Cobrand Acquisition Strategy, Performance & Analytics

Citi; Irving (TX); Hybride; USD 115 000 - 172 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work model

Direct exposure to senior leadership

Lead special projects on new channels

Learning and development resources

Competitive compensation and benefits

Global institution, collaborative team

Résumé du poste

Citi is seeking a Lead Analyst for Acquisition Strategy & Performance Analytics in Irving, TX. You will translate complex data into actionable strategies shaping how Citi expands its cobrand card portfolio, owning end-to-end performance management for high-profile partnerships.

You will deliver dashboards, weekly updates, and presentations to senior leadership, coordinating cross-functional teams and guiding investment decisions with rigorous analytics.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of experience in financial services or marketing.
• Proficiency in Adobe Analytics and Tableau to build dashboards and analyze trends.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong knowledge of P&Ls and marketing investment management.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for senior leadership.
• Experience managing internal and external partnerships.

Responsabilités

• Analyze acquisition performance KPIs and translate data into actionable insights.
• Develop and maintain an acquisition performance dashboard with channel managers.
• Deliver weekly performance updates identifying risks and opportunities.
• Track marketing expenses and incentives to optimize returns.
• Prepare high-impact presentations for senior leadership and partners.
• Coordinate monthly marketing initiatives roadmap and test plans.
• Partner with competitive insights to sharpen acquisition strategy.

Connaissances

Program management

Performance analytics

Stakeholder communication

Formation

Master's degree

Outils

Adobe Analytics

Tableau

Excel

PowerPoint

Description du poste

Citi is looking for a Lead Analyst, Acquisition Strategy & Performance Analytics to sit at the heart of its Cards Acquisitions business, translating complex performance data into strategies that directly shape how Citi expands its cobrand credit card portfolio. In this role, you will own end-to-end performance management and analytics for high-profile cobrand partnerships (e.g., American Airlines), working across Product, Channel Management, Risk, Finance, and external partners to ensure acquisition strategies are informed, optimized, and delivered with precision. You will also lead special projects focused on new channels and capabilities, giving you direct influence over the future direction of the business.

Responsibilities

• Analyze acquisition performance KPIs using tools including Adobe Analytics and Tableau, translating large volumes of data into clear, actionable insights that inform channel and investment strategy.
• Develop and maintain an acquisition performance dashboard, working with channel managers to evolve reporting methods and surface meaningful trends that guide business decisions.
• Deliver weekly performance updates that identify risks and opportunities against plan, driving the right conversations across teams to close gaps before they escalated.
• Track and evaluate key financial metrics across the acquisition marketing investment — including marketing expenses and acquisition incentives — to align spending with performance outcomes and identify opportunities to improve returns.
• Prepare high-impact presentations for senior leadership and external partner business reviews, synthesizing cross-functional data into clear findings and recommendations.
• Coordinate the monthly marketing initiatives roadmap and test-and-learn plan in partnership with acquisition channel teams, ensuring results are captured and shared across the business.
• Partner with the competitive insights team to compile and interpret market intelligence, using findings to sharpen acquisition strategy and identify areas for differentiation.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 6–10 years of experience in financial services or marketing, with a strong focus on program management and performance analytics.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining accuracy and delivery quality under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Adobe Analytics and Tableau, with the ability to use these tools to build dashboards, analyze trends, and communicate findings clearly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint with the ability to produce polished, senior-ready outputs.
• Broad knowledge of P&Ls, marketing investment management, and the ability to connect financial metrics to strategic decisions.
• Exemplary communication and presentation skills, with confidence presenting to senior leadership and external partners across a matrixed organization.
• Demonstrated success managing internal and external partnerships, including the ability to coordinate across cross-functional teams and negotiate complex workstreams.

Beneficial Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in the credit card industry, with familiarity with co-brand or co-marketing acquisition models.
• A Master's degree in a relevant field such as Business, Marketing, Finance, or Analytics.
• Experience leading competitive analysis and translating market intelligence into strategic recommendations.

What We Offer

At Citi, you will work in a performance-driven environment where your analytical thinking and strategic input directly shape business outcomes at scale. This role offers genuine ownership, cross-functional collaboration, and the opportunity to influence how one of the world's leading financial institutions grows its card acquisition business.

• A hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, giving you flexibility alongside meaningful in-person collaboration.
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and high-profile external partnerships, with regular opportunities to present your work and influence strategic decisions.
• The chance to lead special projects focused on new acquisition channels and capabilities, putting you at the forefront of business innovation.
• Access to learning and development resources that support your continued growth in analytics, strategy, and financial services.
• A competitive compensation and benefits package, including financial wellbeing support and programs designed to support your health and work-life balance.
• The scale and reach of a global financial institution, with the collaborative culture of a focused, high-performing team.

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

Job Family Group:

Marketing

Job Family:

Marketing Program Management

Time Type:

Full time

Primary Location:

Irving Texas United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$114,720.00 - $172,080.00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

Anticipated Posting Close Date

Aug 20, 2026

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