Manager, Rouge Crew, Customer & Onboard Experience- Inflight Services -9 Month Contract

Manager, Rouge Crew, Customer & Onboard Experience- Inflight Services (9-month contract) Scope: Reporting to Senior Director, In-Flight Service, this role is critical to oversee leadership of onboard customer & crew experience, customer satisfaction and promote/achieve consistent customer service excellence. In addition, this role ensures clear, consistent on-brand internal communication for Air Canada Rouge. Responsibilities: Champion and model a safety‑first culture in all day‑to‑day operations. Lead and execute the internal communications strategy across Air Canada Rouge, including writing, editing, content development and channel management, ensuring clear, engaging, and on-brand communications. Analyze customer feedback trends and develop targeted strategies to address insights through various avenues including internal communications and learning and development. Lead and oversee employee engagement and crew experience initiatives to strengthen culture, drive performance and enhance the employee experience. Oversee the design and delivery of customer service training Programs, including Foundations for Excellence, Annual Refreshers, and other service‑focused initiatives. Provide Rouge Crew with coaching, support, and direction through the Onboard Experience Mentor Program, ensuring alignment with corporate protocols and expectations. Collaborate with senior management to identify and address priority areas to maintain and improve onboard service delivery compliance. Own and monitor Customer Service Excellence KPIs; partner with key stakeholders to develop action plans and present updates to the Senior Leadership Team. Ensure the Air Canada Rouge Common Purpose and Quality Standards are embedded across all customer service touchpoints, internal communications, and daily operational activities. Oversee and continuously improve departmental business processes. Work shift schedules, including weekends, as required. Travel for business purposes when necessary. Support Flight Attendant recruitment activities as needed. Perform additional duties and responsibilities as delegated by the Senior Director, In‑Flight Services. Knowledge and Skills Required: Bachelors Degree in communications, or related field. A minimum of 5 years of communications and or management experience. Must have integrity, discretion, confidentiality and professionalism; Must possess and demonstrate strong Customer Service and interpersonal skills; Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate; Strong organizational skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office products Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize work, manage deliverables and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Able to think critically and exercise independent and sound judgment in anticipating needs and taking initiative. Excellent interpersonal skills, able thrive in a team-oriented environment. Ability to work independently and work well with others and communicate effectively to people on all levels. Diversity and Inclusion Air Canada Rouge is committed to fostering a diverse workplace. We celebrate the unique contributions of our employees and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to create an accessible and rewarding environment for all. Please note that preference will be given to bilingual candidates.

The manager will lead internal communications and crew experience initiatives to ensure consistent customer service excellence across Air Canada Rouge. They are responsible for analyzing customer feedback, overseeing training programs, and monitoring key performance indicators to drive operational compliance.

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in communications or a related field and possess at least 5 years of management or communications experience. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills are required to thrive in this fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• LeadershipPreferred
• Data analysisPreferred
• Microsoft OfficePreferred
• Project managementPreferred

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• Internal communications
• Customer service excellence
• Leadership
• Coaching
• Employee engagement
• Content development
• Data analysis
• Training program design
• Performance management
• Stakeholder management
• Strategic planning
• Microsoft Office
• Interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking
• Organizational skills
• Project management
• Channel Management
• Internal Communication Strategy
• Professionalism
• Organizational Skills
• Multilingualism
• Management
• Business Process
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Confidentiality
• Critical Thinking
• Customer Service Training
• Employee Engagement
• Internal Communications
• Interpersonal Communications
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Operations
• Proactivity
• Writing
• Team Oriented
• Prioritization
• Content Editing

• Management & Leadership
• Customer Service & Support
• Transportation
• Human Resources
• Customer Experience Manager
• Sales and Marketing Managers
• First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week