Manager, Affiliate Marketing

Manager, Affiliate Marketing

Assembly is looking for a Manager, Affiliate Marketing. We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Manager, Affiliate Marketing with 2-3 years of experience in affiliate marketing, ideally within retail and e-commerce. This role will focus on optimizing client affiliate programs, driving revenue growth, and fostering strong partnerships within the Affiliate and Performance Creator landscape.

Responsibilities

Affiliate Program Management : Lead and optimize affiliate programs for top retail brands, leveraging platforms like Impact, Partnerize, CJ, Rakuten, AWIN, and LTK to drive performance and efficiency.

Partnership Development : Source, recruit, and retain top-performing affiliate partners and creators while identifying emerging trends and opportunities.

Performance & Budget Oversight : Manage annual, quarterly, and monthly budgets, ensuring proper pacing and alignment with revenue goals.

Data-Driven Optimization : Monitor program and partner performance, proactively identifying insights to drive strategic growth.

Campaign Execution & Communications : Oversee campaign initiatives, manage partner relationships, and develop communications such as newsletters and updates.

Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with the Affiliate Director and internal teams to align affiliate strategies with broader marketing initiatives.

Reporting & Insights : Own and deliver data-driven reports, providing strategic recommendations to optimize program performance.

Required Skills

2-3 years of affiliate marketing experience, preferably in a media agency, in-house, or e-commerce / retail role with a passion for performance marketing and a bias for the status quo.

Strong understanding of affiliate networks, performance-based marketing, and key industry platforms (Impact experience a plus).

Proficiency in Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics, or similar tools to track performance and ROI.

Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and drive results in a fast-paced environment.

Exceptional attention to detail, strong communication skills, and ability to influence stakeholders.

A proactive, analytical, and adaptable mindset with a passion for affiliate marketing.

Ability to travel for conferences, client meetings, and team gatherings as needed.

Bonus Points For :

Experience managing content and influencer-focused affiliate programs

Understanding of other media channels such as Social, Search, Branded Media, and Influencer Marketing.

Benefits

Why Assembly?

We care about your growth we offer competitive salaries and annual compensation review

We recognize and celebrate your successall the time! Whether it's through company meetups, employee recognition programs, or just a regular day, we make sure our people's achievements are known and appreciated

We're truly a people-first organization. That's why we offer a Flexible Time Off policy that puts you in control of your work-life balance, as well as market-leading primary and secondary caregiver and parental leave policies

We have a hybrid in-office / remote working policy that focuses on bringing people together in-person when it's needed most, i.e., team strategy brainstorms, learning & development opportunities, and company meetings

We care about social and environmental Impact we have dedicated Impact Champions who collaborate globally to make sure we're leaving the world better than we found it

We have an amazing group of Employee Resource Groups who form close knit communities and are committed to guiding the agency to become more inclusive, diverse, and representative of the world around us

We're part of Stagwell, the challenger network built to transform marketing. We're nimble and digital-first, and we're quickly growing to take on the biggest legacy hold cos

In addition to medical, dental and vision coverage, we offer a generous PTO plan, 401k program, comprehensive family planning benefits (including paid parental leave), and pre-tax commuter benefits. Benefits / perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Assembly and the location where you work.

Equal Opportunities

At Assembly, we believe every career is as unique as the individual and empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.

Assembly is an advocate for equal opportunity in the workplace. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. EEO Employer M / F / Vet / Disabled.

Compensation (Text Only)

In order to comply with equal pay and salary transparency laws in various locations, we believe the target range of base compensation in all locations within the United States for this role is $61,000 - $80,000USD. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.