Senior Manager, Influencer & Affiliate Marketing - HCo
Hollister is seeking a lead on the brand marketing team who will be responsible for overseeing strategy and execution of all things related to Hollister influencer/creator & affiliate marketing work. Connecting the Hollister brand with our customer in an authentic and brand-right way has been a key to the brand’s success. In fact, Hollister believes our clothes are made for being unapologetically you, so leveraging the human side of authentic connection in our creator marketing is a critical component of the brand’s path forward.This Manager role is responsible for incubating, developing and engaging an ecosystem of humans to serve as storytellers to communicate about Hollister’s key campaigns, brand moments, products, cause and purpose initiatives, and more. Successful candidates in this role will inspire conversations about Hollister in social feeds, highlighting the re-imagined brand, products and spirit of Hollister. Let’s get people talking.This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.What Will You Be Doing? Assist in the seasonal brand planning process as a subject matter expert in creator marketing, inclusive of influencer, affiliate and advocacy.Responsible for overseeing influencer & creator campaigns from strategy development to execution and performance analysis, some managed internally and some supported with external agenciesResponsible for strategic management of the brand’s creator advocacy program and future growthOversee creator & content affiliate programs for Hollister understanding how to leverage affiliate ecosystems to drive business resultsRepresent brand on photoshoots and at events where applicableMonitor and analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for continued growth and evolution of brand advocacy strategies and tacticsUnderstand how to navigate and identify whitespace at the intersection of brand culture and creators to build distinct and innovative marketing strategiesHeavily coordinate with social channels to ensure alignment for engagement and posting strategiesCollaborate cross-functionally with other marketing partners, merchandising, design, etc. to ensure cohesive brand messaging as well as to ensure creator marketing deliverables and assets are integrated into other brand channels and propertiesWork closely with media team to ensure maximized efforts around talent and usage are being worked through paid channelsRegularly communicate on the impact of all efforts related to influencers and creator advocacy programsManage a team of 4 associates with a high-level of oversight, drive, and transparencyResponsible for tracking and managing budgetsCompile data for seasonal hindsight presentationsBuild and maintain relationships with cross-functional partnersWorks regularly with external agencies to build and drive industry-leading programsPut the customer at the center of everything we do - Partner with Customer Insights team to shape research (brand health, target consumer, etc) and identify key insights and drive their integration into campaignsWhat Do You Need To Bring? Bachelor’s Degree or related experience8+ years of marketing experience with a brand or agency, emphasis on influencer/creator marketing and affiliate marketingHighly motivated and collaborative with a willingness to learnUnderstanding of Gen Z and the global high school teenHas experience building and motivating a teamOutstanding communication and presentation skillsDetail oriented and organizedStrategic, analytic and structured thinking abilityOur Company Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 750 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com.At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities. Benefits & PerksAs an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F Co. is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward: Incentive bonus program401(K) savings plan with company matchAnnual companywide review process Flexible spending accounts Medical, dental and vision insurance Life and disability insurance Associate assistance program Paid parental and adoption leave Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot Access to mental health and wellness app, HeadspacePaid Caregiver LeaveMobile StipendPaid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and six work from anywhere weeks per year) Seven associate wellness half days per year Merchandise discount on all of our brands Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!