Product Manager
- Employer
- Travel Trade Recruitment
- Location
- South West London, London, England
- Salary
- £30000 - £40000 per annum
- Closing date
- 24 Apr 2019
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- Sector
- Tour Operator
- Hours
- Full Time
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Job function
- Product
Job Details
The main purpose of this role is to work closely with the Head of Product to develop, plan and deliver a range of profitable quality products to meet the strategic aims of the business. Negotiate the very best commercial termS to preserve and improve the company's market position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
⦁Product strategy, annual planning and development, in conjunction with the Head of Product
⦁Specification, direction and management of all air and ground supplier contracts to deliver the annual plan
⦁Negotiate strong commercial terms with all suppliers and build excellent and lasting relationships
⦁Proactively source exclusive special offers where possible and implement tactical opportunities through strong supplier working relationships.
⦁Work with Head of Marketing to identify opportunities and agree marketing plans and activities with key suppliers
⦁Pagination of all brochures, and proof reading & sign off on pages once produced.
⦁Regular analysis of given destinations sales performance, trends, to shape future activities and purchasing strategy.
⦁Management and motivation of Product Executive
⦁Training of consultants in the brochure and product offering
⦁Regularly review competitor activity.
⦁Review and implement systems, processes and technologies to ensure on going improvement in day to day efficiency and time management.
⦁As a key member of the senior management team you will be required to take on additional responsibilities relating to the running of the business
⦁New Product Development - assist in looking at future commercial opportunities
⦁To represent the company at travel industry events when required
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS REQUIRED
⦁Sound product knowledge of luxury Indian Ocean & Arabia is preferable. Experience in Europe / Caribbean and or other long-haul luxury markets would be an advantage.
⦁Proven experience gained as a Product Manager within a tour operator, ideally with a specialist, luxury brand or product
⦁Commercially astute with strong negotiation and relationship management skills
⦁Highly numerate and analytical
⦁Strong organisational skills with an excellent eye for detail
⦁Good all-round understanding of latest technologies with good understanding of all elements of e-commerce
⦁Proven people management ability
⦁Good knowledge of crisis management procedures
⦁Literate, numerate, analytical and creative with excellent computer skills
⦁Excellent budgetary and forecasting skills
PREFERABLE EXPERIENCE
⦁Minimum 3 years Product/Contracting experience in a Premium/Luxury Tour Operator environment or similar
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES/QUALITIES REQUIRED
⦁A self-starter, highly motivated and innovative, with plenty of energy and initiative
⦁Strong customer service ethic
⦁The successful candidate will be a well-organised forward thinker with strong commercial skills.
⦁High profile within the industry with an excellent knowledge of the industry and the key players within
⦁A flexible approach and willing attitude
If you think this is the position for you please apply online. The successful candidate will expect a competitive package.
Company
TRAVEL TRADE RECRUITMENT
Travel Trade Recruitment handles vacancies from hundreds of employers each year. We have a wide variety of permanent and temporary job opportunities within all sectors of the travel industry, including business travel, tour operations, retail travel, and reservations.
We want to help you find the ideal travel industry job, make the next career step, and maximise your potential. We do this by finding out about you, as well as what is important to your career goals and lifestyle aspirations.
TRAINING
We also offer CRS training courses in the four major systems of Galileo, Sabre, Amadeus, Worldspan, and can advise which course would enhance your career.
Find more details at www.traveltradetraining.com
VOTED 'BEST UKTRAVEL RECRUITMENT CONSULTANCY'
Travel Trade Recruitment won three awards in 2009 for Best Travel Recruitment Consultancy, including 'Best UK Travel Recruitment Consultancy' at the Globe Travel Awards, Star Recruitment Consultancy at the Travel Bulletin Awards, and Travel Recruitment Company of the Year at the recent British Travel Awards. We are an official ABTA Industry Partner, Members of the Institute of Travel and Tourism (IATA) and the Recruitment and Employment Confederation.
All information supplied to Travel Trade Recruitment will be dealt with confidentiality. Your details will not be passed onto a Client without your specific permission.
Our service to job seekers is completely free. Contact your nearest office and speak our friendly consultants for free advice, or register for our online recruitment services at
www.traveltradejobs.com
London Office
Tel: 0203 887 9444
Email: london@traveltraderecruitment.co.uk
Birmingham Office
Tel: 0121 222 2624
Email: birmingham@traveltraderecruitment.co.uk
Manchester Office
Tel: 0161 923 6120
Email: manchester@traveltraderecruitment.co.uk
Leeds Office
Tel: 0113 394 4147
Email: leeds@traveltraderecruitment.co.uk
Scottish Division
Tel: 0141 248 5222
Email: scotland@traveltraderecruitment.co.uk
Temp Division
Tel: 0203 887 9444
Email: temps@traveltraderecruitment.co.uk
- Website
- http://www.traveltradejobs.com/
- Telephone
- 0203 887 9444
- Location
-
3rd Floor, 1 Aldgate
London
EC3N 1RE
GB
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