Senior SEA Manager (Google Ads / Performance Marketing)Location:Stuttgart, GermanyWork Setup:Mainly on-site (1 day/week home office)Contract:Full-time, permanentTravel:Occasional business trips within Germany (~10%, covered by company)The RoleLead and develop a growing SEA (Google Ads) team in a performance-driven digital agency environment focused on e-commerce clients. Own client strategy, campaign performance, and team development. This is a key leadership role with direct impact on high-profile projects and company growth.Your Key ResponsibilitiesLead, coach, and grow the SEA team (currently 3 people)Shape the agency's SEA strategy and service offeringManage complex Google Ads campaigns for e-commerce clientsAnalyze and optimize performance (ROAS, CPA, Conversion Rate, budgets)Present strategies and results to clients, including C-level and pitchesOversee campaign setup, tracking, and project workflowsCollaborate closely with SEO, Social Ads, Design, and Analytics teamsHire, onboard, and develop SEA talentMust-Have Experience3–6 years in Google Ads / SEA, with at least 1–2 years focused on e-commerceLeadership experience (formal or informal), team responsibility preferredHands-on expertise with: Google Ads, GA4, Tag Manager, Merchant Center Conversion tracking incl. Datalayer, server/client-side setupsStrong communicator, client-facing, and team-collaborativeFluent German (C1+) and solid English (B2+)Strategic thinker with structured, solution-oriented mindsetNice to HaveExperience with international campaigns or clientsFamiliar with Shopify, Triple Whale, Microsoft AdsStrong G-Suite/Excel skillsYou'll Fit If You Are…Ambitious, results-driven, and proactiveAnalytical with a clear, structured way of workingA natural leader and team motivatorCurious, open to feedback, and fast to learnExcited to grow in a high-performance agency with real ownershipWhat's OfferedSalary:€50,000 – €70,000 gross/year Bonus possible in the future Individual training budget & conference attendance E-Gym Wellpass for fitness/well-being Free Deutschlandticket or parking in central Stuttgart JobRad bike leasing program Apple hardware, ergonomic workplace Modern office with rooftop terrace, strong learning culture 40h/week (32h negotiable), 25 days vacation (negotiable)Team & SetupReports to executive/managementDirect leadership of 3 SEA specialists (growing team)Works closely with SEO, Paid Social, Design, and Data/AnalyticsHigh visibility and responsibility from day oneWhy This Role?Step up into team leadership or Head of roleClear growth path, both strategic and people leadershipVisible, high-impact role in a growing agency with strong clientsBest suited for senior SEA experts ready for more responsibility