Travel Product Executive
Our client is a multiple award-winning UK market leader and are now looking for a Product Executive to join their team. As Product Executive you will be supporting the Head of Product in all aspects of product management and working collaboratively with the Marketing, Sales and Operations teams. From the ongoing management and improvement of existing products to the development of new products and introduction of new destinations; this role is very varied and allows space for creativity, with responsibility for a diverse range of worldwide destinations and products. Our client’s ideal candidate will have product experience gained within the travel sector, however they’re also willing to consider candidates from other areas of the travel sector – sales or operations for example, looking for their first step into a product role.In return, they can offer a competitive salary of £28k, plus a perfornace related bonus, travel industry incentives and educational trips and a bonus birthday day off! If this role is of interest to you, please contact us for a confidential chat, or apply online.Please note - this role can be Birmingham / hybrid or fully homebased.Role of Product Executive:Contracting – negotiate competitive rates and commercial terms for tours, hotels and ground products to ensure our client remains competitive, whilst achieving margin targets.Copywriting and content – deliver accurate and inspiring web copy and imagery for your product range.Competitor analysis – carry out regular analysis of competitor activity and product ranges and take appropriate action to ensure our client's product range remains competitive.Health and Safety – assist in the coordination of initial health and safety checks with suppliers and work closely with the Operations department to ensure continued compliance.Quality – ensure product range meets the brand's quality standards and assist the Customer Service department in resolving complaints by address issues with suppliers. Product optimisation – amend and update products, content, pricing and inventory as required to ensure quality and margins are maximised.Relationship management – build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and trade partners, including attendance at trade fairs, supplier meetings and occasional familiarisation trips as and when required.Product loading – responsibility for the accurate and timely loading of product and rates within the selling and content systems.Marketing – liaise closely with the Marketing team to ensure adequate and accurate promotion and representation of product.Occasional business travel, which may involve travelling over a weekend, in both the UK and overseas. Skills required for the role:Relevant experience in a similar role within the travel industryA methodical and conscientious approach to tasks with excellent attention to detailCommercially-minded, ability to recognise a commercial opportunity and assertive negotiating skillsPositive and motivated with a can-do attitudeCompetency using Excel and aptitude to learn new systemsThe desire to achieve and to contribute to team goalsAbility to work effectively under pressure and to tight deadlinesThorough knowledge and understanding of the leisure holiday marketClear and effective communicator both written and verbalContent writing experience would be desirable, however strong literacy skills are keyIf you’re interested in learning more about this Product Executive role, please press the apply online button now!Not for you? Then please visit our website to view the other exciting roles we have available.Succeed Recruitment Solutions - for the best Travel jobs, Multilingual jobs and Contact Centre jobs.
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