Influencer & Partnership Program Manager

Chicago, IL

$83K/yr – $128K/yrMid LevelFull time

Posted 5 months ago

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Job Summary

The role leads influencer and partnership marketing, from strategy and budgeting to KPI tracking and partner onboarding. It requires cross-functional collaboration, strong negotiation, and compliance with FTC guidelines. The benefits package emphasizes comprehensive coverage and professional development.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute influencer and partnership marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and drive engagement.
  • Develop and manage the annual influencer program budget, including allocation for partner compensation, product seeding, and campaign expenses.
  • Define and track KPIs, analyzing the ROI of all influencer activities to optimize future campaigns and report on business impact.
  • Identify, recruit, and onboard a diverse portfolio of partners, including content creators, brand ambassadors, and strategic brand collaborations.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for all partners, building and maintaining strong relationships through clear and professional communication.
  • Negotiate and manage contracts, including deliverables, compensation, and usage rights.
  • Oversee the creative process from ideation and briefing to content approval, ensuring all content is high-quality and aligns with Camping World\'s brand guidelines and messaging.
  • Manage internal communication to ensure all stakeholders are aligned on partnership activities.
  • Ensure all influencer partnerships and published content are fully compliant with FTC guidelines and other legal requirements.

Requirements

  • Proven track record of success in building and managing influencer marketing or partnership programs.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor, with a proven ability to negotiate, build rapport, and represent the brand positively.
  • Experience with leading influencer marketing platforms (e.g., Grin, AspireIQ, CreatorIQ) for discovery, campaign management, and reporting.
  • Ability to collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, RV Dealership, Legal, Retail and Inventory, to ensure cohesive campaign execution and brand alignment.
  • Willingness and ability to travel (estimated 15-25%) for key industry events and in-person partner meetings.
  • Extremely organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently without significant oversight.
  • A deep understanding of the social media landscape and influencer marketing industry.

Preferred

  • Passion for the outdoors, camping, or the RV lifestyle is a plus!

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off, 401(k), an Employee Assistance Program, Good Sam Roadside Assistance, discounts, paid parental leave (if eligibility is met), Tuition Reimbursement (if eligibility is met), and on the job training opportunities. Full-time associates are offered a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision and more! Part-time associates are offered access to dental & vision coverage! For more information please visit: www.mycampingworldbenefits.com
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Camping World

Since 1966, Camping World has proudly offered specialized products and accessories, expert advice and professional service to recreational vehicle owners and campers. We've grown from a single store in Bowling Green, Kentucky to the nation's largest retailer of RVs, RV accessories and RV-related services. With over 130 SuperCenters nationwide, a full-service call center and comprehensive website featuring thousands of quality products for RVs, camping, towing and outdoor living, Camping World is the premier one-stop-shop for everything RV.Along with RV parts and accessories, we also offer a full selection of new and used RVs for sale; service centers with over 1,900 bays and over 1,600 technicians on staff; over 100 collision centers; RV Spa detail and refurbishment centers; technical advice from knowledgeable experts and hard-to-find parts.As the RV industry leader, Camping World is always looking for new and better ways to enhance your RV and outdoor experience. Camping World is a big place, just like the great outdoors. We make it our mission to equip you for it.

Founded in 1966
Lincolnshire, Illinois, USA
7.5K employees (339 in marketing)