Affiliate Account Manager

Lamwork; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamwork is seeking an Affiliate Account Manager to bridge the gap between revenue goals and its external publisher network. You will manage all aspects of affiliate relationships and analyze campaign data to present actionable strategies to stakeholders.

The ideal candidate should have strong skills in performance analytics, negotiation, and communication. Required certifications include PMA, Google Analytics, and Meta Blueprint. The role offers competitive compensation in the range of $55,000 to $131,000 annually depending on performance and portfolio size.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing affiliate programs and relationships.
• Proficiency in campaign performance analysis and reporting.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage client programs end-to-end for performance marketing.
• Recruit and onboard affiliate partners to enhance revenue.
• Analyze campaign performance against KPIs and create optimization plans.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align strategies.
• Prepare performance reports and program reviews.

Skills

Affiliate Network Platforms

Performance Analytics and Reporting

CRM Software

Advanced Excel and Spreadsheet Modeling

Negotiation

Relationship Building

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Time Management

Education

Performance Marketing Association (PMA) Certification

Google Analytics Certification (GA4)

Meta Blueprint Certification

Job description

1. What Is an Affiliate Account Manager?

An Affiliate Account Manager bridges the gap between a company's revenue goals and its external publisher network, owning the relationship and outcomes on both sides of a performance marketing program. The day‑to‑day work involves recruiting publisher partners, analyzing campaign data, and presenting strategy and results to client stakeholders across an assigned portfolio.

2. Responsibilities

• Manage assigned client programs end‑to‑end, serving as the primary point of contact for all account matters.
• Recruit and onboard publisher and affiliate partners to grow active, revenue‑generating program participation.
• Analyze campaign performance against agreed KPIs, translating findings into actionable optimization plans for each account.
• Coordinate with internal business development, data, and publisher teams to keep account strategy aligned with client goals.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly performance reports and program reviews for client stakeholders.

3. Required Skills

• Hard Skills: Affiliate Network Platforms (Shareasale, Commission Junction, Impact), Performance Analytics and Reporting, CRM Software, Advanced Excel and Spreadsheet Modeling, Commission Model and Tracking Methodology Knowledge
• Soft Skills: Negotiation, Relationship Building, Communication, Analytical Thinking, Time Management

4. Certifications

Performance Marketing Association (PMA) Certification – Validates affiliate channel expertise and industry best practices

Google Analytics Certification (GA4) – Demonstrates proficiency in digital campaign tracking and attribution

Meta Blueprint Certification – Confirms paid and performance channel fluency relevant to affiliate programs

5. Salary (United States)

Affiliates typically earn between $55,000 and $131,000 annually, with median compensation around $126,960 to $131,877, depending on industry, portfolio size, and performance record.