Influencer Marketing Manager (Sales & Account Management)
About the Role
We are looking for a confident, high-energy Influencer Marketing Manager who can own both the conversion and management of influencers within the SwipeHealth affiliate program.
This is a sales-meets-account-management role where you will be responsible for converting inbound influencer leads into active partners, and then ensuring their long-term success within the program.
You will be the face of the brand in these conversations, so strong communication skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to build rapport quickly are essential.
Key Responsibilities
Inbound Sales & Conversion
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Handle inbound calls with influencers who have expressed interest in the affiliate program
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Lead 15-minute discovery/sales calls to convert influencers into partners
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Clearly communicate the value of the SwipeHealth affiliate program
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Overcome objections and confidently close influencers on joining
Influencer Account Management
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Manage relationships with onboarded influencers
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Monitor performance and ensure influencers meet posting and campaign requirements
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Provide guidance and support to help influencers succeed
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Maintain regular communication to keep engagement high
Performance Tracking & Optimization
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Track influencer activity and campaign performance
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Identify underperformance and proactively address it
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Ensure influencers are aligned with brand expectations and deliverables
Communication & Coordination
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Act as the main point of contact for influencers
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Ensure a smooth onboarding and ongoing experience
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Collaborate with internal teams as needed to improve processes and results
Requirements (Must-Have)
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Fluent English with little to no noticeable accent (ESSENTIAL)
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Strong sales ability – confident closing deals on calls
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Experience in account management or client-facing roles
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Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
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Ability to think quickly and handle objections in real-time
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Highly organized and able to manage multiple influencer relationships
Nice to Have
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Experience in influencer marketing or affiliate programs
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Background in sales, partnerships, or business development
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Familiarity with performance tracking or campaign metrics
Ideal Candidate Profile
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Commercially minded – understands both revenue and relationships
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Confident and persuasive without being pushy
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Proactive and able to manage accounts independently
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Strong cultural alignment with US-based clients and communication style
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Based in South Africa or a similar region with strong English fluency
Why This Role
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Blend of sales + relationship management (not just admin)
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High-impact role directly influencing growth
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Opportunity to work with a growing affiliate/influencer program
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Full ownership of your pipeline and accounts
About the Role
We are looking for a confident, high-energy Influencer Marketing Manager who can own both the conversion and management of influencers within the SwipeHealth affiliate program.
This is a sales-meets-account-management role where you will be responsible for converting inbound influencer leads into active partners, and then ensuring their long-term success within the program.
You will be the face of the brand in these conversations, so strong communication skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to build rapport quickly are essential.
Key Responsibilities
Inbound Sales & Conversion
-
Handle inbound calls with influencers who have expressed interest in the affiliate program
-
Lead 15-minute discovery/sales calls to convert influencers into partners
-
Clearly communicate the value of the SwipeHealth affiliate program
-
Overcome objections and confidently close influencers on joining
Influencer Account Management
-
Manage relationships with onboarded influencers
-
Monitor performance and ensure influencers meet posting and campaign requirements
-
Provide guidance and support to help influencers succeed
-
Maintain regular communication to keep engagement high
Performance Tracking & Optimization
-
Track influencer activity and campaign performance
-
Identify underperformance and proactively address it
-
Ensure influencers are aligned with brand expectations and deliverables
Communication & Coordination
-
Act as the main point of contact for influencers
-
Ensure a smooth onboarding and ongoing experience
-
Collaborate with internal teams as needed to improve processes and results
Requirements (Must-Have)
-
Fluent English with little to no noticeable accent (ESSENTIAL)
-
Strong sales ability – confident closing deals on calls
-
Experience in account management or client-facing roles
-
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
-
Ability to think quickly and handle objections in real-time
-
Highly organized and able to manage multiple influencer relationships
Nice to Have
-
Experience in influencer marketing or affiliate programs
-
Background in sales, partnerships, or business development
-
Familiarity with performance tracking or campaign metrics
Ideal Candidate Profile
-
Commercially minded – understands both revenue and relationships
-
Confident and persuasive without being pushy
-
Proactive and able to manage accounts independently
-
Strong cultural alignment with US-based clients and communication style
-
Based in South Africa or a similar region with strong English fluency
Why This Role
-
Blend of sales + relationship management (not just admin)
-
High-impact role directly influencing growth
-
Opportunity to work with a growing affiliate/influencer program
-
Full ownership of your pipeline and accounts
