VP, Client Growth Strategy Position Available In New York, New York

Company description From helping to invent the affiliate industry, to performance marketing and what comes next, we’ve earned a reputation for maintaining the largest, most reliable partnership-based platform and sterling service with a personal touch. With over 27 years of experience and 1,000+ associates across 7 different countries, CJ (formerly Commission Junction) is the most trusted and established name in performance marketing. We specialize in cultivating partnerships between top brands and trusted publishers to help them drive revenue and grow their businesses. CJ’s industry-leading solutions and services are what makes our innovative marketing technology (“martech”) the platform of choice for over 3,800 global brands across all industries including retail, travel, finance, technology, and home services. As part of Publicis Groupe, our data capabilities, future-focused tech, and strategic expertise power meaningful connections so brands can reach consumers wherever they are. We take just as much pride in our innovative technology and comprehensive data as we do in the expertise and dedication of our people. Our collaborative teams are equipped with advanced tools, training, and career development opportunities in order to provide our clients with cutting edge solutions, strategies, and support that drive meaningful results. In an industry with much uncharted territory, our people are a trusted a steady hand. So, what is Affiliate Marketing? Think about the last time you bought something online. Maybe your favorite influencer shared a product that caught your eye with a coupon to help save you some cash, or perhaps you already knew what you wanted to buy, but there were so many options that you needed help from a trusted review site. However you finally made your purchase, chances are you interacted with affiliate publishers along the way—whether they influenced you, provided helpful information, or made sure you got the best price, CJ provides the performance marketing platform that connects brands with publishers to create valuable resources frequently used by shoppers such as yourself. Here’s why you’ll love working here! In addition to competitive salaries, 401K matching, wellness reimbursement programs, life insurance, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, we also offer…

• Flexible time off, no accrual necessary
• Generous amount of paid holidays
• Company-sponsored team building events
• Employee Referral Program
• Annual recognition awards
• Flexible work arrangements
• Parental bonding leave
• Back-up child/elder care
• Employee discount program
• International SOS program
• Business Resource Groups- these employee-led groups join together around common interests, backgrounds, or demographic factors to help build an engaging, inclusive work environment for all.

… just to name a few of our great perks! Overview The Vice President of Client Growth Strategy functions as a trusted advisor to CJ Affiliate’s most strategic clients and leads a high-performing internal organization of 40-60 associates, including 3-5 Client Development Directors. This individual is responsible for driving year-over-year growth through strategic leadership, client penetration, and operational excellence. As a key member of the U.S. Within the Client Development leadership team, the VP assumes a pivotal role in crafting the future success of our clients, our product offerings, and our business. Responsibilities This role requires regular in-office attendance at our New York office and frequent travel to client offices. The successful candidate must be based in New York and committed to building strong, in-person relationships with both internal teams and external collaborators.

What you will be doing:

Lead a large portfolio of strategic accounts, ensuring consistent delivery of high-impact work that drives measurable growth. Partner with Client Development Directors and account teams to deliver strategic leadership, category expertise, and client happiness. Build and lead a high-performing, collaborative team across multiple locations, encouraging a culture of innovation, accountability, and excellence. Penetrate client organizations beyond affiliate contacts to engage senior customers and secure agreement for central initiatives and long-term investment. Act as a strategic partner to the Sales team, supporting business development and cross-functional collaboration. Identify and deliver new business opportunities by deeply understanding client goals, industry trends, and CJ’s capabilities. Develop and implement scalable growth strategies that align with client needs and CJ’s broader business objectives. Serve as an inspiring leader and advocate for coordinated marketing services, demonstrating internal resources to deliver comprehensive solutions. Chip in to the evolution of CJ’s client development model, team structure, and operational processes.

Qualifications What we look for:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience. 10+ years of experience in client development, account leadership, or business strategy—preferably within an agency, affiliate network, or performance marketing environment. Shown ability to build and maintain significant partnerships with senior client customers, including C-suite executives. Strong business insight with a consultative, analytical, and strategic attitude. Shown success in setting accurate revenue goals, forecasting performance, and consistently achieving or exceeding revenue targets. Experience across multiple verticals and industries, with a passion for using technology to drive marketing transformation. Deep understanding of performance marketing, resource planning, and growth strategy. Demonstrated ability to build and scale high-performing teams and operating models. Excellent communication, leadership, and social skills. Comfortable navigating sophisticated, ambiguous environments and driving clarity and alignment across teams. Additional information CJ is the leader in Performance Marketing. We take pride in our innovative technology, comprehensive data solutions and our people. We equip our teams with sophisticated tools, training and career development opportunities all to provide brand new solutions, strategies and support to deliver high quality results for our clients. We operate in a dynamic, collaborative team setting that values outstanding performance. As we evolve and grow as a business, so do you. We’re a community of creative and passionate problem solvers who go the distance to solve the tough questions, think creatively, and drive committed growth, for our clients—and ourselves. We cultivate and embody an inclusive and collaborative culture where varied perspectives are sought, relationships are valued, and people feel accepted with a sense of belonging in expressing themselves authentically. We pride ourselves in having a workplace environment that values both work and play. Business Resource Groups, Lively team outings, office events, and flexible time off mean a work life balance with colleagues that turn into lifelong friends. Conditions of Employment All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of certain background checks which unless prohibited by applicable law may include criminal history checks, employment verification, education verification, drug screens, credit checks, DMV checks (for driving positions only) and fingerprinting. Phenomenal People DesPhenomenal Benefits We know that we have some of the brightest and most dedicated associates in the world, and we believe in rewarding them accordingly. If you work here, expect competitive pay, comprehensive health coverage, and endless opportunities to advance your career. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation Range:

$146,490.00 – $230,460.00 annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be settled based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 8/7/25.

Qualifications:

What we look for: Bachelor s degree or equivalent professional experience. 10+ years of experience in client development, account leadership, or business strategy-preferably within an agency, affiliate network, or performance marketing environment. Shown ability to build and maintain significant partnerships with senior client customers, including C-suite executives. Strong business insight with a consultative, analytical, and strategic attitude. Shown success in setting accurate revenue goals, forecasting performance, and consistently achieving or exceeding revenue targets. Experience across multiple verticals and industries, with a passion for using technology to drive marketing transformation. Deep understanding of performance marketing, resource planning, and growth strategy. Demonstrated ability to build and scale high-performing teams and operating models. Excellent communication, leadership, and social skills. Comfortable navigating sophisticated, ambiguous environments and driving clarity and alignment across teams.