
Affiliate Marketing Manager (49815)
Lakeshore Talent, Chicago, IL, United States
Affiliate Marketing Specialist / Manager
Remote | Candidates must be situated in Colorado, Illinois, or Oregon
$57,000 – $90,000 annually (dependent on level of experience)
Lakeshore Talent is partnering with a growing digital marketing organization to hire an Affiliate Marketing Specialist / Manager to support and scale affiliate strategy within an e-commerce environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a junior‑to‑mid‑level marketing professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, client‑facing role and enjoys blending creativity with performance‑driven strategy.
This position falls under the broader “Digital Manager” umbrella but is focused specifically on affiliate marketing. Ideal candidates may currently hold titles such as Affiliate Manager, Affiliate Marketing Manager, or similar.
About the Role
As the Affiliate Marketing Specialist / Manager, you will manage and grow affiliate and publisher relationships while supporting overall digital marketing initiatives. This role is both strategic and hands‑on, requiring strong communication skills, technical knowledge of affiliate platforms, and the ability to manage multiple partnerships simultaneously.
You will work closely with paid media teams, creating a collaborative and integrated approach to performance marketing. The right candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable serving as a key point of contact for clients and affiliate partners alike.
Key Responsibilities
Manage day‑to‑day affiliate marketing programs within an e-commerce environment
Build and nurture relationships with publishers, affiliates, and influencer partners
Serve in a client‑facing capacity, answering questions and providing strategic recommendations
Collaborate cross‑functionally with paid media teams to optimize performance
Monitor campaign results and recommend data‑driven improvements
Support e‑commerce launches (occasional brief weekend check‑ins, communicated in advance)
Contribute to overall digital marketing strategy and growth initiatives
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of affiliate marketing experience, specifically within e-commerce
Experience in a client‑facing role with strong communication skills
Agency experience preferred (in‑house to agency transition welcomed)
B2C marketing experience strongly preferred
Experience with affiliate and influencer tools, including:
Affiliate networks such as CJ, Impact, Partnerize
Influencer marketing platforms such as Creator.co
Ability to manage multiple contacts and campaigns with a strategic, creative mindset
Remote role (Mountain or Central Time Zone preferred)
Monthly co‑working meetups in the Denver area
Occasional brief weekend check‑ins during e‑commerce launches
Unlimited PTO (encouraged ~4 weeks per year)
Strong work‑life balance and flexibility
Wellness stipend (~$50/month)
Annual team retreats (previous retreat held in Mexico)
Structured onboarding and training program
Manager check‑ins every 6 weeks
Formal performance reviews every 6 months
Clear goal setting and growth opportunities after 6 months
Flexibility to lean into individual strengths and support long‑term career growth
If you are a performance‑driven affiliate marketing professional looking for flexibility, growth, and the opportunity to work in a collaborative digital environment, we encourage you to apply.
#J-18808-Ljbffr