Connected Commerce Growth Strategist

CJ; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Wellness programs

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

Hybrid work arrangements

Parental bonding leave

Backup care options

Employee discount program

Team-building events

Annual recognition awards

Diversity and inclusion programs

Job summary

CJ, a leader in performance marketing, is seeking a Client Strategy Manager to lead Connected Commerce strategy for a portfolio of clients. You will guide affiliate, commerce media, and emerging channels, translating client goals into integrated growth plans.

As the primary strategic advisor, you’ll own investment strategy, budgeting, and long‑term planning, partnering with Media, Investment, and Operations to drive cross‑functional execution and measurable business impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or commensurate work experience.
• 5+ years in marketing, ideally digital performance marketing.
• Ability to develop thoughtful strategies to grow advertiser programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication and relationship skills.
• Cross-functional collaboration with Product, Analytics, Accounting and Technology.
• Deliver high quality service and results while meeting CJ financial expectations.
• Proven leadership and coaching skills.
• Influence, develop and negotiate account strategies using affiliate marketing best practices.

Responsibilities

• Own the Connected Commerce strategy for assigned clients across affiliate, commerce media, retail media networks, display, leads and emerging channels.
• Translate client goals into integrated growth strategies that drive incremental revenue and efficiency.
• Develop clear strategic roadmaps aligning investment, activation and measurement to client objectives.
• Lead strategic moments including quarterly planning, business reviews, and growth planning sessions.
• Partner with Media, Investment, Operations and other Lines of Business to ensure integrated execution.

Skills

Marketing experience

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Leadership

Cross-functional

Affiliate marketing

Technology passion

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or commensurate work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CJ, a leader in performance marketing, is seeking a Client Strategy Manager to lead Connected Commerce strategy for a portfolio of clients. You will guide affiliate, commerce media, and emerging channels, translating client goals into integrated growth plans.

As the primary strategic advisor, you’ll own investment strategy, budgeting, and long‑term planning, partnering with Media, Investment, and Operations to drive cross‑functional execution and measurable business impact.