Paid Media Manager (m/f/d)

Description

We are looking for a Paid Media Manager (m/f/d) for an 18-month fixed-term contract in Munich or Berlin to support the planning and implementation for a key client in various European markets.

We are We Are Social – a global, socially-led creative Agency with over 1,300 employees in 17 offices worldwide. We offer our clients a global perspective in a time when social media shapes culture.

We create "Ideas worth talking about" - across all channels and for various target groups. We don't just look for the latest online trends, but develop a deep understanding of zeitgeist and pop culture, ensuring ideas that are worth talking about. We understand social behaviors within online communities, cultures, and subcultures that span the entire social landscape. Our clients in Germany include AUDI AG, Mercedes-Benz Trucks, and Müller. We Are Social is part of the Plus Company.

In this role, your focus will be on the daily implementation of the paid media strategy to ensure excellence and performance, with the goal of creating real value for our clients and We Are Social. You will work closely with the extended media team and a Senior Media Manager to develop, optimize, and consistently implement best practices for full-funnel paid media.

Requirements

What does the role involve?

• Implementation and support in the development of integrated media strategies and cross-channel media plans that support business goals across the entire funnel – from brand awareness to conversions.
• Cross-departmental collaboration to realize campaigns of high quality and measurable success.
• Responsibility for the flawless setup, maintenance, and optimization of campaigns using current industry standards.
• Support in building and maintaining strong relationships with clients in daily business.
• Promotion of innovation and experimentation by exploring new platforms, technologies, and channels to identify potential for better campaign performance early on.
• Contribution to the optimization of internal processes and efficient working methods within the team.
• Support in building and maintaining relationships with publishers and providers to ensure the use of the latest advertising products and technologies.

What are we looking for?

• 2–4 years of practical experience in Paid Media with sound knowledge of the Paid Media and E-commerce sector – across various channels, goals, and strategies.
• Proven experience in implementing multi-channel and multi-objective campaigns, especially in Paid Social, for both awareness and performance goals.
• Experience in budget control and optimization of campaigns to achieve KPIs such as reach, brand awareness, ROAS, or revenue.
• Good knowledge of key social platforms, including Meta, TikTok, YouTube, Snapchat, and Pinterest.
• Cooperative and proactive work style, with the ability to manage tasks independently and work cross-functionally.
• Strong understanding of Digital Analytics and Performance measurement, combined with the ability to effectively use data for optimization and reporting.
• Proven experience in the flawless and error-free implementation of digital campaigns.
• Good understanding of how media and creative assets interact to enable successful campaigns.

Benefits

*Why should you be part of our team?*

Vibrant Team Spirit: We consciously carry the adjective "social" in our name and live a strong team spirit and an open corporate culture with flat hierarchies where your voice counts!

Exciting Projects with International Reach: We work on digital projects that set standards! Our clients come from B2C and B2B environments and are both local and international players.

Globally Connected and Locally Rooted: Our teams in Munich and Kreuzberg benefit from sustainable knowledge exchange with WAS locations worldwide and are at home in the Glockenbachviertel and Kreuzberg.

Flexibility - Yes please!: Hybrid work for us combines the advantages of home office with those of working in the office. That's why we have opted for a 2/3 split, meaning that for 40 hours, we work at least 2 days on-site with our colleagues and 3 days in the home office. But that's not all! We are also big fans of remote work. That's why you have the opportunity to work remotely for 20 days within Germany and another 20 days within Europe. So, if you're not a big fan of the German winter, join us and you can enjoy this time in Portugal or Greece.

More Benefits for You: Because we know how important well-being is and we simply love benefits, we offer you more than just the standard. Enjoy 2 additional Health Days, Menstrual Leave, a free day on your birthday, a cooperation with Urban Sports Club, the Deutschlandticket, a membership with OpenUp, and much more.