Investment Planning Manager

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Founded in Santa Barbara, California in 1998, CJ (formerly Commission Junction) is one of the most trusted names in performance marketing. As part of Publicis Groupe, we specialize in building partnerships between top brands and reputable publishers to drive revenue and business growth. We provide data‑driven, technology‑enabled solutions across retailers, travel, finance, technology, and home services, supporting over 3,800 global brands.

We are known for maintaining one of the largest, most reliable partnership platforms with impeccable, personalized service. Our platform helps brands reach consumers wherever they are, while our data capabilities and strategic expertise enable genuine connections.

• Create comprehensive investment plans aligned with client benchmarks, budgets, and goals, collaborating with client strategy teams to address the eCommerce/affiliate landscape.
• Assess the financial impact of potential opportunities and provide strategic recommendations, developing a deep understanding of how affiliate strategies can drive business growth.
• Stay updated on rising partnerships and trends in the eCommerce/affiliate space to create diversified, forward‑thinking strategies by vertical, publisher, and media type.
• Manage and track client requests, providing accurate and timely feedback.
• Aggregate and analyze data from internal strategy, business analytics, and operations teams to inform overarching strategies and investment decisions.
• Incorporate key factors such as budget, past performance, audience reach, opportunity size, and impact to build publisher portfolio recommendations.
• Assist with annual planning, applying client growth goals across multiple brands and categories.
• Act as a commerce specialist within the greater strategy team, integrating efforts with media and analytics to drive commerce growth.
• Manage a team of investment planners, overseeing recruitment/activation strategies and ensuring quality and effectiveness.

• Analytical attitude with the ability to pull insights from large data sets.
• 5+ years of experience or deep knowledge of the eCommerce & affiliate ecosystem.
• Project‑management experience and ability to multitask.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, capable of transmitting information across levels.
• Strong understanding of market consumer trends and marketplace readiness.
• Ability to identify, pitch, and close new opportunities with affiliates or partners to drive incremental revenue.
• Excellent organizational skills (experience with ticketing systems and project‑management software a plus).

This is a hybrid role requiring three days a week in the office.

• Flexible time off without accrual
• A generous number of paid holidays
• Company‑sponsored team‑building events
• Employee Referral Program
• Annual recognition awards
• Hybrid work arrangements for optimal work‑life balance
• Parental bonding leave
• Backup care options for children and elders
• Employee discount program
• International SOS program for global support
• Business Resource Groups to cultivate an inclusive environment

Compensation Range: $73,910 – $101,200 annually. This is the pay range the company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. The amount may vary based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.