Manager, Social Affiliate

About Us

Shark Ninjais a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world.

Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed Shark Ninja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains.

Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 4,100 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.

AI at Shark Ninja

At Shark Ninja, we’re building an AI-native culture.

We’re not waiting for the future; we’re creating it.

Our people are expected to experiment boldly, adopt new tools, and continuously raise what’s possible to create meaningful impact for our consumers.

If you believe the best way to do your job hasn’t been invented yet, you’ll fit right in.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Manager, Social Affiliate & Partner Marketing to own and scale our affiliate strategy in line with Shark Ninja’s ambitious DTC trading and growth objectives.

Reporting into the Head of Affiliate & Partner Marketing, you’ll own the affiliate and partner plan across the US—leading day-to-day management and optimization of the channel, growing key partnerships, and driving the promotions and growth initiatives that accelerate DTC revenue across the region.

Responsibilities

• Strategy & Channel Ownership
• Own and optimize the affiliate strategy across the US to drive DTC revenue growth in line with regional targets.
• Shape the regional affiliate and partner plan, setting priorities for promotions, partnerships, and growth initiatives across the year.
• Lead management of the AWIN affiliate network in close partnership with AWIN Account Managers, holding the channel to best-in-class execution and performance.
• Partner Growth & Commercial Management
• Identify, onboard, and grow affiliate partners across publisher types — influencers, cashback, voucher, content and tech partners, price comparison sites, and CPC co‑operations.
• Lead commercial negotiations with the network and individual partners to maximize performance and profitability.
• Build and maintain strong, profitable partner relationships while diversifying the publisher and vertical mix.
• Campaigns & Performance
• Plan and lead affiliate campaigns, promotions, and growth initiatives with partners and the network.
• Own performance against KPIs — analyzing trends, drawing out insight, and continuously optimizing the channel.
• Prepare and present regular performance reports, insights, and recommendations for internal stakeholders.
• Cross-Functional & Strategic Contribution
• Partner closely with e Commerce, Marketing, Performance, Social, and Creative teams to support wider business objectives.
• Support Shark Ninja product launches, key trading moments, and the testing of new growth opportunities.
• Contribute to regional and global best practices, processes, and continuous improvement across the affiliate channel.
• Operations & Administration
• Oversee day-to-day affiliate platform and network management.
• Manage promotional codes, sample send-outs, commission adjustments, campaign setups, and sales validations.
• Brief and manage banner and creative requests for campaigns and exclusive affiliate co‑operations.
• Ensure accurate tracking, attribution, product feeds, and smooth technical execution across all affiliate activity.
• Manage budgets, onboard vendors, coordinate contracts with Legal, and handle related invoice coordination.
• What You’ll Bring
• Attributes & Skills
• 4–5 years’ experience in affiliate marketing, partner marketing, and/or performance marketing, including hands‑on channel ownership.
• Strong knowledge of affiliate marketing strategies, networks, platforms, and leading publishers.
• Proven experience managing affiliate networks (AWIN preferred) and leading commercial negotiations with partners.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and turn it into performance gains.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, comfortable owning relationships with external partners.
• Proactive, self‑motivated, and results‑driven, thriving in a fast‑paced, international environment.
• Commercially minded, with a creative, test‑and‑learn approach.
• Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is displayed below.

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution, 401(k) retirement plan with matching, employee stock purchase program, life insurance, AD&D, short‑term disability insurance, long‑term disability insurance, generous paid time off, company holidays, parental leave, identity theft protection, pet insurance, pre‑paid legal insurance, backup child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more.

Our Culture

At Shark Ninja, we don’t just raise the bar— we push past it every single day.

Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of.

If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, Shark Ninja product discounts, and more.

We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible.

When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community.

Together, we won’t just launch products— we’ll disrupt entire markets.

At Shark Ninja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success.

Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens Shark Ninja’s innovation every day.

We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration.

With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the Shark Ninja DNA.

• Learn more about us: Life At Shark Ninja | Outrageously Extraordinary
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We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law.

Shark Ninja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Shark Ninja People & Culture at accommodations@sharkninja. com

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