Senior Manager, Lifecycle Engagement & CRM

Calabasas, CA (On-site)

$130K/yr – $145K/yrSenior Level7+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own lifecycle engagement across acquisition, pre-cruise, onboard, and post-cruise to drive guest satisfaction, loyalty, and direct bookings, with cross-functional execution and data-driven optimization.

  • Lifecycle orchestration: translate strategy into end-to-end journeys across guest and advisor touchpoints.
  • Cross-functional execution: align marketing with Product, Operations, Revenue, Sales, and IT to deploy measurable programs.
  • Data-driven optimization: leverage segmentation, personalization, and unified data to improve conversions and LTV.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Partner closely with the SVP of Marketing to help define and evolve lifecycle engagement strategy across acquisition, pre-cruise, onboard, and post-cruise experiences
  • Translate lifecycle strategy into clear roadmaps, programs, and journey frameworks
  • Support the development of a cohesive end-to-end guest and advisor journey across all touchpoints
  • Execute and continuously optimize lifecycle programs spanning onboarding, engagement, retention, loyalty, and win-back
  • Identify and activate opportunities to increase customer lifetime value, repeat engagement, and direct bookings
  • Collaborate with Product, Operations, Revenue Management, Sales, and Technology teams to ensure lifecycle strategies are effectively executed across the full guest experience
  • Help bridge marketing strategy with real-world guest interactions, ensuring alignment across pre-travel, onboard, and service touchpoints
  • Support cross-functional initiatives that connect data, teams, and touchpoints into a unified engagement model
  • Lead execution of lifecycle programs across core audiences: Prospects: lead generation and nurturing; Guests: pre-, during, and post-cruise lifecycle; Travel advisors: engagement and retention
  • Ensure lifecycle touchpoints are orchestrated into a seamless and connected experience across channels

Requirements

  • 7–10 years of experience in lifecycle marketing, CRM, or customer engagement
  • Experience executing lifecycle strategies across full-funnel customer journeys
  • Strong working knowledge of segmentation, personalization, and customer data
  • Experience working across both direct-to-consumer and partner ecosystems
  • Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally beyond marketing, including with product and operations teams
  • Experience with CRM and marketing technology platforms (Salesforce or similar)
  • Strong analytical mindset with ability to translate insights into action

Preferred

  • The ideal candidate is both a strategic thinker and hands-on operator who combines customer insight, CRM expertise, and executional excellence to drive measurable business impact.