Head of Partnerships and Affiliates

Chicago, IL, USA

Company Overview:
We are a fast-growing content marketing startup dedicated to helping organizations amplify their digital presence and engage effectively with their audience. Our innovative platform simplifies the creation, optimization, and distribution of high-quality content, driving measurable results for our clients. As we continue to expand, we are looking for a strategic and experienced Head of Partnerships and Affiliates to join our team and drive growth through strategic alliances.

Job Summary:
The Head of Partnerships and Affiliates will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive partnership strategy that drives growth and expands our reach. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in building and managing partnerships and affiliate programs. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify, negotiate, and manage partnerships that align with our business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement a strategic partnership and affiliate program that aligns with business goals and drives growth.
- Identify and cultivate relationships with potential partners, affiliates, and influencers in the content marketing and digital marketing space.
- Negotiate and manage partnership agreements, ensuring mutual benefit and alignment with company objectives.
- Collaborate with the marketing and sales teams to create co-marketing campaigns and joint promotions with partners.
- Monitor and analyze the performance of partnership and affiliate programs, using data to optimize strategies and drive decision-making.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and competitor activities to identify new partnership opportunities.
- Provide regular feedback to the management team on partnership and affiliate program performance, market trends, and potential opportunities.
- Develop and manage the partnerships and affiliates budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources to maximize ROI.
- Build and lead a high-performing partnerships team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in partnerships, business development, or affiliate marketing, preferably within the SaaS or content marketing industry.
- Proven track record of developing and managing successful partnership and affiliate programs that drive growth.
- Strong understanding of content marketing, digital marketing channels, and best practices.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Exceptional analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Proficiency in using CRM software and other business development tools.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Why Join Us:

- Be part of a fast-growing startup with a mission to revolutionize content marketing.
- Work in a collaborative and inclusive environment that values creativity and innovation.
- Opportunity to make a significant impact and shape the future of our partnership efforts.
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including performance-based incentives.
- Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options.

How to Apply:
If you are a strategic leader with a passion for building and managing partnerships, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you’re a great fit for this role to careers@braidit.com