Product Manager

Job Description

The overall purpose of this position as a Product Manager is to generate profitable revenues by developing and managing products and services. You will be responsible for all aspects relating to delivering a successful Product for Incoming and Outbound.

MAJOR AREA OF RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (Your job description will be but not limited to the following)

-Negotiating competitive rates, exclusive inclusions and service level agreements with suppliers.
-Continually reviewing the performance of the product (sales / competitor analysis) and recommending strategies to gain market share whilst maintaining product margins
-Develop exclusive agreements where possible to facilitate the growth of the destinations
-Develop an innovative and well-presented product range which is reputable within the market and intended audience
-Ensure Product Coordinators are loading rates and contracts into the contract system
-Write and maintain accuracy of appealing itinerary descriptions
– Manage and maintain vendor relationships along with contract administration
Collaborate closely with Marketing department

-To attend travel trade shows (if relevant) and other industry functions as necessary to continually research & develop products and relationships.
Collaborate with Operations department to define operational delivery standards
Assist with vendor performance management, as needed
Provide training for sales and reservations staff on products and destinations
· 10+ years of management experience in travel industry; experience with product management, contracting and pricing required
· Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in travel, business administration, marketing or related field
· Advanced analytical skills with demonstrated ability to work through the development of complex business solutions
· Strong communicator, both written and verbal, with the ability to direct the actions of others
· Must be flexible and responsive to changing priorities while working under pressure to meet immediate deadlines
· Collaborative nature with the ability to interact with a variety of staff from all levels, including heavy interaction with executive team
· Willingness to travel occasionally (domestically and/or internationally) for trade shows, product contracting, planning and destination familiarization
In order to be considered for this role, you will need to have a strong travel industry background in product coordination and product management.

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Industry
Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Employment Type
Full-time

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