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Fanatics

CRM & Loyalty Lead (9 Month FTC)

Hybrid

Manchester, United kingdom

Senior

Full Time

05-10-2025

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Leadership CRM Team Leadership Marketing Email Marketing

Job Specifications

Job Description

Role Purpose

This is a maternity cover role for our CRM Lead, offering a unique opportunity to shape the future of CRM at Fanatics International. Working closely with the Ecommerce Director, you'll help define and drive the CRM strategy across some of the biggest names in global sport -- including PSG, Chelsea, the F1 Store, and more.

You'll lead a passionate team of five and be responsible for elevating CRM planning, automation, retention, and channel diversification. We're looking for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, is process-driven, commercially minded, and excited by the idea of working at the heart of sport and ecommerce.

Key Responsibilities

Lead a growing CRM team in delivering world-class customer journeys across multiple partner sites and international markets
Embed a best-in-class trade and campaign planning process that is responsive to live sporting moments and seasonal commercial priorities
Work closely with the Retention Manager and Executive to optimise all automated and triggered campaigns, ensuring our lifecycle journeys drive repeat revenue
Expand the CRM channel mix beyond email -- including SMS, WhatsApp, app messaging, and other emerging platforms
Oversee segmentation strategy, helping to deliver highly personalised experiences across the customer lifecycle
Inspire and develop a high-performing CRM team with a strong sense of ownership and collaboration
Partner with the Ecommerce Director to shape the long-term CRM vision (2-3 years), with a focus on innovation and measurable growth

What We're Looking For

5+ years' experience in CRM roles within eCommerce or retail, ideally in multi-brand or fast-growth environments
Proven team leadership experience, with a passion for developing people
Strong commercial awareness with a love of trade planning and performance data
Deep knowledge of email marketing, customer retention, lifecycle automation, and segmentation
Confidence working cross-functionally and building influence across departments
Experience with Adobe Experience Cloud (or similar ESP) is a plus
Genuine interest in sport is an advantage, but not essential
Clear understanding of GDPR and CRM compliance best practices

What You'll Get

Competitive salary
Flexible working (3 days in the office, 2 remote)
The opportunity to lead CRM for some of the world's most exciting sports brands
A collaborative, fast-paced environment where your ideas will shape the future
Access to mentoring, professional development, and growth opportunities

About the Company

Fanatics is a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports... Know more