Director PPC (f/m/d) - Online Advertising

Das ist der Job

We firmly believe that work and fun are compatible, and offer you the right environment for this.

Darum lohnt es sich

At IONOS, the leading European provider of cloud infrastructure, cloud services and hosting services, you will work together with a wide range of teams. We are characterized by open structures, a friendly working culture and flat hierarchies with a strong team spirit.

Smart P&L Ownership : Manage multi-million EUR budgets using AI forecasting to shift capital dynamically across international markets. AI-Native Culture : Lead an international team that uses Generative AI and automated workflows to eliminate manual tasks and focus on creative strategy.

Qualifications PPC Leadership: at least 7 years of experience in Performance Marketing, with 3 years leading teams and managing annual budgets over €10M. International Scope: Proven ability to manage multi-market and multi-language campaigns.

AI-First Leadership: You don't just use AI tools; you foster a team culture of experimentation—moving from manual tasks to the strategic oversight of automated systems. Modern office space near Berlin Ostkreuz with great transportation connections. Our constant growth means that we are always looking for new colleagues.

Become part of IONOS and grow with us. We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of PPC to lead our paid advertising efforts across all IONOS Group brands. This is a high-impact leadership role managing significant budgets and driving customer acquisition at scale across multiple channels and geographies.

Responsibilities AI-First Roadmap : Lead a global PPC strategy centered on AI automation and predictive modeling to scale acquisition across SEA, Social, and Display. Real-Time Intelligence : Deploy AI-driven competitive analysis to adapt instantly to local market shifts and global regulations.

Unified Growth Engine : Partner with SEO, Content, and Data Science to build an AI-supported ecosystem connecting brand visibility to performance data. Full-Funnel AI : Drive AI adoption beyond bidding—integrating it into creative production, personalized landing pages, and advanced BI attribution.

Iterative Transformation : Lead a "test-and-learn" culture that treats AI as a strategic partner to identify emerging platforms and top-tier campaign structures. Platform Expertise: Strong, hands-on knowledge of Google Ads and Microsoft Advertising, plus experience scaling Social (Meta, LinkedIn), Display, and YouTube.

Fluent English (C1/C2) is a must; other languages are a plus. Background: A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field. Strategic Business Sense: You understand how PPC impacts the bottom line and can explain complex data to stakeholders in a clear, actionable way.

Effective Communication: You can bridge the gap between technical AI topics and broader business goals, keeping everyone aligned in a fast-paced environment. Hands-on & Results-Driven: You are a data-driven problem solver who balances a "big picture" strategy with a practical, results-oriented approach.

Flexible working hours through trust-based working hours. At some locations a subsidized canteen and various free drinks. Various employee discounts for activities and products. Employee events such as summer and winter parties, as well as workshops. Numerous training and development opportunities.

Various health offers, such as sports and health courses. #J-18808-Ljbffr