Affiliate Manager

Company Introduction:

AdStart Media is a global, fast-growing performance marketing network and direct advertiser. As a technology-driven company, we specialize in high-converting mobile and desktop offers. 

Since 2017, we have been connecting affiliates and advertisers through data-driven strategies designed to optimize monetization and user acquisition. With access to exclusive offers, top-tier partners (including international brands, publishing houses, media buyers, and innovative app developers), and advanced tracking and optimization tools, we help our clients exceed their ROI and KPI goals.

As we continue expanding, we offer exciting opportunities to join our dynamic team. If you thrive in a collaborative and results-driven environment, we’d love to have you on board!

About the Role 

As our Affiliate Manager, you will be responsible for leading the online sales strategy for AdStart Media’s Affiliate Program. This position plays a key role in recruiting and managing top affiliates, building strong relationships with them, and optimizing each affiliate’s performance to drive results.

You will need to rely on your expertise in affiliate marketing to develop and execute strategies that maximize revenue, enhance user acquisition, and ensure affiliates are achieving their goals. You will also collaborate closely with internal teams to promote high-performing offers, troubleshoot challenges, and provide ongoing support to affiliates to help them succeed.

This is an exciting opportunity to unleash your potential, learn from senior management to enhance your skillset, and directly impact the success of our affiliate network from your first day on our team.

Mission Statement:

The primary mission of our Affiliate Manager is to drive the growth and success of AdStart Media’s Affiliate Program. This will involve working directly with our affiliates, building and nurturing strong relationships with them, optimizing their performance, setting and managing revenue growth goals, and implementing data-driven strategies to maximize results for our clients.

General responsibilities:

The responsibilities of our Affiliate Manager include the following:

• Managing AdStart Media’s Affiliate Program and overseeing its growth and success
• Recruiting and onboarding top affiliates in relevant niches
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with our affiliates and partners
• Regularly consulting with affiliates to help them optimize their performance and promote additional products or services as needed
• Setting, managing, and achieving revenue growth goals on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
• Optimizing affiliate performance to ensure targets are consistently met or exceeded
• Implementing data-driven strategies to maximize ROI and KPI metrics for our clients
• Creating and maintaining detailed performance reports to track metrics and communicate results
• Collaborating with internal teams to identify and promote high-performing offers
• Negotiating custom payout models with affiliates
• Screening affiliates for the purposes of fraud prevention and compliance
• Training and mentoring junior team members to foster affiliate network growth
• Attending trade shows and networking events to build relationships and close new deals
• Monitoring industry trends, competitor strategies, and emerging opportunities to identify ways that AdStart Media’s Affiliate Program can stay ahead of the curve

Overall, the Affiliate Manager will play an important role in driving the continued growth and success of AdStart Media’s Affiliate Program. By managing relationships, optimizing affiliate performance, and implementing data-driven strategies, you will help ensure that our Affiliate Program remains competitive.

Position specifications:

The Affiliate Manager position includes committing to the following:

• Full-time commitment with a 40 work hours per week (8 hours work day)
• Working in a European timezone while being available during our general office hours
• A competitive salary and flexible work-life balance
• Receive contractor status and training after commencing work
• Paid annual leave and sick leave
• Attending fun team-building activities (including our annual company trip)
• A 30-day notice period of one calendar month

Requirements

Profile:

As our Affiliate Manager, you need to be a results-driven professional with a strong background in affiliate marketing and performance-driven strategies. You thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment and possess a deep understanding of affiliate networks, online marketing, and data-driven growth. You are proactive and resourceful while excelling at building lasting relationships with affiliates and partners.

You should be able to work independently with high levels of reliability, transparency, and trust. You also need the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple affiliates in our Affiliate Program. 

The ideal person for this role is someone who can work fast and efficiently, has excellent communication and negotiation skills, and takes a proactive and results-oriented approach to their work. In addition, good organizational, time management, analytical, and interpersonal skills will help you succeed in this position and work well within our team environment. 

Availability and consistency are highly important factors for us, so our Affiliate Manager should display these qualities regarding workload commitments and availability during office hours.

Key traits for this position:

You should demonstrate great attention to detail, strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as excellent analytical, technical, and problem-solving abilities. A sense of proactivity, hunger for growth, and a consistent, highly communicative work ethic will work in your favor. You must be able to make data-driven decisions, stay adaptable in a fast-paced environment, and manage multiple priorities effectively. Building long-term relationships with affiliates and partners, along with taking ownership of your work, will be key to your success in this role.

Key requirements:

The Affiliate Manager position has the following key requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in affiliate marketing or media buying
• A proven track record of successfully managing affiliate programs, achieving revenue growth targets, and exceeding sales quotas in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Mobile Measurement Platforms (including AppsFlyer, Adjust, or Kochava)
• Experience with Affiliate Tracking Platforms (including Affise, HasOffers, Cake, or Voluum)
• Excellent knowledge of different traffic types and knowledge of CPI business models (including how they impact and drive results for different products)
• A strong understanding of online marketing and affiliate marketing strategies and best practices
• Strong sales, negotiation, decision-making, problem-solving, and communication skills
• An ability to track, analyze, and generate reports using Microsoft Suite or Google Workspace
• A highly organized work ethic with good time management skills
• An ability to manage and mentor junior team members in a positive manner
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (You must be fluent in English, although English doesn't have to be your native language)
• A proactive attitude with a strong focus on delivering high-quality results
• Familiarity with working autonomously and managing your own time independently and effectively
• Being open to receiving feedback and constructive criticism and improving on it
• Must be available and responsive during our office hours (European timezone)
• Must be able to consistently work full-time

Benefits

As part of our fast-growing team, you get access to these benefits

• A high-energy workplace with a flat hierarchy and a positive, growth-driven culture, combining the best of both startup flexibility and the security of an established company
• Flexible work-life balance to help you maintain personal and professional harmony
• The opportunity to travel and work from various office locations globally
• A competitive remuneration package (including a base salary and bonus component)
• An individual, tailor-made career progression plan to support your growth
• Access to a wide range of employee training programs to enhance your skills
• Team-building activities (including annual company trips, parties, and more)