Itinerary Planning Manager (all gender)

TUI Cruises GmbHHamburgstepstonepublished 09/03/2026
Must-have:RemoteHybrid

Location: Hamburg, HH, DE, 20097

Workplace: Hybrid

Type of contract: Permanent

Working time: 40 Stunden

Job ID: 140015

TUI Cruises is one of the leading cruise operators in the German-speaking market. The joint venture between TUI AG and the US cruise company Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. employs around 750 people in Hamburg and Berlin. A total of 136 onboard positions are managed directly by TUI Cruises .The Mein Schiff® brand operates a fleet of nine ships. Since the end of 2020, the Hapag-Lloyd Cruises brand, with a fleet of five ships, has also been part of TUI Cruises. The Mein Schiff® fleet offers contemporary premium cruise holidays at sea, including Mein Schiff 1 to Mein Schiff 7, as well as Mein Schiff Relax and Mein Schiff Flow . With a history spanning more than 130 years, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is the leading luxury and expedition cruise brand in the German-speaking market. Its fleet comprises MS EUROPA, MS EUROPA 2, HANSEATIC nature, HANSEATIC inspiration, and HANSEATIC spirit . TUI Cruises operates one of the world's most modern and environmentally and climate-friendly fleets.

TUI Cruises GmbH is looking for a full-time employee based in Hamburg at the earliest possible date:

Itinerary Planning Manager (all gender)

What awaits you

Develop and continuously optimize itineraries for the Mein Schiff fleet, considering commercial, operational, nautical, and guest experience considerations

Analyze existing routes and identify opportunities to enhance itinerary attractiveness and overall profitability

Design and evaluate alternative scenarios and develop innovative routing concepts for existing and emerging destinations

Leverage data-driven analyses and modern planning tools to support strategic itinerary planning decisions

Contribute to the ongoing development of the Mein Schiff fleet's sustainability and decarbonization strategy through route and port call optimization

Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders throughout the planning and decision-making process

Who we are looking for

University degree in Business Administration, Nautical Science, Tourism Management, or a comparable field of study or qualification

Experience in the cruise industry, itinerary planning, tourism, or a related field is desirable

Excellent written and spoken English skills

Strong sense of reliability, teamwork, and effective communication

Highly developed analytical skills, attention to detail, and a strong affinity for numbers and systems

Our benefits

Flexible working time policy with two remote days per week

Competitive salary package with annual performance bonus

Generous discounts on cruises across our fleets and many other discounts within the tourism industry

30 days' annual leave

Collaborative and values-driven culture built on respect, trust and sustainability

Regular performance and career development reviews to support your professional growth

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provided by voiio

Contribution towards your public transport season ticket and your PLUXEE Restaurant Pass

Modern, well-equipped workplace in a central location, just one "nautical mile" from Hamburg Hauptbahnhof

As well as many other comprehensive social and health benefits (JobRad, our own in-house gym, parent-child office, corporate fitness partnership with WELLPASS, in-house yoga classes, massage, company pension scheme and much more)

At every step, we keep our guests at the heart of everything we do.

Would you like to go the extra mile with us?

We look forward to receiving your application – regardless of your age, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, beliefs, sexual orientation, and/or disability. Please submit your complete and compelling application documents (cover letter, CV/resumé, references, certificates, and supporting documents) exclusively through our online application system.

Do you have any questions about TUI Cruises and/or our recruitment process? You can find comprehensive information and FAQs on our careers website. Alternatively, feel free to email us at hr@tuicruises.com . We will get back to you as quickly as possible.

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