Influencer and Partnerships Manager

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TypeFull-time job
LocationSouth Africa
Posted2 hours ago
We're looking for an Influencer and Partnerships Manager to own outreach across influencer relationships, brand and magazine partnerships, and B2B lead generation for a data-driven marketing agency serving DTC and B2B clients. This role is primarily relationship and marketing-driven — roughly 70 percent of your time will be spent on influencer outreach and partnership development, with the remaining 30 percent focused on B2B inside sales and lead generation.
This is not a pure sales role. You need a marketing mindset, an understanding of how influencer and partnership programs work in the DTC space, and the ability to build genuine relationships with creators, publications, and brand partners. A strong plus is the ability to use AI tools to automate and scale outreach workflows so you can operate at a higher volume without sacrificing quality. If you are a confident communicator, organized, and comfortable working across multiple outreach channels simultaneously, this role is a strong fit.
Why You'll Want to Join

You will be paid in USD (bi-monthly: every 15th and 30th)

Paid Time Off in accordance with company policy

Observance of Holidays per company guidelines

100% remote setup so you can work wherever you're most productive

This role requires availability during US business hours

Work across a diverse portfolio of DTC and B2B clients with real creative and commercial variety

High-ownership outreach role with direct impact on brand partnerships, influencer relationships, and new business pipeline

What You'll Work On
Influencer Outreach and Relationship Management

Identify, research, and reach out to relevant influencers and content creators across platforms including Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube

Build and maintain ongoing relationships with influencer partners from initial outreach through campaign execution

Manage influencer communications, negotiate terms, and coordinate deliverables

Track influencer performance and maintain an organized database of active and prospective partners

Brand and Magazine Partnerships

Identify and pursue partnership opportunities with relevant publications, media brands, and complementary companies

Conduct outreach to editorial teams, partnership managers, and brand collaborators

Develop and maintain relationships with magazine and media contacts that can drive brand visibility for clients

Coordinate partnership agreements and ensure all parties are aligned on expectations and deliverables

B2B Lead Generation and Inside Sales

Conduct outbound outreach to B2B prospects via email and LinkedIn on behalf of clients

Qualify leads and maintain an organized pipeline of active prospects

Support inside sales efforts by building prospect lists, personalizing outreach, and following up on open opportunities

Log activity and track pipeline progress accurately

AI-Powered Outreach and Automation

Use AI tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, or similar platforms to research prospects, draft personalized outreach, and build scalable workflows

Identify and implement automations that increase outreach volume without reducing quality

Continuously improve outreach processes using data and performance feedback

What You Bring

Marketing background with a genuine understanding of influencer marketing, brand partnerships, and DTC growth strategies

Proven experience in influencer outreach, partnerships, or a similar relationship-building role

Comfortable conducting B2B outreach and managing a lead generation workflow alongside partnership work

Strong written English communication skills with the ability to write personalized, non-generic outreach that gets responses

Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple outreach tracks simultaneously without losing quality

Comfortable using AI tools to research, draft, and automate outreach workflows

Self-directed and proactive with strong follow-through on every relationship and pipeline item

Nice to Have

Experience working with DTC brands or a DTC-focused marketing agency

Familiarity with influencer marketing platforms such as AspireIQ, Grin, or similar tools

Experience with B2B sales engagement platforms such as Apollo, Outreach, or Salesloft

Background managing magazine or media partnerships for consumer brands

Experience building AI-powered outreach workflows or automations

How to Apply
Please include:

Your updated resume

A short Loom video (1 to 2 minutes) introducing yourself, describing your experience in influencer outreach or brand partnerships, and walking through how you would approach building and scaling an outreach program for a new DTC client

Only candidates who submit a Loom video will be moved to the next step of the hiring process.
If you are a marketing-minded relationship builder who can run influencer programs, develop brand partnerships, and support B2B pipeline simultaneously, this role gives you the variety and the direct impact to do your best work.
Application Process Overview
Our comprehensive selection process ensures we find the right fit for both you and our clients:

Initial Application - Submit your application and complete our prequalifying questions

Video Introduction - Record an video introduction to showcase your communication skills and work experience

Role-Specific Assessment - Complete a homework assignment tailored to the position (if applicable)

Recruitment Interview - Initial screening with our talent team

Executive Interview - Meet with senior leadership to discuss role alignment

Client Interview - Final interview with the client team you'd be supporting

Background & Reference Check - Professional reference verification

Job Offer - Successful candidates receive a formal offer to join the team

Each stage is designed to evaluate your fit for the role while giving you insights into our company culture and expectations. We'll keep you informed throughout the process and provide feedback at each step.
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