Head of Paid Media Strategy [CLOSED]

Welcome to Crush (soon-to-be-formerly MAR Partners), a premium Amazon agency that combines the excitement of a fast-growing startup with the passion for helping Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) / Shopify First brands thrive. Crush handles the full spectrum of Amazon channel management, offering its clients a streamlined, data-driven, and cost-effective solution that lets their brands shine brightly in the Amazon realm.

Although new in the market, Crush is already making waves. Its growth trajectory is nothing short of stellar. Having expanded its clientele from 2 to 15 in just three short months, the Crush team are fueled by their success and eyeing even greater horizons. They see a future bursting with opportunities, not just for themselves, but also for those who will join them in this thrilling journey.

Crush consists of a compact but robust team of eight, stationed across the US and India, each contributing their unique skills to the collective success. At Crush, the team believes in working hard and smart, with a culture built on flexibility, open communication, and a bias towards action. They strive for a learning-centric environment that pushes everyone to be the best version of themselves, no matter where they are. If you're ready to become part of a team that values initiative and celebrates individual growth, welcome aboard!

Crush is looking for a dynamic Head of Paid Media Strategy who's ready to step into a high-impact role. This is not just a job; it's a chance to shape the business’ future by running its paid spend strategy. As suggested here, in the role of the Head of Paid Media Strategy, you'll take the lead on managing the paid media spending, developing and implementing strategies, conducting strategy calls with clients, and coordinating reporting. These crucial tasks will shape the growth path, making you an essential part of the Crush family.

Crush is looking for someone who's ready to hire and lead a team of strategists, interface with the clients, and coordinate the reporting. Therefore, the purpose of this role is vital to the company’s trajectory. As the Head of Paid Media Strategy, you will be a part of the leadership team, holding a pivotal position that's fully responsible for managing paid spending. Your strategic insight and execution skills will have a direct effect on the growth and success of the business. If you're ready to embrace increased responsibility and opportunities for growth and ownership, this is the place for you.

More specifically, in this role, you will:

• 🎯 Dictate the direction of the PPC strategies, aligning them with the needs of the clients to drive optimal results.
• 💡Manage the execution of these PPC strategies, ensuring that every plan is implemented efficiently and effectively.
• 📊 Regularly report on the outcomes of the paid initiatives, offering clear insights and actionable data that can guide future strategies.
• ☎️ Attend client calls, maintaining open lines of communication and fostering strong relationships with the clients.
• 🚀 Coordinate product launches, playing a key role in the introduction of new offerings to the market, and ensuring that each launch achieves maximum impact.

The team wants you to hit the ground running and set the pace for success. For the first 1-2 months, you'll work closely with the current paid team to understand our strategy, the brand management techniques, and the technology stack. This period will also offer you the chance to adjust your strategy and introduce the technologies you deem necessary. In this role, you will grow and manage your own team. Your key interactions will be with the CEO and our Director of Brand Management. Collaboration and communication will be key to your daily routine.

Crush looking for a self-starter who is always ready to take action and initiative. The ideal candidate is data-driven, eloquent, possesses strong communication skills, has a solid work ethic, and has an infectious sense of humour! The team values excitement for learning and personal growth.

Therefore, in order to succeed in this role, you will need to have:

• 💼 A strong track record managing paid strategies on Amazon for multiple brands, indicating a deep understanding of Amazon Advertising.
• 📊 An analytical background, able to derive actionable insights from a myriad of data points.
• 💡 Familiarity with various Amazon-oriented software solutions, demonstrating a keen sense of the digital tools available to enhance our strategies.
• 🖥️ Proficiency in Excel and data analysis, essential for crafting and adjusting strategies based on performance data.
• 🚀 Experience in 3rd-party selling on Amazon, showcasing a well-rounded understanding of the Amazon ecosystem.
• 👥 An aptitude for team management, reporting, and analysis, crucial for the effective execution of your role and the growth of your team.

It would be nice (but not essential) if you also have experience beyond the above. While the company values deep knowledge in managing Amazon Advertising, they believe in the capacity to nurture your skills in other areas as well.

What’s in it for you?

• 💰Competitive monthly salary: Earn $4,000 - $6,000* per month, depending on your experience.
• 📅 Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, with a flexible schedule but must overlap at least 5 hours with US EST between 8 am and 1 pm ET for seamless & effective communication and teamwork.
• 💡Professional Development: Crush is committed to your growth. Show your expertise and take ownership, and you'll see salary increases. They are also open to investing in your learning, be it through courses or software.
• 📈 Career Advancement: You won't hit a ceiling with Crush. As you grow and develop, so do the opportunities for advancement in your role.
• 🌍 Location Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom to work from wherever you are, as long as you get the work done. The team values results over clock-watching.
• 🌱 Culture: The company has an amazing culture that pushes everyone to be better. They value clear communication, initiative, a strong work ethic, and of course, a sense of humour.
• 🚀 Unique Client Exposure: Get the chance to work with incredible brands doing tens of millions in revenue. Learning from and working with such high-profile brands is a unique opportunity that will propel your professional growth.

*Please note that this is a gross salary and that you are responsible for any tax-related procedures in your country of residence. We kindly ask you to apply only if you are happy to work remotely as an independent contractor.

This job opening is actively seeking the perfect candidate and will close once found. To ensure your application is considered, take the time to carefully read the job description and submit a high-quality application that stands out.

JobRack has been contracted by Crush to support them in their hiring process on their behalf.

As part of this, the JobRack team has gained a full understanding of the needs of Crush and will review, filter, screen and test candidates in line with this.

Candidates that best meet the needs of Crush will be submitted as part of a final shortlist. Feedback will be provided throughout the process.

At the request of Crush applications for this position must be submitted through JobRack and direct contact with the employer is not desired. If you have any questions, please contact JobRack at: john@jobrack.eu

The hiring process for this position will include the following steps:

1. Completing the application form on JobRack.
2. Recording a short video introduction of yourself.
3. If shortlisted, completing test tasks.
4. Attending video interviews to discuss your previous experience and the new role in more detail.

In case you are applying for a full-time role: Please note that this position requires 100% commitment and is not suitable for those seeking a side job, freelance work, or part-time employment. It is important to only apply if you intend this to be your primary and only full-time job. Any attempts to work multiple full-time jobs without the knowledge of your employer may result in termination and a ban from applying to other jobs on the JobRack site.

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