AVP, Rewards Marketing
Synchrony is seeking a bold, entrepreneurial, and data-driven marketer to join our OnePay Marketing organization. This role will be at the center of defining and executing personalized lifecycle marketing strategies that drive activation, engagement, and retention across the customer journey. The ideal candidate will bring a fintech startup mindset - curious, resourceful, and energized by building from zero to scale. This person should be equally comfortable designing customer journeys, partnering with analytics and product teams to unlock personalization, and executing omnichannel campaigns that deliver measurable impact. While the core focus will be lifecycle marketing, the role requires versatility and a hands-on approach - supporting acquisition, loyalty, digital engagement, and full-funnel growth initiatives across the OnePay and Walmart ecosystems.
Essential Responsibilities :
- Develop, execute, and optimize personalized lifecycle marketing programs that engage customers from onboarding through long-term loyalty.
- Lead journey design, testing, and automation across email, SMS, mobile app, and digital channels in partnership with Rewards IT and OnePay to capitalize on personalization tools.
- Work directly with OnePay to build a trust-based relationship to execute on joint growth and engagement plans.
- Partner with Analytics, Product, and Technology to leverage data and behavioral triggers that deepen customer engagement.
- Build and manage multi-channel campaigns that drive activation, reward redemption, and retention for the OnePay Walmart credit product.
- Develop creative briefs, campaign calendars, and messaging strategies aligned with customer insights and brand tone.
- Collaborate with Loyalty, Digital, and Rewards Product teams to evolve the value proposition and enhance lifecycle touchpoints.
- Lead A / B testing, measurement, and continuous optimization to improve engagement, conversion, and ROI.
- Manage agency and internal creative partners to deliver high-impact communications on time and on brand.
- Ensure marketing compliance and operational excellence across all campaigns.
- Contribute to the broader OnePay growth strategy, bringing a test-and-learn mindset and helping shape new best practices in personalization, automation, and rewards engagement.
- Perform other tasks as assigned based on business needs.
Qualifications / Requirements :
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience leading lifecycle, CRM, or retention marketing campaigns; OR, in lieu of a degree, a high school diploma / GED and 8+ years of experience leading lifecycle, CRM, or retention marketing campaignsStrong knowledge of Workfront navigation to execute on marketing campaignsStrong background in data-driven marketing and personalization using CRM or marketing automation platforms (Salesforce Marketing Cloud preferred)Experience managing cross-channel marketing campaigns (email, mobile, digital, social, and direct mail)Proven ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentExcellent communication, organizational, and project-management skillsDesired Characteristics :
MBA or equivalent advanced degreeStrong relationship management skills to deepen partnershipsExperience in fintech, retail credit, loyalty, or rewards programsStrong analytical acumen - ability to interpret performance data and identify optimization opportunitiesCreative problem solver who enjoys testing, iterating, and building programs from the ground upFamiliarity with CRM platforms for automation and personalizationDemonstrated ability to manage agencies and cross-functional teamsHigh energy, self-starter mindset with a bias for action and experimentationPassionate about transforming customer experience through data, technology, and storytellingThe salary range for this position is 90,000.00 - 155,000.00 USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance. Actual compensation offered within the posted salary range will be based upon work experience, skill level, or knowledge. Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle.
Eligibility Requirements :
You must be 18 years or olderYou must have a high school diploma or equivalentYou must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding processYou must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance ActNew hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months' time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles. Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 18 months' time in position before they can post.All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don't meet the time in position or performance expectations)Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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