Affiliate Partnerships Manager

Note: We are currently only looking for candidates based in the Boulder/Denver Metro area or who are willing to relocate here in the next 2 months

About Kion 

Our purpose is to help people feel good in their bodies, and our niche is DTC, premium, fundamental, healthspan supplements.

Job Overview

This is not a platform management role. This is a growth ownership role with revenue and channel performance accountability.

Primary Metrics

• New customer acquisition


• Active number of creators


• Average new customers per creator


• Channel-level CAC and profitability

Key Functions

• Owning overall performance of the commission-based creator channel across various social platforms


• Creator funnel optimization (recruiting → onboarding → activation → contribution)


• Developing incentive structures, commission tiers, and performance bonuses


• Analyzing cohort performance and optimizing for productivity and CAC efficiency


• Expanding affiliate programs into new social channels and formats


• Designing creator campaigns (goals, incentives, eligibility requirements)


• Developing clear creator briefs and messaging frameworks


• Identifying and proposing new creator growth opportunities


• Funneling high-performing affiliate creative into paid ads


• Building scalable communication systems (newsletters, onboarding flows, promo calendars)


• Managing a remote team of program administrators

The Right Fit

Culturally, as a team of individuals we value…

• Do Your Best: solution-oriented, resourceful, proactive creativity, hard-working, pride in the quality of one’s efforts, respect for deep work, be a team player


• Desire for Self Awareness: believe that we are always growing and developing; desire to understand one’s own drives, impulses, feelings, thoughts, and behaviors


• Passion for Professional Growth: enjoy new challenges; committed to growing a great company and having a big impact; excited about mastering your domain


• Fun Loving: doesn’t take oneself too seriously; have fun; feel and express joy


• Courageous Communication: candor in difficult situations; openness to communicate in new ways; willingness to listen deeply
  
  

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates who are:

• Highly reliable, detail-oriented, and self-directed, with strong judgment, and clear communication skills


• 4 years experience in affiliate program management (Aspire, GRIN, or similar platforms)
  
  

Skills and abilities of an ideal candidate:

• 6+ years experience in affiliate, creator, influencer, or performance partnerships within e-commerce


• Experience scaling commission-based acquisition channels


• Strong understanding of CAC, LTV, AOV, ROAS, conversion rate, and partner-level profitability


• Experience designing commission structures, bonus tiers, and promotional strategies that drive incremental revenue


• Proven ability to recruit, onboard, and scale high-performing affiliate partners


• Management experience


• Experience with Aspire, GRIN, or similar platforms preferred but not required


• Strong working knowledge of affiliate tracking platforms and attribution fundamentals
  
  

Job Details

• Full-time, $99,300-$120,200/annually DOE;


• Hybrid Work Schedule


• Based in North Central Boulder;


• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance;


• Paid Time Off + Holidays;


• Team adventures, retreats, and parties;


• Monthly phone stipend;


• Discounted and free supplements;


• Exceptional opportunities for professional growth. 


• We are currently only looking for candidates based in the Boulder/Denver Metro area

Application Instructions

If you want Kion to be a part of your future, please follow these steps:

1. Check out GetKion.com and learn about what we offer,


2. If you like what you see, apply, and let’s talk!

*Please note - we have an extensive interview process consisting of an online video interview, video conference interviews, and in office meeting(s). We are looking to make an offer by middle of May.

Thank you - we look forward to working with you!