Strategic Account Manager - Supply Partnerships

ABOUT ADACTIONFounded in 2013, AdAction is a leader in performance-based mobile app marketing, partnering globally to deliver premium users at scale. Our collaborative team prioritizes innovation and strategic decision-making, fostering a dynamic and inclusive culture. AdAction is looking for individuals who thrive in an autonomous work environment, seek out ways to meaningfully contribute to our shared success, and embrace growth both personally and professionally.With a fully remote workforce centered in talent hubs in Denver, Austin, and Chicago, we organize regular in-person events to enhance collaboration. Join us and make a meaningful impact from anywhere within our talent hubs.ABOUT THE ROLEAdGem, a part of AdAction, is one of the fastest-growing rewarded advertising platforms in the market, driving premium engagement for mobile apps, loyalty programs, and consumer brands. As we continue to scale, we're expanding our Publisher Partnerships team to strengthen and grow relationships with the mobile publishers and loyalty platforms that power the AdGem network.We are seeking a Strategic Account Manager - Publisher Partnerships to manage, optimize, and grow long-term publisher relationships across our global supply base. You will serve as the day-to-day owner of a portfolio of publisher accounts, ensuring strong monetization performance, driving optimization initiatives, identifying growth opportunities, and acting as a trusted operational and strategic partner.This role is ideal for someone who is analytically minded, highly organized, curious about ad tech and mobile monetization, and motivated to build strong partnership relationships.RESPONSIBILITIESPublisher Performance & GrowthOwn a portfolio of publisher accounts and be accountable for revenue retention, growth, and supply healthDevelop a deep understanding of each partner's monetization goals, traffic mix, audience behavior, and optimization leversMonitor inventory performance and implement ongoing optimization to improve eCPM, fill rate, EPC, conversion rate, and user qualityIdentify and execute expansion opportunities including additional placements, new formats, GEO expansion, product adoption, and technical integrationsTrack pacing and performance trends across your accounts to ensure consistency and scalabilitySupport quarterly and monthly forecasting for assigned partnersStrategic Partnership ManagementServe as the primary point of contact for publisher stakeholders - from partner managers to monetization owners and technical operatorsLead regular performance syncs and strategic planning sessionsTranslate complex performance data into clear, actionable recommendationsProactively manage risks such as declining engagement, policy issues, fraud signals, or shifting partner prioritiesAdvocate for publisher needs internally while balancing AdGem business goalsCross-Functional CollaborationPartner closely with Sales, Solutions, Product, and Finance teams to support partner successCoordinate post onboarding and post integration support for new publisher launchesProvide structured feedback from partners to inform future product and platform improvementsWork with Finance on commercial terms alignment, billing questions, and growth-ready contract structuresMarket & Category ExpertiseBuild strong knowledge of rewarded advertising, offerwalls, loyalty monetization, and mobile app growthStay current on platform policy changes, attribution shifts, privacy updates, and market dynamicsRepresent AdGem professionally in select partner meetings and industry conversationsEXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS1-4+ years of experience in account management with a preference for experience in adtech, mobile monetization, publisher management, or performance marketingProven success managing and growing relationships with measurable revenue retention and expansion.Foundational understanding of performance marketing metrics including CPA, EPC, eCPM, CTR, conversion rate, LTV, retention, and ROASStrong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insights. Proficiency with data and reporting tools requiredExcellent communication and presentation skills with comfort presenting to both day-to-day operators and senior stakeholders.Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.Willingness to travel for key partnership meetings and industry events.Located in the Denver, Chicago, or Austin areas.WHY ADACTION?Our employees enjoy perks and benefits like:Health, vision, and dental insuranceUp to 6% 401k match with no vestment periodGenerous PTO + company holidaysPaid parental leaveFlexible, remote-first work cultureTeam outings and happy hoursWeekly UberEats creditHome office stipendAnnual learning and development stipendAnnual wellness stipendOn Target Earnings Range: $90,000 - $130,000