Senior Manager, Affiliate Marketing & Partnerships

Dentsu; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental insurance

401k with company match

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Dentsu is seeking a Senior Manager, Affiliate & Partnership Marketing to lead affiliate and partnership programs and guide day-to-day strategy for clients. The role emphasizes travel and hospitality sector experience, data-driven optimization, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

A strong emphasis is placed on client relationships, performance insights, and leadership within an agency environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or a related field.
• 4-7 years of experience in affiliate marketing, partnership marketing, performance marketing, or a related field within an agency, affiliate network, partnership platform, or in-house marketing team.
• Experience within the travel, hospitality, or related industries.
• Experience managing performance-based marketing programs focused on lead generation, customer acquisition, bookings, reservations, completed stays, subscriptions, or similar conversion-based objectives.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using Excel and performance reporting tools to develop actionable insights.
• Experience with one or more affiliate platforms, including Impact.com, Partnerize, CJ Affiliate, AWIN, or Rakuten Advertising.
• Ability to work independently while effectively managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience working with a diverse range of affiliate, publisher, and partner relationships.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Experience managing complex datasets, reporting processes, and invoicing activities with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience managing CPL, CPA, and CPC campaigns.
• Demonstrated ability to drive performance improvements aligned with client goals and business objectives.
• Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in affiliate and partnership marketing and staying informed on industry trends and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong client relationships through industry expertise, effective communication, and responsive service.
• Serve as a primary day-to-day contact for client questions, requests, and program updates.
• Develop a strong understanding of client brands, business objectives, and competitive landscapes.
• Lead and participate in client meetings, presentations, and business reviews.
• Provide strategic recommendations supported by data, insights, and industry best practices.

Skills

Affiliate marketing

Partnership marketing

Performance marketing

Data analysis

Client communication

Project management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Advertising/Communications

Tools

Impact.com

Partnerize

CJ Affiliate

AWIN

Rakuten Advertising

Job description

Dentsu is seeking a Senior Manager, Affiliate & Partnership Marketing to lead affiliate and partnership programs and guide day-to-day strategy for clients. The role emphasizes travel and hospitality sector experience, data-driven optimization, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

A strong emphasis is placed on client relationships, performance insights, and leadership within an agency environment.