Affiliate Marketing Specialist

Position Overview

At Auctane, we are united by a passion to help businesses deliver – whatever their size, wherever they are. Our innovative mailing and shipping software products, including ShipStation, Stamps.com, and others, power hundreds of thousands of businesses worldwide. The Affiliate Marketing Specialist will be responsible for managing and growing our affiliate programs by recruiting, engaging, and optimizing high-performing partnerships to drive customer acquisition and revenue across key brands. Location: Austin, Texas. Schedule: Hybrid (3 days per week in office).

Key Responsibilities

• Program Management: Day-to-day management of our affiliate network/platform (Commission Junction), including setting up new affiliates, tracking performance, and ensuring commission payouts are accurate and timely.
• Recruitment & Vetting: Identify, recruit, negotiate with, and onboard new high-quality affiliate partners that align with Auctane's brand standards.
• Optimization & Growth: Analyze affiliate performance data to spot trends, develop strategies to optimize underperforming partnerships, and scale high-performing affiliates.
• Relationship Management: Cultivate strong, lasting relationships with top-tier affiliates through regular communication, performance feedback, and creative incentive programs.
• Content & Creative Assets: Collaborate with Marketing and Creative teams to provide on-brand promotional materials such as banners, text links, landing pages, tracking links, and promotional codes.
• Budget & Forecasting: Assist in developing and managing the affiliate marketing budget and provide accurate revenue forecasting.
• Compliance: Monitor affiliate activities to ensure adherence to program terms, brand guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Experience Required: 2-4 years of hands-on experience managing B2B or B2C affiliate marketing programs, preferably within the SaaS or e-commerce technology sector.
• Demonstrated experience working with major affiliate networks/platforms such as Partnerize, Impact, ShareASale, Commission Junction, or Rakuten.

Preferred Qualifications

• Data-Driven Mindset with strong analytical skills to interpret performance metrics (CPA, ROI, conversion rates) and translate data into actionable strategies.
• Excellent negotiation skills and exceptional written and verbal communication abilities for effective affiliate relationship management.
• Familiarity with the e-commerce ecosystem, software subscription models, and understanding of how affiliate partnerships drive recurring revenue.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets for data manipulation and reporting.
• Experience with Looker for data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working on multiple brands is a plus, as is experience with Direct Mail Marketing or an interest in learning new marketing channels.
• Qualifications: Proactive, self-starter with a keen attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills.
• Tech: Familiarity with Looker Studio, various marketing vendor platforms, Microsoft Suite, Slack, and Zoom.

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible hybrid work schedule with in-office days on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
• Flex Time Off policy to manage your own time off.
• 12 paid holidays for US employees.
• 401k employer matching program.
• Annual merit reviews to reward professional achievements.
• Company events and team-building activities.
• Attractive office space in central Austin with free drinks and snacks.
• Weekly catered lunches at the office.
• Comprehensive health and wellness plans including medical, dental, and vision.
• On-site fitness center with Tonal Mirrors, Pelotons, free weights, etc.
• Employee Assistance Program offering up to 8 free mental health sessions.
• Gym discounts.
• Education reimbursement for continuous learning.
• Employee Referral Program with rewards for successful candidate referrals.
• Inclusive, casual, and upbeat work environment where every team member’s personality and opinions are valued.