Manager, Affiliate

Responsibilities

• Deliver results for clients by proposing fresh out-of-the-box ideas, effectively managing key client objectives, partner relations and monitoring program performance
• Support the launch of new affiliate programs from project plan development to achieving all milestones
• Technically and in easy-to-understand language explain implementation, link creation, report generation and technology platform use
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting & reporting --- manage client budgeting process, as well as monthly/weekly/daily forecasting and reporting
• Lead strategic partner recruitment and optimization
• Passion for emerging media and the digital marketplace in general – demonstrates interest and initiative to test new partner types and tactics with client input and acceptance
• Effectively communicate performance to the client and wider team with strategic direction for the program; lead the presentation of performance to the client
• Present, justify and advocate for all recommendations to the client
• Provide recommendations for scale and/or efficiency within the affiliate program
• Develop, grow, foster and maintain strong strategic and tactical relationships with existing partners

Requirements

• 3-5 years’ experience within either an in-house affiliate role or Affiliate agency environment
• Experience working with top-tier brands across multiple markets
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and comprehension skills
• Ability to work independently while effectively communicating and delegating to teammates in multiple locales
• Proficient in managing multiple projects – ability to multi-task, organize, prioritize and structure workload
• Passion and strong proficiency for emerging media, digital trends, the digital marketplace in general and best practices
• Experience with one or more affiliate platforms including ShareASale, Awin, Impact, CJ and Partnerize; any certifications are a plus
• Adept at leveraging these platforms to drive performance and achieve client goals.
• Strong understanding of the affiliate marketing ecosystem, including types of publishers, publisher relationships, campaign analytics, and performance optimization.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within an agency setting, delivering results for diverse clients through strategic planning and execution.

Preferred

• any certifications are a plus
• B2B affiliate program experience is a plus
• Familiarity with tools like Asana, SFDC, Hubspot, Tableau and other BI tools is a plus

Benefits

• We offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family.