Inside Sales Operations Specialist (Affiliate)
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The Opportunity:
CNET Group is seeking a high-energy, detail-oriented Inside Sales Operations Specialist to join our global affiliate team. This role is a critical component of our new "Vertical Pod" structure, providing essential support to our U.S.-based Account Executives.
You will act as the engine of the sales cycle, handling high-volume "low-touch" tasks—such as advertiser vetting and initial RFP responses—to ensure our senior sellers can focus on high-value strategic closing and portfolio growth. This is an ideal role for a candidate looking to launch a career in digital performance marketing within the top media publishers in technology.
Efficiency-Driven: You thrive in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple "low-touch" tasks without losing attention to detail.
Analytical & Strategic: You have a knack for turning data insights into actionable summaries for the sales team.
Strong Communicator: You possess excellent written English skills, essential for drafting professional responses to global brands and collaborating with U.S.-based teams.
Agile Learner: You embrace the core value of "Evolve and Adapt Quickly," moving between administrative execution and sales support as team priorities shift.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead Vetting & Qualification: Perform initial screening and vetting for a high volume of new brand leads (including those from international partner events) to determine budget alignment and partnership fit.
Sales Support & RFPs: Assist Account Executives in drafting basic RFP (Request for Proposal) responses and preparing sales collateral to move prospects through the funnel to "Booked" revenue.
Campaign Execution: Handle the administrative setup and execution of affiliate campaigns, ensuring all tracking links, creative assets, and flat-fee placements are correctly deployed.
Data & Reporting: Monitor campaign performance metrics and generate regular reports for internal stakeholders to identify optimization opportunities.
Team Sustainability: Provide administrative relief for affiliate selling team members, managing the execution-heavy tasks that allow the broader team to scale toward aggressive quarterly goals.
CRM Management: Maintain accurate records in Salesforce and Asana to ensure the sales pipeline is tracked with precision and reflects real-time progress.
Job Qualifications:
Experience: 1–2 years of experience in Sales Operations, Inside Sales, or Digital Marketing. Experience in Affiliate Marketing or the tech industry is a significant plus.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
Technical Proficiency: High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data sorting, basic formulas) and use of AI in workflows is required. Familiarity with Salesforce or affiliate networks (Impact, CJ, Rakuten) is preferred.
Language: Confident verbal and written English communication skills.
About Ziff Davis
Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD) is a vertically focused digital media and internet company whose portfolio includes leading brands in technology, shopping, gaming and entertainment, connectivity, health, cybersecurity, and martech. Today, Ziff Davis is focused on seven key verticals – Technology, Connectivity, Shopping, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Cybersecurity and Marketing Technology. Its brands include IGN, Mashable, RetailMeNot, PCMag, Humble Bundle, Spiceworks, Ookla (Speedtest), RootMetrics, Everyday Health, BabyCenter, Moz, iContact and Vipre Security.
Our Benefits
Ziff Davis Performance Marketing( ZDPM) offers competitive salaries in addition to robust, health and wellness-focused benefits. We are committed to work-life balance with paid time off, paid holidays and extended leave of absence, when you need it.
At Ziff Davis, we remain dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We offer Employee Resource Groups, company-sponsored events, and regular opportunities for professional growth through educational support, mentorship programs, and career development resources. Our employees are recognized and celebrated through employee engagement programs and recognition awards.
If you're seeking a dynamic and collaborative work environment where you can see the direct impact of your performance and thrive both personally and professionally, then ZDPM is the place for you.
