Job Description
We are searching for a results-driven AFFILIATE MARKETING MANAGER with a team-first attitude who is looking to apply their passions for the outdoors to their work with world-class brands in the active lifestyle space. Work with a cross-functional team of marketing pros to build internal affiliate capabilities at the fastest growing agency in our category.
This position is remote-friendly, but may be located in our Carbondale, Colorado headquarters.
Interested candidates should apply via Ziprecruiter.
JOB TITLE: Affiliate Marketing Manager
REPORTS TO: Agency General Manager
THE JOB
As the Affiliate Manager, you will be responsible for developing the partnership and strategy with publishers, influencers, and traditional affiliate sites to drive placements, revenue, and exposure for rygr clients. This position will collaborate with Media and PR teams to develop, align, and execute plans to increase awareness and achieve the client's traffic and revenue goals.
THE WORK
- Lead the development and execution of clients' affiliate programs; this includes day to day management of affiliate programs, recruiting affiliates, negotiating rates, and developing relationships
- Help to determine client goals and work to achieve weekly and monthly KPIs
- Cultivate and maintain ongoing relationships with key affiliates and publishers
- Identify and secure promotional and advertising opportunities through strategic partnerships
- Provide weekly and monthly reporting, highlighting and identifying areas for growth
- Manage annual affiliate budgets and commission structure/payouts
- Participate in status calls and own the relationship with clients
- Help shape long-term service offering, define processes and gain efficiencies across our client portfolio
THE ESSENTIALS
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 2+ years of work experience
- 1+ years of experience in Affiliate Marketing
YOUR CAPABILITIES
- Proficient working in affiliate networks such as Avantlink, AWIN, ShareASale and Impact
- Able to pitch and win new affiliate clients, help them onboard to a network, and grow their program from day one
- Must have a comprehensive understanding of all types of affiliates and know how to work best with each of them
- Able to work successfully in a team environment that promotes collaboration in addition to confidently working independently and leveraging resources at hand
- Establish and maintain effective relationships interdepartmentally, as well as with those outside the team and agency
- You communicate effectively at all levels
- Demonstrate strong customer service and mentorship skills
- Detail-oriented with exceptional critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Possesses strong quantitative and analytical skills
- Ability to work with strict deadlines, juggling multiple priorities, stay organized, and work effectively with multiple clients
- An entrepreneurial mindset and willingness to roll up your sleeves to get the job done
- Computer skills for editing and writing; proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Certification or comprehensive experience working with Google Analytics
THE EXTRA MILE
- Basic understanding of public relations, community management and paid media
- Strong interpersonal skills and a sense of humor
- Experienced in Google Data Studio
- Understanding of rygr's core values
- A love of the outdoors
Be you, on our team. We seek to build an inclusive team and culture that values diverse lived experiences, backgrounds and skill sets.
SALARY: $55,000-$65,000 annual plus benefits, depending on experience
COMPENSATION: Salary DOE. rygr's compensation package includes paid vacation and sick leave, paid volunteer time, a wellness stipend, matching 401(k), group healthcare and stipend, professional development support, and a flex-time policy.
Company Description
rygr is a solutions-oriented marketing partner for the active lifestyle. We partner with leading passion brands to orchestrate 360° product and brand campaigns that build awareness and drive demand. rygr clients include traditional outdoor market leaders, mainstream fitness and lifestyle brands, scrappy startups, and mass consumer-packaged goods manufacturers. rygr values: Integrity, Craft, Empathy, Change, and Stewardship. Learn more at http://rygr.us.