Job Description

Come aboard our Genoa offices as a Product Experience Innovation Manager and join our dynamic Marketing & Direct Sales team. You will bring a breath of innovation and an analytical approach to the management of Costa's product.In particular, you will have a strategic impact working close to several departments to enhance Costa’s brand experience and drive revenue growth. By leveraging insights and developing innovative strategies, the role will focus on attracting and engaging both customers and prospects through unique and memorable experiences.

Who we are:

Welcome to our global family! We take pride in our diverse community of over 20,000 professionals from 70 different countries and cultures. At Costa, we believe in open communication, positivity, and support. We foster an environment built on trust and transparency, where everyone's voice is heard.

How you’ll live your ambition:

Come aboard our Genoa offices as a Product Experience Innovation Manager and join our dynamic Marketing & Direct Sales team.  Get ready to explore new horizons and transform our product thanks to winning strategies that will enchant our customers.

Demonstrate your passion

• By Developing and implementing innovative product strategies to enhance customer experience and drive brand differentiation.
• By Collaborating with the Product team to design and refine new services and experiences, ensuring alignment with customer expectations and market trends.
• You will allign event production, brand storytelling, and marketing objectives to create memorable customer experiences.
• You will Lead and execute product activations, delivering impactful and engaging experiences for customers and prospects.

Get things right

• At the heart of our strategy are the customers. For this reason, you will support the Brand and Advertising team in crafting compelling narratives around innovative product experiences.
• You will drive cross-functional initiatives to ensure seamless execution of new product launches and enhancements.
• Overseeing the end-to-end production of experiential marketing events, from concept development to execution, ensuring high-quality delivery and brand consistency.
• Identifying  and developing strategic partnerships to enhance the brand offering and expand market opportunities.

What makes you unique:

• You are a creative and strategic thinker with proven experience in product experience development, ideally in the travel, hospitality, or events industries.
• Your journey should encompass significant experiences (at least 8 years) as a Product Marketing Manager, Event Marketing Manager, or Event Producer in global companies or global event agencies.
• You have the ability to transform customer insights into actionable marketing and product strategies.
• You have expertise in event production, including large-scale brand activations and experiential marketing events.
• You excel in designing and implementing engaging and memorable customer experiences.
• You possess strong project management skills, coordinating multiple stakeholders to deliver end-to-end product experiences and initiatives.
• You demonstrate excellent collaboration and communication skills in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.
• You approach challenges with a proactive and problem-solving mindset.
• You have a robust background in marketing, event management, or related fields.
• You embrace diversity and communicate fluently in English.

Why Costa

• Each day, you'll have the opportunity to engage with different stakeholders, giving a significant impact on the Marketing & Direct Sales strategies.
• You'll be located at our Genoa offices, where our strategies pulse to life and our ships set sail. Plus, you'll have the flexibility to work remotely or to travel on our ships, adding an extra layer of freedom to your experience.

Diversity Equity & Inclusion

Costa is like a world within a world. Shipboard and shoreside, we are an extraordinary melting pot of different backgrounds, experiences, ages and cultures. Each of us brings unique insights and perspectives. All of us are valued and respected for who we are. Costa is a global community where everyone belongs.

Join us, let's set sail on an unforgettable journey together. Apply today to drive success and live your ambition!

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