Senior Product Development Manager - Newcastle upon Tyne - ref. m7711815
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Product Manager to join a leading, online Tour Operator as a Senior Product Development Manager.
The role of the Senior Product Development Manager will support the business in driving forward our client's product range in line with an ambitious growth strategy. The candidate will be required to own new destination development, bedbank relationships and key hotel chain relationships within the business.
Previous experience within a similar product / purchasing role within the travel sector is essential for the position and in return, our client can offer a highly competitive salary of £50k, plus excellent industry benefits. Hours of work are Monday - Friday 9am - 5.30pm.
If this role is of interest to you, please contact us today for a confidential chat, or apply online.
Role of Senior Product Development Manager:
- Full ownership and responsibility for key bedbank and global hotel chain relationships across the business, for negotiating market leading rates, contract terms and exclusive offers
- Full ownership and responsibility for the XML/API strategy of the business, ensuring the most efficient, cost effective and accurate technical solutions are found for delivering connected supplier rates into the business
- Accountability for the trading performance of designated product lines
- Creation of the product strategy for new destinations using market research, competitor analysis and performance reviews
- Development and management of strong supplier relationships (at all levels) across a range of product types and across a range of international destinations
- Ensuring all designated Product lines and suppliers adhere to full Health and Safety requirements
- Developing and sourcing funding for marketing opportunities from suppliers
- Supporting the sales teams with product training and information
- Working with IT teams on technical solutions for connectivity
Skills required for the role:
- Previous experience working within a Product/Purchasing management role within a UK Tour Operator - essential
- Previous experience of working with supplier connectivity technologies and the processes for the delivery of hotel rates - essential
- Strong knowledge of the online travel sector
- Strong commercial acumen
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent negotiation skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Confident decision maker
If you’re interested in learning more about this Senior Product Development Manager role, please contact Succeed Recruitment Solutions or press the apply online button now!
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