Senior Manager, Influencer Affiliate Marketing New Brooklyn, NY (Rent the Runway
Rent The Runway, Brooklyn, New York, United States, 11210
Senior Manager, Influencer Affiliate Marketing
Brooklyn, NY (Rent the Runway HQ) Senior Manager, Influencer Affiliate About Us:
Rent the Runway (RTR) is transforming the way we get dressed by pioneering the world’s first Closet in the Cloud. RTR offers designer apparel and accessories from hundreds of brand partners with in-house technology and a robust reverse logistics operation. Under CEO and Co-Founder Jennifer Hyman, RTR has been recognized on CNBC’s Disruptor 50 and Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies lists. About the Job:
As the Senior Manager of Influencer Affiliate Marketing, you will build and scale a next-generation affiliate program that positions RTR as a best-in-class partner for creators. You’ll reimagine how affiliate, creators, and commerce intersect—expanding RTR’s presence across priority platforms and talent agencies while driving meaningful, incremental growth. This is a rare opportunity to shape a high-impact channel from both a strategic and creator-first perspective. What You’ll Do Build, scale, and strategically own a high-impact affiliate ecosystem
across creators and influencers, designed to drive incremental revenue, net-new customer acquisition, and long-term channel growth. Develop and operationalize a scalable, performance-driven commission framework
(tiers, bonuses, exclusives, incentives) that balances creator motivation with profitability and sustainable unit economics. Recruit, onboard, and systematically convert creators into high-performing affiliates
through proactive outbound sourcing, inbound application review, and structured onboarding programs. Own end-to-end affiliate execution and strategic oversight , including cross-agency management and leadership, across influencer affiliate programs and platforms—ensuring operational excellence, clean tracking, accurate attribution, and timely payouts. Manage and deepen exclusive, high-value partnerships
with top-performing influencers, including negotiated commission structures, custom offers, priority placements, and long-term growth plans. Activate affiliates at scale
to drive consistent, high-quality UGC and commerce performance through seeding strategy, posting prompts, offer calendars, performance challenges, and tier-based incentives. Scout, evaluate, and secure strategic platform, agency, and commerce partnerships
(e.g., Substack, TikTok, affiliate networks, influencer agencies) that extend reach, enhance creator supply, and demonstrate true incremental lift. Partner cross-functionally
with Business Intelligence, Growth, CX, and agency teams to design, test, and evolve a best-in-class affiliate program that serves both the business and the creator ecosystem. Track, analyze, and forecast affiliate performance
(GMV, revenue, traffic, ROI, incrementality), delivering executive-ready reporting, insights, and optimization recommendations to guide strategic decision-making. About You: A strategic and imaginative affiliate leader
who thinks beyond traditional models and is energized by building new platform presences, partnerships, and creator-led growth opportunities. Deeply experienced in agency management , with the ability to lead external partners, set clear expectations, and drive accountability while fostering strong, collaborative relationships. Creator-obsessed and creator-informed , with a strong understanding of creator behavior, motivation, and economics—and a commitment to optimizing the creator experience and earning potential. A detail-oriented operator
who values clean execution, accurate attribution, and rigorous reporting, and knows how to translate data into clear insights and action. Fluent in affiliate measurement and incrementality , with a strong grasp of tracking, attribution models, and performance reporting across platforms. Experienced in platform expansion and ecosystem growth , with an eye for emerging channels, strategic partnerships, and nuanced platform dynamics. A kind, collaborative leader who advocates for creators
internally, partners effectively cross-functionally, and brings clarity, momentum, and trust to the work. Rent the Runway is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and aims to create a workplace that fosters personal and professional growth. Our inclusive benefits include, but are not limited to: Paid time off, including vacation, paid bereavement, and family sick leave Universal Paid Parental Leave for both parents + flexible return to work program Paid Sabbatical after 5 years of continuous service Exclusive employee subscription and rental discounts Comprehensive health, vision, dental, FSA and dependent care from day 1 401(k) match Company-wide events and outings Office-centric work with optional remote Fridays in accordance with company policies Rent the Runway is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on protected status in accordance with applicable law. Salary: The anticipated base salary for this position is $134,400 to $155,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on qualifications, experience, and other factors.
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Brooklyn, NY (Rent the Runway HQ) Senior Manager, Influencer Affiliate About Us:
Rent the Runway (RTR) is transforming the way we get dressed by pioneering the world’s first Closet in the Cloud. RTR offers designer apparel and accessories from hundreds of brand partners with in-house technology and a robust reverse logistics operation. Under CEO and Co-Founder Jennifer Hyman, RTR has been recognized on CNBC’s Disruptor 50 and Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies lists. About the Job:
As the Senior Manager of Influencer Affiliate Marketing, you will build and scale a next-generation affiliate program that positions RTR as a best-in-class partner for creators. You’ll reimagine how affiliate, creators, and commerce intersect—expanding RTR’s presence across priority platforms and talent agencies while driving meaningful, incremental growth. This is a rare opportunity to shape a high-impact channel from both a strategic and creator-first perspective. What You’ll Do Build, scale, and strategically own a high-impact affiliate ecosystem
across creators and influencers, designed to drive incremental revenue, net-new customer acquisition, and long-term channel growth. Develop and operationalize a scalable, performance-driven commission framework
(tiers, bonuses, exclusives, incentives) that balances creator motivation with profitability and sustainable unit economics. Recruit, onboard, and systematically convert creators into high-performing affiliates
through proactive outbound sourcing, inbound application review, and structured onboarding programs. Own end-to-end affiliate execution and strategic oversight , including cross-agency management and leadership, across influencer affiliate programs and platforms—ensuring operational excellence, clean tracking, accurate attribution, and timely payouts. Manage and deepen exclusive, high-value partnerships
with top-performing influencers, including negotiated commission structures, custom offers, priority placements, and long-term growth plans. Activate affiliates at scale
to drive consistent, high-quality UGC and commerce performance through seeding strategy, posting prompts, offer calendars, performance challenges, and tier-based incentives. Scout, evaluate, and secure strategic platform, agency, and commerce partnerships
(e.g., Substack, TikTok, affiliate networks, influencer agencies) that extend reach, enhance creator supply, and demonstrate true incremental lift. Partner cross-functionally
with Business Intelligence, Growth, CX, and agency teams to design, test, and evolve a best-in-class affiliate program that serves both the business and the creator ecosystem. Track, analyze, and forecast affiliate performance
(GMV, revenue, traffic, ROI, incrementality), delivering executive-ready reporting, insights, and optimization recommendations to guide strategic decision-making. About You: A strategic and imaginative affiliate leader
who thinks beyond traditional models and is energized by building new platform presences, partnerships, and creator-led growth opportunities. Deeply experienced in agency management , with the ability to lead external partners, set clear expectations, and drive accountability while fostering strong, collaborative relationships. Creator-obsessed and creator-informed , with a strong understanding of creator behavior, motivation, and economics—and a commitment to optimizing the creator experience and earning potential. A detail-oriented operator
who values clean execution, accurate attribution, and rigorous reporting, and knows how to translate data into clear insights and action. Fluent in affiliate measurement and incrementality , with a strong grasp of tracking, attribution models, and performance reporting across platforms. Experienced in platform expansion and ecosystem growth , with an eye for emerging channels, strategic partnerships, and nuanced platform dynamics. A kind, collaborative leader who advocates for creators
internally, partners effectively cross-functionally, and brings clarity, momentum, and trust to the work. Rent the Runway is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and aims to create a workplace that fosters personal and professional growth. Our inclusive benefits include, but are not limited to: Paid time off, including vacation, paid bereavement, and family sick leave Universal Paid Parental Leave for both parents + flexible return to work program Paid Sabbatical after 5 years of continuous service Exclusive employee subscription and rental discounts Comprehensive health, vision, dental, FSA and dependent care from day 1 401(k) match Company-wide events and outings Office-centric work with optional remote Fridays in accordance with company policies Rent the Runway is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on protected status in accordance with applicable law. Salary: The anticipated base salary for this position is $134,400 to $155,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on qualifications, experience, and other factors.
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