Senior Director, Marketing

Los Angeles, CA (On-site)

$175K/yr – $215K/yrSenior LevelFull time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job Summary

Own the end-to-end AI-driven marketing and GTM strategy, spanning demand generation, ABM, and AI-first product marketing, while building scalable operations that tie to measurable revenue impact.

  • Lead GTM for AI-native capabilities and launches
  • Align Marketing with Sales to optimize MQL/SQL and pipeline

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Demand Generation & Revenue Marketing - Build and scale full-funnel campaigns — inbound, outbound, paid, ABM, and PLS — to generate pipeline and accelerate deal velocity across segments.
  • - Own conversion optimization across all digital channels: website, landing pages, in-product CTAs, and campaign flows.
  • - Align tightly with Sales to improve MQL quality, increase SQL conversion, and grow marketing-attributed and influenced revenue.
  • - Develop ABM strategies targeting Fortune 1000 accounts, combining data-driven personalization with executive-level content.
  • - Track and optimize key performance metrics: MQLs, SQLs, CPL, CPA, ROAS, and pipeline contribution.
  • Brand & Strategic Positioning - Own and continuously evolve the brand narrative across the AI-powered Research Engine, AI Agents, Online Communities, and UX solutions — positioning Fuel Cycle as the defining platform for AI-native consumer intelligence.
  • - Lead category creation efforts that establish Fuel Cycle's AI-powered Research Engine as the standard for modern insights — creating clear separation from legacy platforms and traditional research firms.
  • - Develop and execute full-funnel marketing strategies to drive awareness, demand, and revenue growth across all channels and buyer segments.
  • - Establish and amplify Fuel Cycle's thought leadership voice in AI-driven market research, agentic insights workflows, and the future of consumer intelligence.
  • - Translate strategic company goals into actionable, measurable marketing plans aligned with executive priorities.

Requirements

  • 7+ years in B2B marketing roles, including 2+ years in a marketing leadership or management position within B2B SaaS, AI-powered software, or insights/research technology
  • Demonstrated success leading GTM efforts for AI-native, disruptive, or emerging category products with clear market differentiation
  • Deep expertise in PLS mechanics: self-serve funnels, freemium models, PQL frameworks, in-product engagement, and PLS-to-enterprise expansion motions
  • Proven application of AI tools in marketing strategy, content operations, campaign execution, and performance optimization
  • Strong command of user analytics and behavior tools (e.g., Amplitude, Mixpanel, Pendo) to instrument and optimize PLS funnels
  • Experience engaging enterprise-level buyers — CMOs, CPOs, CFOs, and Insights leaders — with targeted content, ABM strategies, and executive programs
  • Track record of building high-performing, cross-functional marketing teams and launching integrated campaigns that drive measurable revenue impact
  • Proven ability to align PLS, growth, product, and lifecycle marketing around unified business goals
  • Based in Los Angeles — this is an in-person, HQ-based role in West Los Angeles

Preferred

  • Experience in high-growth, venture-backed SaaS companies scaling through PLS motions
  • Familiarity with AI/ML platform marketing, agentic software, or the market research technology ecosystem
  • Advanced degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field
  • Experience with modern martech stacks: marketing automation, CDP, ABM platforms, and AI-native analytics tools

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage : Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
  • 401(k) with Company Match : Plan for your future with our retirement savings program
  • Equity Purchase Option : Participate in Fuel Cycle’s long-term success
  • Flexible Work Schedule : Empowering you to balance life and work
  • Generous Time Off : 15 vacation days and 7 sick days per year, 12 company holidays, 4 floating holidays/recharge days to rest or celebrate what matters to you
  • Paid Parental Leave : Time to bond with your growing family
  • Monthly Internet & Phone Stipend : Support for remote work setup
  • Wellness & Lifestyle Perks : Access to tools like Rightway, Headspace, Peloton, and more
  • Team Connection Perks : Weekly community lunches, refreshments, and snacks at our LA & NY headquarters
  • Pet-friendly office environments
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Fuel Cycle

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Fuel Cycle accelerates decision-making for iconic brands. We don’t just help you make decisions – we make them faster, smarter, and with precision. Unlock the insights you need to launch groundbreaking products, dominate customer acquisition, and outpace the competition.With the Fuel Cycle Platform driving the most powerful insights communities, brands connect with their audiences at a deeper level, extracting bold, actionable insights that fuel fearless business moves.

Founded in 2005
Los Angeles, California, USA
159 employees (9 in marketing)
45% recommend to a friend
48% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
17.1K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$24.1K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
36.1%
Direct
44.5%
Referral
11.9%
Social
6.1%
Paid
1.2%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~159

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
9 (6% of company)
Median Tenure
3.5 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1

Funding

Total Funding
$25.6M
Last Raise
$7.5M
Series Unknown, 15 years ago

Funding History

  • Oct 2010
    Series Unknown • $7.5M
  • Mar 2008
    Series C • $8M
  • Jul 2007
    Series B • $8.3M

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