Sales Manager (Affiliate Marketing)

Awin, a global leader in performance-based affiliate marketing, is seeking a Sales Manager (Affiliate Marketing) to join their Mid-Market sales team in London or Manchester. This role focuses on managing and developing a personal sales pipeline to secure high-revenue merchants for the network. Reporting to the Mid-Market Sales Team Leader, the position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about sales to make a significant impact and advance their careers.

The Sales Manager will be responsible for executing strategic plans to achieve sales targets and expand the customer base across the respective market(s). Key tasks include managing the complete sales cycle—prospecting, qualifying leads, responding to RFIs and RFPs, presenting proposals, negotiating terms, and closing deals—while ensuring compliance with company standards and legal terms. The role also involves accurately managing and updating the sales pipeline in Salesforce, collaborating with internal teams such as Finance, Integrations, and Account Development to ensure a smooth transition for new clients, and conducting in-depth research on target brands, including their current affiliate activities, key contacts, and industry positioning.

Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in commercial roles focused on new business development in affiliate marketing, digital marketing, B2B marketplaces, or related industries. A proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets, excellent communication and relationship-building skills, proficiency with and sales pipeline software, and advanced computer literacy, including skills with the MS Office suite, are essential. The ability to effectively liaise with clients and stakeholders at various levels of seniority and to drive projects autonomously in a fast-paced international environment is also required.

Awin offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a four-day Flexi-Week at full pay, a hybrid working model, work expense contributions, remote working furniture, pension contributions, private medical insurance, electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, and a workplace nursery benefit. Additional global offerings include health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and development via Awin Academy, and peer-to-peer recognition programs.

Established in 2000, Awin is proud of its dynamic, social, and inclusive culture. The company emphasizes diversity and inclusion, welcoming all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Awin is part of the Axel Springer group, reflecting its commitment to growth and innovation in the affiliate marketing industry.