My client is a very respectable, well known travel industry leader who prides themselves on their touring and FIT products.
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 - Design, Sales, Marketing and Distribution.
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
- Responsible for brochure development and brochure pricing
- Work with Operations and Product Delivery prior to each new season launch to review the operational instructions to the Tour Directors and suppliers to ensure smooth operation of the tour season
- Ensure Product Coordinators are loading rates and contracts into the contract system prior to brochure release
- Budget, plan, cost and yield manage all financial aspects of tours to the destination
- To attend travel trade shows (if relevant) and other industry functions as necessary to continually research & develop products and relationships.
- Work with the Sales team and Product Coordinators to design and Familiarisation tours for staff and Agents to showcase the highlights of the Product for each region
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
In order to be considered for this role, you will need to have a strong travel industry background in product coordination and product management.
I am looking for someone who ideally has experience in the Latin America region, is a successful negotiator and experience with both FIT and Touring products.
THE PACKAGE:
A competitive salary is being offered of $75 - 95k + super along with travel opportunities and perks to working in the travel industry along with the chance to work for a well respected travel provider. This is a Monday to Friday office role
INTERESTED?