search, Shopping, PMAX, and App campaigns, translating high-level strategy into tactical excellence and leading data-driven optimizations to drive business growth.
This is an on-site role, requiring to be in the Crate HQ office Monday through Thursday with the flexibility to work remotely on Fridays.
A day in the life as a Marketing Paid Search Specialist:
- Own the end-to-end setup of Search, Shopping, and PMAX campaigns, ensuring clean execution and ongoing optimization of bids, creative and targeting strategies
- Conduct daily pacing and performance checks to ensure budgets are scaling toward monthly targets and hitting KPIs (ROI, CPA)
- Partner with Martech and Feed management team to ensure product feeds are optimized, error-free, and driving maximum visibility for high-priority categories
- Support internal weekly and monthly performance shareouts, moving beyond "what happened" to "why it happened" and identifying "what we do next" using MMM, Adobe and platform insights
- Execute A/B tests and Experiments (structure, bidding signals and strategies, copy and creative) to improve efficiency and incrementality of our programs
- Support measurement team with geo lift testing to inform MMM
- Partner closely with SEO, eCommerce, and Merchandising teams to ensure search coverage aligns with organic trends, site inventory, and broader business priorities
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What you’ll bring to the table:
- High-level "hands-on-keys" proficiency in Google Ads and Bing Ads; experience with SA360, Apple Search Ads, or Adobe Analytics is a major plus
- Proven expertise in Search and Shopping execution, including a deep understanding of auction dynamics, PMAX asset groups, and automated bidding signals
- Solid understanding of the technical side of search, including Google Merchant Center, tracking pixels, and the impact of 1P data on bidding algorithms
- A proven ability to turn raw data into actionable insights; advanced Excel expertise (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs) is non-negotiable
- A passion for proving value through structured experiments and a curiosity to find the "why" behind changes in search volume or CPCs
- Sharp focus on QA and the ability to pivot between high-level project tasks and granular keyword-level adjustments without losing accuracy
- A genuine interest in how Paid Search fits into the total omni-channel funnel and a desire to learn from a senior-led team
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
We’d love to hear from you if you have:
- 2+ years of hands-on experience in SEM/Paid Search (Agency or In-house)
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Economics, or an analytical field (or equivalent work experience)
- Good proficiency with Shopping, Search and PMAX campaigns
- Retail or ecommerce experience, omnichannel a plus
- Knowledge of feed-based advertising and optimizing for high-value, omni-channel outcomes
- Agency or Brand experience managing mid-to-large scale Paid Search budgets (enterprise-level experience preferred)
- Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and data modeling)
COMPENSATION
- Starting Rate: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00
Pay ranges will be adjusted upward as needed to comply with applicable state and local law. In addition to your salary, based on your role, associates may be eligible for other compensation including bonuses, sales incentives, and long term incentives.
Job ID R24889
Date posted 07/07/2026
Position Type Full Time
Our commitment to our associates is of the utmost importance. One of the reasons the company attracts such a diverse group of associates is that we offer a full menu of benefits that are relevant to their lives, both on and off the job. We are proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to support eligible part time and full time associates and their families, including:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Life insurance and Disability
- Retirement and 401(k) match
- Paid time off, wellness time and volunteer time
- Merchandise discount and EAP resources
- Tuition Reimbursement
Many of these benefits begin on day one, and extend to eligible dependents. To learn more about available benefits please click here.
Euromarket Designs, Inc., which does business as Crate & Barrel, Crate & Kids, CB2 and Hudson Grace, will be referred to as “the Company”. The Company is deeply committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the location you are applying to here and ask to speak with a manager regarding the nature of your request.
The Company is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
The Company participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the US.
State / City Compliance: The Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Job Applicant Privacy: For details about how the Company collects and uses your personal information, please see our Job Applicant Privacy & Communications Notice.
Questions? Please reach out to careers@crateandbarrel.com
Location: Northbrook, Illinois
We inspire purpose-filled living that brings beauty and quality to the modern home. Together, we achieve. Associates across our business drive results, innovate, and inspire. Drawn together by our shared values and passion for our customers and our brands, we deliver home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced, and bring timeless style and function to people’s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is over 60 years in the making—and our story is still unfolding.
We’re here for it. We think you should be too.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Marketing Paid Search Specialist will be a key driver of our Search execution and optimization strategy. You will oversee a program rooted in incrementality, omni-channel lift, and algorithmic efficiency. You will manage the day-to-day operations of our Search, Shopping, PMAX, and App campaigns, translating high-level strategy into tactical excellence and leading data-driven optimizations to drive business growth.
This is an on-site role, requiring to be in the Crate HQ office Monday through Thursday with the flexibility to work remotely on Fridays.
A day in the life as a Marketing Paid Search Specialist:
- Own the end-to-end setup of Search, Shopping, and PMAX campaigns, ensuring clean execution and ongoing optimization of bids, creative and targeting strategies
- Conduct daily pacing and performance checks to ensure budgets are scaling toward monthly targets and hitting KPIs (ROI, CPA)
- Partner with Martech and Feed management team to ensure product feeds are optimized, error-free, and driving maximum visibility for high-priority categories
- Support internal weekly and monthly performance shareouts, moving beyond "what happened" to "why it happened" and identifying "what we do next" using MMM, Adobe and platform insights
- Execute A/B tests and Experiments (structure, bidding signals and strategies, copy and creative) to improve efficiency and incrementality of our programs
- Support measurement team with geo lift testing to inform MMM
- Partner closely with SEO, eCommerce, and Merchandising teams to ensure search coverage aligns with organic trends, site inventory, and broader business priorities
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What you’ll bring to the table:
- High-level "hands-on-keys" proficiency in Google Ads and Bing Ads; experience with SA360, Apple Search Ads, or Adobe Analytics is a major plus
- Proven expertise in Search and Shopping execution, including a deep understanding of auction dynamics, PMAX asset groups, and automated bidding signals
- Solid understanding of the technical side of search, including Google Merchant Center, tracking pixels, and the impact of 1P data on bidding algorithms
- A proven ability to turn raw data into actionable insights; advanced Excel expertise (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs) is non-negotiable
- A passion for proving value through structured experiments and a curiosity to find the "why" behind changes in search volume or CPCs
- Sharp focus on QA and the ability to pivot between high-level project tasks and granular keyword-level adjustments without losing accuracy
- A genuine interest in how Paid Search fits into the total omni-channel funnel and a desire to learn from a senior-led team
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
We’d love to hear from you if you have:
- 2+ years of hands-on experience in SEM/Paid Search (Agency or In-house)
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Economics, or an analytical field (or equivalent work experience)
- Good proficiency with Shopping, Search and PMAX campaigns
- Retail or ecommerce experience, omnichannel a plus
- Knowledge of feed-based advertising and optimizing for high-value, omni-channel outcomes
- Agency or Brand experience managing mid-to-large scale Paid Search budgets (enterprise-level experience preferred)
- Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and data modeling)
COMPENSATION
- Starting Rate: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00
Pay ranges will be adjusted upward as needed to comply with applicable state and local law. In addition to your salary, based on your role, associates may be eligible for other compensation including bonuses, sales incentives, and long term incentives.
Job ID R24889
Date posted 07/07/2026
Position Type Full Time
Our commitment to our associates is of the utmost importance. One of the reasons the company attracts such a diverse group of associates is that we offer a full menu of benefits that are relevant to their lives, both on and off the job. We are proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to support eligible part time and full time associates and their families, including:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Life insurance and Disability
- Retirement and 401(k) match
- Paid time off, wellness time and volunteer time
- Merchandise discount and EAP resources
- Tuition Reimbursement
Many of these benefits begin on day one, and extend to eligible dependents. To learn more about available benefits please click here.
Euromarket Designs, Inc., which does business as Crate & Barrel, Crate & Kids, CB2 and Hudson Grace, will be referred to as “the Company”. The Company is deeply committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the location you are applying to here and ask to speak with a manager regarding the nature of your request.
The Company is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
The Company participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the US.
State / City Compliance: The Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Job Applicant Privacy: For details about how the Company collects and uses your personal information, please see our Job Applicant Privacy & Communications Notice.
Questions? Please reach out to careers@crateandbarrel.com
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Entry Level Paid Search Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level paid search specialist job?
Entry level paid search specialist roles typically look for candidates who can show hands-on experience with Google Ads or Meta Ads, even from coursework, internships, or personal projects. Google Ads certification strengthens your application at this stage. Employers also value familiarity with keyword research, A/B testing basics, and reading performance data. A portfolio showing real campaigns, however small, gives you a concrete edge over candidates who only list skills.
Which companies hire entry level paid search specialists?
Companies hiring entry level paid search specialists right now include QVC, Corpay, and Staples, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a wide range of employers, including digital marketing agencies, in-house brand teams, and fast-growing e-commerce companies that bring on junior talent to support paid media operations.
Are there remote entry level paid search specialist jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid options are a real part of this market. About 100% of entry level paid search specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, making this a field where new graduates are not limited to their immediate geography. Filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate lets you see which openings match your location preference.
Are these new grad paid search specialist jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior paid search specialist roles. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes candidates with zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or freelance work in place of full-time history, or calls out a portfolio as sufficient. If the listing mentions training, mentorship, or entry level explicitly, it is designed for candidates starting out.
Which industries hire the most entry level paid search specialists?
Entry Level paid search specialist roles concentrate in Retail, Marketing & Advertising, and Banking & Financial Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive junior hiring because they run high-volume paid campaigns that need dedicated support, making them strong starting points for candidates looking to build real-world experience quickly.