Affiliate Marketing Specialist

Affiliate Marketing Specialist

Auctane is looking for an Affiliate Marketing Specialist to manage and grow our affiliate programs, focusing on recruiting, engaging, and optimizing high‑performing partnerships to drive customer acquisition and revenue across key brands. This hybrid position (3 days per week in office) is located in Austin, Texas.

Responsibilities include:

• Program Management – day‑to‑day management of our affiliate network/platform (Commission Junction), setting up new affiliates, tracking performance, ensuring accurate and timely commission payouts.
• Recruitment & Vetting – proactively identify, negotiate with, and onboard high‑quality affiliate partners that align with Auctane’s brand standards.
• Optimization & Growth – analyze affiliate performance data to identify trends, opportunities, and drive strategies to optimize underperforming affiliates and scale high‑performing partnerships.
• Relationship Management – cultivate strong, lasting relationships with top‑tier affiliates, provide performance feedback and creative incentive programs, serving as primary point of contact for all affiliate inquiries.
• Content & Creative Assets – collaborate with Marketing and Creative teams to ensure affiliates have necessary on‑brand promotional materials (banners, text links, landing pages, tracking links, promotional codes).
• Budget & Forecasting – assist in developing and managing the affiliate marketing budget and provide accurate forecasting for affiliate‑driven revenue.
• Compliance – monitor affiliate activities to ensure adherence to program terms, brand guidelines, and regulatory compliance.

• 2‑4 years of dedicated experience managing B2B or B2C affiliate marketing programs, preferably within the SaaS or e‑commerce technology sector.
• Demonstrable experience with major affiliate networks/platforms (Partnerize, Impact, Share
  
  ASale, CJ, Rakuten).

• Data‑Driven Mindset – strong analytical skills to interpret performance metrics (CPA, ROI, conversion rates) and translate data into actionable strategies.
• Negotiation & Communication – excellent negotiation skills and exceptional written/verbal communication for effective affiliate relationship management.
• E‑commerce/SaaS Experience – familiarity with subscription models and how affiliate partnerships drive recurring revenue.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets for data manipulation and reporting.
• Proficiency with Looker for data manipulation and reporting.
• Self‑starter with proactive work ethic, able to manage multiple projects in fast‑paced environment.
• Experience working on many brands simultaneously is a plus.
• Experience with Direct Mail Marketing or interest in learning new marketing channels is a plus.

• Looker Studio
• Various Marketing Vendor Platforms
• Microsoft Suite
• Slack
• Zoom

• Hybrid company – all Austin team members come into the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
• Flex Time Off policy – take the reins of your time off.
• 12 paid holidays for all U.S. employees.
• 401(k) employer matching program.
• Annual merit reviews to recognize and reward hard work.
• Company events and regular team‑building activities.
• Attractive office space in central Austin (free drinks, snacks).
• Weekly catered lunches at the office.
• Health and Wellness – medical, dental, vision plans.
• Fitness center with Tonal Mirrors, Peloton, free weights.
• Employee Assistance Program – up to eight free mental health sessions.
• Gym discounts and education reimbursement.
• Employee Referral Program with rewards.
• Inclusive, casual and upbeat work environment; safe space to thrive.

• Sit for prolonged periods.
• Utilize wrist and hands for prolonged periods.
• Walk short distances.
• Stand for short periods.
• Speaking and conversing with others.
• Lift up to 25 lbs without assistance up to chest height.

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• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Marketing and Sales
• Industries:
  Software Development

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