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Forbes is launching a new Coupons & Deals initiative and seeks a Partnerships Manager to help build, launch, and scale this high-impact project. This is a rare opportunity to be hands-on in developing a key initiative at a globally recognized business media brand.
We need an experienced professional with deep expertise in the affiliate coupons business model, strong industry relationships, and a proven ability to drive revenue through strategic partnerships. Startup experience is a major plus, as this role requires a builder’s mindset and adaptability.
Responsibilities:
- Affiliate Program Management: Secure and optimize partnerships with affiliate networks and brands for top-performing offers and competitive commissions.
- New Account Setup & Onboarding: Establish and stabilize sub-accounts with networks, apply for advertiser programs, and ensure readiness for launch.
- Revenue & Sponsorship Optimization: Negotiate rates, optimize commissions, and sell sponsored placements—independently or with the content partnerships team.
- Program Ownership: Manage all aspects of the Coupons & Deals initiative, from deal sourcing to performance tracking and optimizations.
- Collateral & Sales Support: Develop high-quality sponsorship decks and sales materials to support revenue efforts.
- Industry Engagement: Leverage relationships to establish strategic partnerships and drive growth.
- Data-Driven Strategy: Analyze performance to identify trends, improve monetization, and drive revenue.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product, content, data, and marketing teams to align strategy and execution.
The ideal candidate:
- 5+ years of affiliate marketing experience, with expertise in coupons and deals.
- Strong industry relationships in affiliate and performance marketing.
- Proven success in partner negotiations, revenue optimization, and business development.
- Experience with major affiliate networks, agencies, brands, and publishers.
- Deep understanding of monetizing coupon and deal content through affiliate and sponsorship strategies.
- Ability to create compelling sales collateral and clearly communicate sponsorship value.
- Startup or fast-paced digital media experience is a major plus.
- Highly analytical, data-driven, and strategic.
- Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills across teams.
- Management experience preferred, with the ability to lead as the program scales.
This is a rare chance to build something from the ground up at a premier global brand. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, we’d love to hear from you!
The annual base salary range for this role is $100,000 - $105,000
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