Growth Manager-AI Builder + Growth Marketer + Equestrian = The Role Nobody Else Is Posting

Opening Hook: You build AI systems. You run growth engines. And you have a horse in your life. Most companies don't care about that last part. We require it. Body: The Opportunity: Build the AI-Powered Growth Engine for Equestrian E-Commerce Schneiders Saddlery (75-year heritage brand, $12B equestrian market) is hiring a Growth Manager who's a genuine AI BUILDER -- not a prompt tourist -- who also happens to understand horses. We're not looking for someone who "uses ChatGPT daily." We want someone who: • Has BUILT production AI systems, automations, or custom applications • Deploys agentic AI for real business outcomes (monitoring, segmentation, optimization) • Practices "vibe coding" daily -- using Claude/ChatGPT to build things, not just ask questions • Creates Zapier/Make/n8n workflows with AI integration that actually run in production • Has built custom dashboards, data pipelines, or prototyped with AI-assisted code • Views AI as infrastructure, not a toy Why We Also Require Equestrian Background: Because the best AI system in the world can't tell you why a 200g fill blanket matters in November but a 100g is better for a clipped horse in a heated barn. Because knowing our community means knowing what to BUILD, not just how to build it. You're an active or former rider, a horse owner, or a deep enthusiast. Any discipline. The point is: you understand the customer because you ARE the customer. What You'll Build (AI-Powered Full-Stack Growth): 1. Paid Acquisition Intelligence • AI-assisted creative generation and rapid testing (50+ variants/month) • Automated bid optimization and budget allocation systems • Agentic competitor monitoring (pricing, promotions, new products) • Dynamic audience segmentation based on behavioral signals 2. Platform Optimization (Shopify) • Rapid landing page prototyping via AI-assisted code (hours, not weeks) • Systematic A/B testing (2-4 tests always running) • AI-powered personalization and product recommendations • Automated UX analysis from session recordings and heatmaps 3. Analytics & Attribution Systems • Custom dashboards and automated reporting pipelines • SQL queries for cohort analysis and LTV prediction • Multi-touch attribution models • AI-assisted anomaly detection and alerting 4. Marketing Automation Architecture • Agentic systems for monitoring, segmentation, and optimization • Workflows that eliminate 20-30 manual hours/month • Integration layer connecting Shopify, Klaviyo, GA4, ad platforms • Prompt libraries and AI templates for scaling content output 5. Equestrian-Informed Strategy • Content that speaks authentically to riders (because you are one) • Seasonal campaigns timed to actual equestrian buying patterns • Influencer partnerships with real riders, not generic influencers • Product page optimization based on how horse people actually shop Technical Requirements: Must-Have: • Active/former equestrian (rider, horse owner, or deep enthusiast) • 5-7 years growth marketing / DTC e-commerce • Portfolio of AI systems/tools you've BUILT (production, not experiments) • Shopify platform (hands-on implementation) • GA4 + SQL (analytics fluency) • Automation platforms (Zapier, Make, n8n, or similar) with AI integration • "Vibe coding" as daily practice Strong Preference: • Python basics for analytics/automation • Experience with LangChain, CrewAI, AutoGen, or agent frameworks • API integrations and webhook architectures • Deployed agentic AI in production environments • Built custom apps or tools from scratch using AI assistance Our Leadership Principles: • Systematize Everything: Automate standard work. Build systems that run without you. If you're doing it twice, build it once. • Actions Unlock Answers: Move before you're ready. Ship imperfect. Learn from production, not from planning. Our Core Values: • We Own the Outcome (no excuses, your metrics are yours) • We're In It With You (community-first, empathy-driven) • We Keep Growing (learners, always) • We're Built to Last (generations, not quarters) What You Get: • $132K-182K total comp ($110K-140K base + 20-30% bonus) • AI tool budget + autonomy to implement anything • Six-figure ad budget with decision authority • Direct collaboration with tech team on custom development • A role where BOTH your AI skills AND your horse life matter • Clear path: Manager -> Director -> VP • Family-owned = fast decisions, real autonomy, no approval committees Year 1 Impact: • 10K-20K new customers (30-50% YoY growth) • $2M-4M incremental revenue • 50-100 basis point CVR improvement • Marketing output scales via AI (not headcount) • 20-30 hours/month manual work eliminated via systems you build • 2-3 new channels launched profitably To Apply: Resume + cover letter + AI portfolio demonstrating: • AI systems/tools/automations you've BUILT (with architecture details) • Your equestrian background and how it informs your marketing thinking • Growth marketing wins with real numbers • Examples of "vibe coding" or technical builds Timeline: Spring 2026 start | Offers February/March Location: Chagrin Falls, OH (remote/hybrid available) Schneiders Saddlery | www.sstack.com Automate Everything. 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