We are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Affiliate Strategist to lead and scale our client's affiliate marketing performance. This role requires a deep understanding of the eCommerce ecosystem and a proven ability to translate data into actionable, high-impact affiliate strategies. The ideal candidate excels at cross-functional leadership, ensuring seamless collaboration across internal teams and external partners to consistently exceed client performance targets

What You'll Do

Serve as the subject matter expert for affiliate data analysis. Independently perform deep-dive analysis on performance metrics (e.g., ERR, GMV, GPM, CTR) to diagnose issues and uncover strategic opportunities.
Establish clear KPIs and affiliate tiring and offering models for each assigned campaign or client account. Proactively monitor performance against targets and implement real-time strategic adjustments ("adjust on the go") to ensure targets are consistently hit or surpassed.
Lead the development of performance reports, clearly articulating key insights, strategic rationale, and next steps for both internal and external review.
Act as the central point of collaboration, fostering strong working relationships between key internal teams: Planner. Account Managers, Shop Managers (for site merchandising/product availability), and the Affiliate Creator/Publisher Team.
Drive alignment on strategic goals, ensuring all internal teams are executing initiatives that support the overarching affiliate strategy and client objectives.

Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience specifically in Affiliate Marketing or Performance-focus industry e.g. finance, investment, preferably within an agency or high-growth in-house eCommerce environment.
Have minimum 5 years-experience of Strategic Planning.
Demonstrable, strong understanding of the full eCommerce lifecycle, conversion funnels, and the role of affiliate marketing in a broader digital mix.
Exceptional logical and critical thinking skills, with a proven ability to self-serve data analysis using tools like Excel/Google Sheets, Google Analytics, and network reporting platforms.
Proven track record of hitting or exceeding aggressive performance targets through strategic program management and tactical pivots.
Superior stakeholder management and communication skills, capable of clearly articulating complex strategies to technical and non-technical audiences, including senior client leadership.
Experience managing budgets and CIR responsibility for affiliate programs is a plus.