Senior Specialist, Affiliate Marketing US

About UsSharkNinjais a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positivelyimpactpeople’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proventrack recordof bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowedSharkNinjato enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than4,100associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.AI at SharkNinja At SharkNinja, 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.About the RoleSharkNinja is seeking a Senior Affiliate Marketing Specialist to manage the day-to-day execution and optimization of our traditional affiliate program while supporting the growth of our social affiliate presence across Meta and YouTube. This role is the hands-on engine of the affiliate channel — owning partner relationships, keeping the program running efficiently, and identifying opportunities to improve performance within the US ecommerce business.Reporting into the US Paid Media team, you will work closely with the TikTok affiliate team, Performance Marketing, Brand Marketing, Social, Creative, and Analytics, and coordinate with external affiliate networks, agencies, and platform partners.Key ResponsibilitiesPerformance Affiliate Program ExecutionOwn the day-to-day management of SharkNinja's traditional affiliate program: partner approvals, offer and link management, placement coordination, commission structures, compliance monitoring, and issue resolution.Recruit and onboard a productive mix of publishers, editorial and content partners, loyalty and rewards platforms, comparison and deal sites, and emerging commerce affiliates.Build and maintain working relationships with active partners, negotiating commissions and placements within established program guidelines and escalating complex commercial terms to the Manager.Translate the US Ecommerce commercial calendar into affiliate activations that support product launches, priority categories, promotions, and seasonal events.Strengthen partner engagement through product seeding, early access, customized offers, and performance recognition.Performance Tracking & OptimizationMonitor partner and program performance daily, identifying trends, anomalies, and optimization opportunities.Continuously test and refine partner mix, offers, placements, and content to improve revenue, conversion, and return on investment.Prepare regular performance reports and channel updates for the Manager and cross-functional stakeholders.Manage affiliate networks, agencies, and technology tools with accountability for execution quality.Support Legal and Finance on partner agreements, disclosures, and payment processing as needed.What You'll Bring4–6 years of experience in affiliate marketing, performance marketing, social commerce, or a closely related field.Hands-on experience managing an affiliate program, including partner recruitment, network management, commission structures, offer coordination, tracking, and reporting.Working knowledge of social affiliate or creator commerce programs (Meta, YouTube, or comparable platforms).Solid understanding of affiliate economics, attribution, and conversion optimization — you know how to read the numbers and act on them.Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with publishers, creators, networks, and agencies.Strong organizational skills — you can manage a high volume of active partners, offers, and deadlines without letting things slip.Clear communicator who can prepare performance summaries and partner updates for internal and external audiences.Proficiency in affiliate network platforms and comfort with Excel or comparable reporting tools.What Success Looks LikeThe traditional affiliate program runs cleanly day-to-day — partners are active, offers are current, placements are tracked, and nothing slips through the cracks.Performance reporting is reliable, timely, and gives the Manager and channel leadership a clear picture of what's working and what needs attention.New partners are identified, recruited, and productive within a reasonable ramp period.Social affiliate activity on Meta and YouTube is organized and growing, with clear records of active creators and their performance.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, back-up child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more.Pay Range$95,000—$115,000 USDOur CultureAt SharkNinja, 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 OfferWe offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja 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 SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’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 SharkNinja DNA.Learn more about us:Life At SharkNinjaOutrageously ExtraordinarySharkNinja Candidate Privacy NoticeFor candidates based in all regions, please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice.For candidates based in China, please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice.For candidates based in Vietnam, please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice.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. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. 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