Associate Director, Client Growth Strategy

Welcome to Our World
Weve been leading the charge in the affiliate industry from day oneestablishing performance marketing and paving the way for future innovations. Were known for maintaining one of the largest most reliable partnership platforms with impeccable personalized service.

Founded in Santa Barbara California in 1998 CJ (formerly Commission Junction) stands as the most trusted name in performance marketing. We specialize in building partnerships between top brands and reputable publishers to drive revenue and business growth. CJs industry-leading solutions make us the platform of choice for over 3800 global brands across sectors like retail travel finance technology and home services. As part of Publicis Groupe our savvy data capabilities cutting-edge tech and strategic expertise facilitate genuine connections allowing brands to reach consumers wherever they are.

A Quick Peek at Affiliate Marketing
Think back to your last online purchase. Did an influencer tip you off about a great product and offer a discount Or perhaps you relied on a trusted review site to make your decision Whatever path you took affiliate publishers likely played a role by influencing informing or helping you find the best deal. CJ connects brands with these publishers creating valuable resources for shoppers like you.

What you will be doing:

Connected Commerce Strategy & Growth

• Own the Connected Commerce strategy for assigned clients including the most complex accounts stakeholder environments and growth challenges within the portfolio
• Translate client business goals into integrated growth strategies that drive incremental revenue and efficiencynot just channel performance
• Identify prioritize and introduce new commerce levers clients can activate making clear recommendations on where to invest test or deprioritize based on impact scalability and resource tradeoffs

Client Leadership & Advisory

• Serve as the primary strategic point of contact andfinal Connected Commerce authority for clients building trust through strong business acumen clear point of view and decisive recommendations
• Elevate conversations within the client organization gaining buyin from senior stakeholders and positioning the organization as a longterm growth partner
• Lead strategic moments including quarterly planning business reviews and growth planning sessions owning the narrative framing tradeoffs and aligning stakeholders around committed plans
• Strategic Planning & Investment Leadership
• Own growth planning budget strategy and channel investment recommendations across the Connected Commerce ecosystem with accountability for prioritization sequencing and impact at scale
• Use market trends performance data and industry insights to inform strategy and identify new opportunities

CrossTeam Collaboration

• Partner closely with Media Investment Operations and other critical Lines of Business to ensure strategic intent translates into effective integrated execution taking accountability for crossteam alignmentnot just coordination
• Identify recurring friction unclear ownership or execution risk across teams and drive resolution or escalation to prevent rework and overservicing
• Act as connective tissue across teams reinforcing shared goals and outcomes rather than siloed success

What we look for:

• Bachelors Degree or commensurate work experience
• 7 plus years of experience working in a marketing role-ideally digital performance marketing
• Strong written and verbal communication and relationship skills
• Proficient knowledge of the Microsoft suite of products including Windows Word Excel and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously in complex ambiguous client environments
• Comfort making and standing behind strategic decisions with incomplete information
• Strong strategic thinker with the ability to connect data trends and client goals
• Confident client communicator who can influence and inspire trust
• Collaborative leader who brings teams together around shared outcomes

This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days a week in office.

CJ is the leader in Performance Marketing. We take pride in our innovative technology comprehensive data solutions and our people. We equip our teams with advanced tools training and career development opportunities all to provide modern solutions strategies and support to deliver high quality results for our clients. We work in an enthusiastic collaborative team setting that values outstanding performance.

Were a community of creative and passionate problem solvers who go the distance to tackle the tough questions think creatively and drive resourceful growth for our clientsand ourselves. We foster and embody an inclusive and collaborative culture where diverse perspectives are sought relationships are valued and people feel accepted with a sense of belonging in expressing themselves authentically. We pride ourselves in having a workplace environment that values both work and play.

Why Our Workplace Stands Out
Apart from offering competitive salaries 401K matching wellness programs and comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage we provide:
Flexible time off without the hassle of accrual
A generous number of paid holidays
Company-sponsored team-building events
An Employee Referral Program
Annual recognition awards
Hybrid work arrangements for optimal work-life balance
Parental bonding leave
Backup care options for children and elders
An employee discount program
International SOS program for global support
Business Resource Groups where employees connect over shared interests to cultivate an engaging inclusive environment

and those are just a few of our great perks! Come join us and see what makes our company a great place to work.

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