Affiliate & Partnership Manager

Founded in November 2019, EmpowerU, Inc. has rapidly evolved from its origins within a leading global brand's tele-service support group to become a standalone entity renowned for its exceptional service delivery. Our organization is driven by a culture that emphasizes resilience, excellence, and a strong sense of community. We prioritize the well-being and professional development of our team members, treating each one as a valued internal client. This approach ensures excellence in service delivery and fosters meaningful relationships with all stakeholders.

Core Values:

EmpowerU, Inc. is anchored in four fundamental values, known as the 4Cs: Care, Communication, Camaraderie, and Commitment. These principles guide our interactions with clients and among team members, ensuring a cohesive and supportive work environment.

Care: Our dedication to exceeding client and stakeholder expectations is paramount.

Communication: We maintain transparent and continuous communication to provide exceptional support.

Camaraderie: We foster a culture of inclusivity and unity, making our workplace feel like a second home.

Commitment: Our unwavering pursuit of excellence defines our approach to every task.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Affiliate & Partnership Manager to own our affiliate program from the ground up. This is a unique mid-level role with a dual focus: expertly managing and optimizing our existing affiliate relationships while aggressively prospecting for and signing new, high-value publishing and strategic partners.

The ideal candidate is a hunter-farmer hybrid who understands the nuances of affiliate marketing, possesses a strong sales acumen, and has firsthand experience from within a major affiliate network.

Key Responsibilities

Affiliate Management & Optimization (60%)

· Serve as the primary point of contact for our affiliate partners, providing exceptional support and building strong, long-term relationships.

· Onboard new affiliates, ensuring they have the resources, tracking links, and creative assets needed to succeed.

· Develop and execute strategies to increase affiliate productivity, including creating competitive commission structures, promotional offers, and performance incentives.

· Monitor daily performance using our affiliate tracking software (e.g., Impact, Partnerize, ShareASale, Rakuten), analyzing key metrics such as EPC, CVR, and ROAS.

· Identify and mitigate fraudulent activity to protect program integrity.

· Prepare and present regular performance reports to leadership, translating data into actionable insights.

Business Development & Sales (40%)

· Proactively hunt for and recruit new affiliate partners across key verticals, including coupon sites, loyalty blogs, content publishers, influencers, and strategic B2B partners.

· Develop a targeted outreach strategy to engage and pitch high-potential publishers, effectively selling the value of our program.

· Negotiate and finalize partnership terms, including commission rates, placement guarantees, and exclusive deals.

· Attend industry events (virtual and in-person) to network and source new partnership opportunities.

· Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to identify co-marketing and partnership opportunities that extend beyond traditional affiliate arrangements.

Qualifications & Experience

Must-Haves:

· 3+ years of hands-on experience in affiliate marketing, with at least 1-2 years specifically in a business development or partner-facing role.

· Direct experience working for a major affiliate network (e.g., Impact, Partnerize, Rakuten Advertising, CJ Affiliate, ShareASale, AWIN) is highly preferred. You understand the ecosystem from the inside out.

· Proven track record of meeting or exceeding recruitment and revenue targets.

· Strong analytical skills and proficiency with data analysis; highly comfortable with Excel/Sheets and interpreting performance dashboards.

· Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

· A self-starter mentality with the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-Haves:

· Experience building or scaling an affiliate program from an early stage.

· Experience in E-commerce, SaaS & FinTech industry.

· Familiarity with other performance marketing channels (SEO, PPC, Social Media).

What We Offer

· A competitive base salary and a performance-based bonus structure.

· Comprehensive HMO

· Flexible work hours and remote/hybrid work options.

· A key role with significant autonomy and impact on the company's growth trajectory.

· Opportunities for advancement.