Über diese Search Media Buyer Stelle bei Basis

Basis · Remote · United States

WHO WE ARE

At Basis, we empower agencies and brands with cutting-edge software that automates digital media operations. Our all-in-one platform supports seamless planning, reporting, and financial reconciliation across direct, programmatic, search, and social media.

We’re not just building advanced technology; we’re also building a culture where passionate, motivated individuals come together to drive meaningful change. Our commitment to inclusivity and growth ensures our employees thrive both professionally and personally.

With our headquarters in Chicago, we offer flexible work options across the U.S. and Canada, including remote, hybrid, or on-site at headquarters.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Media Investment team is a skilled group of individuals supporting Agencies and Brands with strategic media buying across DSP, Search, Social, and Direct channels. The Media Investment team is agile, solutions-oriented, and focused on campaign performance metrics. Support spans both managed service and self-service customers who are looking for experienced buying support for positive business results.

WAYS YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE

The Search Investment practice is a subset of individuals with specialized expertise working inside self-serve platforms as well as Basis' own technology. The Search Media Buyer is responsible for owning and executing search media investment, serving as the day-to-day buying lead while partnering closely with Integrated Client Solutions, Analytics, Ad Operations, and Sales. This role blends strong executional rigor with strategic thinking, proactive communication, and accountability for campaign performance, quality, and process adherence. Buyers commonly work across Google, YouTube, Bing, Walmart, Amazon and other self-serve platforms. Responsibilities include:

Execute and optimize search campaigns against defined performance goals.

Translate client objectives into clear buying and optimization strategies.

Partner cross-functionally to ensure campaign quality and process adherence.

Deliver insights, recommendations, and proactive client communication to showcase a strong understanding of the paid search landscape and the latest products, solutions, consumer behaviors, and best practices.

Leverage Basis tools and AI to improve efficiency and consistency

Follow established processes and collaborate smoothly across teams.

Test new strategies and tactics, adopt a growth mindset, and provide visibility into optimizations and results for cross-functional teams

Develop strong problem solving abilities to identify and troubleshoot technical issues with creative, tactics, URL’s, pixels, ad management platforms, and other campaign settings when necessary (this may include adopting new processes or workflow modifications to ensure accountability)

Invest in learning and sharing knowledge that strengthens the team.

Adopt and help improve Basis features and best practices.

Client-facing and in-person support is required, as needed, to maintain customer needs and remain committed to training

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

2+ years of search buying experience

Strong optimization, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, under tight deadlines

Familiarity with first-party and third-party data and tagging/pixel placement

Advanced Excel proficiency

Strong critical and strategic thinking

Precise attention to detail

Commitment to creating inclusive, respectful environments where all voices are valued and supported.

Thoughtful approach to collaboration, design, and decision-making that prioritizes equity, access, and continuous learning.

BONUS POINTS

Experience in an agency setting

Google Ads certified

Experience or exposure to DSP and Social media buying

Bachelor’s degree preferred

AI enablement/automation experience

Integrity in Hiring

At Basis, integrity is at the core of how we hire. To protect our candidates and our company, we verify identity, education, and employment history for all hires. Some roles may also require onsite or in-person interviews as part of the process. Any misrepresentation of identity, experience, or skills may result in removal from the hiring process or termination of employment. We value transparency and authenticity and expect the same from every applicant.

Anything Else?

Don’t have every skill listed? No problem! We know experience can be built in many ways. If you have relevant skills that aren't reflected in your resume, we encourage you to share them in an optional cover letter.

Life With Basis

We’re committed to our people’s growth and well-being because our success is tied to theirs. That’s why we’ve earned recognition as a top workplace, including: Ad Age, #1 Best Places to Work, WorkLife's #1 Most Committed to Work Life Balance, and the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces in Chicago. We offer competitive perks, including a flexible work week, 401k/RRSP matching, mental health support, paid sabbaticals, generous parental leave, flexible work options, and more.

Basis is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate all team members regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race or cultural background, religion, disability, age, and beyond.

If you need assistance with interview accessibility, please contact talent.acquisition@basis.com. Your privacy is important to us, view our policy here.

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