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Affiliate and Partnerships Manager, Performance Marketing

Step
Location
Remote - US
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Marketing
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 4+ years of experience managing affiliate or partner marketing programs, ideally at a consumer app, fintech, or growth-stage startup
  • Hands-on experience with impact or a comparable affiliate network, including program setup, partner onboarding, tracking configuration, and commission management
  • Demonstrated experience building direct partnership programs from scratch, including identifying the right partners, negotiating deal structures, and executing contracts through to completion
  • Comfortable owning program financials, including budget tracking, invoice approvals, and payout reconciliation across a large and varied partner set
  • Strong understanding of affiliate and partnership tracking mechanics, including link attribution, postback setups, pixel-based tracking, and MMP integrations, with hands-on experience conducting tracking QA and resolving attribution issues
  • Experience managing creative development and approval workflows with a strong grasp of brand standards, FTC disclosure rules, and financial marketing compliance
Nice to have
  • Experience with AppsFlyer or a comparable MMP is a plus, as is familiarity with GA4
What the job really is

As the Affiliate and Partnerships Manager at Step, you will oversee the affiliate and partner marketing program, managing everything from recruiting new partners to optimizing commission structures. Your responsibilities will include building direct partnerships, negotiating deals, and ensuring effective tracking and reporting of performance metrics. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking and operational execution to drive efficient customer acquisition through various channels.

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation and stock options
  • Generous medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
  • 401k plan with Safe Harbor company matching
  • Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays
  • 12 weeks paid parental leave with flexible return to work
  • Company-provided technology package
Things to weigh
  • Remote position with occasional travel for team offsites and key meetings
  • No specific salary listed
  • The role involves a high volume of partners and contracts, which may require strong organizational skills
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