Client Growth Strategy Manager, MarTech at CJ | Chicago, IL | $75K/yr – $108K/yr

Client Growth Strategy Manager, MarTech

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

$75K/yr – $108K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 1 month ago

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Job Summary

Own Connected Commerce strategy across affiliate, commerce media and retail networks, turning client goals into integrated plans and earning senior buy‑in for long‑term growth.

Own growth planning, budget strategy, and channel investments across the ecosystem.
Translate business goals into an aligned roadmap with investment, activation, and measurement.
Partner with Media, Investment, Operations and other Lines of Business to ensure coordinated execution.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Own the Connected Commerce strategy for assigned clients, spanning affiliate, commerce media, retail media networks, display, leads, and emerging performance channels.
Translate client business goals into integrated growth strategies that drive incremental revenue and efficiency—not just channel performance.
Develop clear strategic roadmaps that align investment, activation, and measurement to client objectives.
Elevate conversations within the client organization, gaining buy‑in from senior stakeholders and positioning CJ as a long‑term growth partner.
Lead strategic moments including quarterly planning, business reviews, and growth planning sessions with clarity and confidence.
Own growth planning, budget strategy, and channel investment recommendations across the Connected Commerce ecosystem.
Balance ambition with practicality—bringing bold ideas while grounding recommendations in clear business rationale.
Partner closely with Media, Investment, Operations and other essential Lines of Business to ensure strategic intent translates into effective, integrated execution.
Provide clear strategic context and direction so partner teams can execute efficiently and confidently.
Are trusted by clients to guide both near‑term performance and long‑term strategy

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or commensurate work experience
5 plus years of experience working in a marketing role-ideally digital performance marketing
Strong written and verbal communication and relationship skills
Proficient knowledge of the Microsoft suite of products, including Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Benefits

Flexible time off without the hassle of accrual
A generous number of paid holidays
Company-sponsored team-building events
An Employee Referral Program
Annual recognition awards
Hybrid work arrangements for optimal work-life balance
Parental bonding leave
Backup care options for children and elders
An employee discount program
International SOS program for global support

CJ

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From pioneering affiliate marketing to powering the future of connected commerce, CJ has been the trusted leader in partnership-based growth since 1998.Founded in Santa Barbara, California, CJ (formerly Commission Junction) is the world’s most established performance marketing platform, trusted by over 3,800 global brands across retail, travel, finance, and home services. Our technology and expertise connect 167K+ publishers and brands to billions of consumers worldwide, driving measurable, profitable growth.As part of Publicis Groupe, and aligned with Publicis Media, we unite data, technology, and strategic expertise to deliver a truly customer-centric approach. With a legacy of innovation and a vision for what’s next, CJ continues to set the standard for performance marketing — building partnerships that scale, campaigns that perform, and commerce that connects.

Founded in 1998

Santa Barbara, California, USA

1.7K employees (352 in marketing)

www.cj.com

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