Role: Influencer Marketing Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy & Planning;

- Develop, own, and execute end-to-end influencer marketing strategies across platforms such as Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, Snapchat, and emerging social platforms (e.g, Threads, BeReal).

- Define KPIs and success metrics (reach, engagement rate, conversion, CAC, ROI, CPM, CPV) to ensure campaigns are aligned with brand and performance objectives.

- Conduct competitive benchmarking and market research to identify opportunities for brand positioning via influencer collaborations.

Influencer Identification & Onboarding:

- Identify, evaluate, and onboard influencers/creators using analytics-driven tools (e.g, Upfluence, AspireIQ, Traackr, CreatorIQ).

- Assess influencer audience demographics, authenticity, engagement quality, and brand fit using data-backed validation (fake follower analysis, engagement authenticity, audience overlap).

- Build structured influencer tiers (nano, micro, macro, celebrity) and optimize mix based on campaign objectives and budgets.

Campaign Execution & Management:

- Negotiate contracts, pricing models (flat fee, CPA, revenue share, barter, gifting), and ensure cost-effective ROI-driven partnerships.

- Oversee briefing, content approval, and compliance checks (FTC guidelines, ASCI regulations, brand safety policies).

- Manage influencer relationships to ensure content quality, brand alignment, and timely deliverables.

- Coordinate with cross-functional teams (brand, creative, performance marketing) for integrated campaign execution.

Analytics & Reporting:

- Track and analyze influencer campaign performance via tools like Google Analytics, Meta Ads Manager, Tagger, Sprout Social, or native platform insights.

- Provide detailed reports on engagement rate, impressions, conversions, CAC, ROI, and LTV impact.

- Optimize influencer mix and content types (Reels, Shorts, Lives, Podcasts, Carousels, Blogs) based on performance data.

Relationship Management & Networking:

- Build and maintain long-term partnerships with influencers, talent agencies, and content creators.

- Leverage influencer networks for brand advocacy, ambassador programs, and community building.

- Stay updated on trends, regulations, algorithms, and competitor strategies to continuously refine campaigns.

Requirements:

- Experience: 3-5 years of proven expertise in influencer marketing, preferably in consumer-facing brands, D2C, or e-commerce.

- Platform Knowledge: Strong understanding of social media algorithms, influencer ecosystems, paid + organic amplification strategies.

- Data Skills: Ability to interpret social media analytics, conversion data, influencer ROI metrics, and translate them into actionable insights.

- Communication & Negotiation: Excellent skills in influencer outreach, contract negotiation, and stakeholder communication.

- Tech & Tools: Hands-on experience with influencer discovery and analytics platforms, campaign tracking dashboards, and CRM tools.

- Execution Ability: Strong multitasking skills to manage multiple campaigns simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

- Creative Eye: Understanding of content trends, storytelling, and platform-specific content formats