Vice President of Product Development

Evlv; Canada; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Travel Discounts

Stock Options

Personal Days

Sick Days

Job summary

A leading travel industry firm is seeking a Vice President of Product Development to shape its travel product portfolio. The role involves strategic leadership and overseeing the entire product lifecycle while aligning with business objectives. Candidates should have over 10 years of relevant experience and a proven track record in the travel sector. This position is based in Canada and offers a full-time, permanent contract with competitive perks.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in product development or management.
• Track record of developing travel products.
• Experience in a global market is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Drive the product development strategy aligned with company vision.
• Lead the full product lifecycle from concept to launch.
• Monitor product performance and optimize offerings.

Skills

Product development

Market analysis

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Innovation

Job description

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent (Hired by the employer, not by Evlv)

Perks: Medical, Travel Discounts, Stock Options, Personal Days, Sick Days

This position is only open to residents of Canada who have legal work authorization.

Overview

Our client is a leader in the travel industry, dedicated to creating innovative, customer-centric travel experiences. We combine deep industry expertise with cutting-edge technology and market insights to deliver products that inspire, delight, and drive growth across our global markets.

Position Overview: The Vice President of Product Development will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s travel product portfolio, leading innovation, and ensuring the delivery of world-class travel experiences. This executive will oversee the full product lifecycle—from ideation and market analysis to development, launch, and performance optimization—while aligning product strategy with business objectives and evolving consumer demands.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in product development, product management, or strategy within the travel, hospitality, or tourism sector.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and scaling travel products across diverse markets.
• Strong business acumen with expertise in market analysis, pricing strategies, and customer segmentation.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Innovative mindset with the ability to balance creativity and commercial discipline.
• Experience working in a global or multi-market environment is a strong asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
  • Define and drive the overall product development strategy, ensuring alignment with company vision, growth targets, and market trends.
  • Identify new market opportunities and develop innovative travel products, services, and experiences to enhance customer value.
  • Oversee the creation of scalable and profitable product lines across multiple regions and customer segments.
• Product Development & Management
  • Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle, including concept development, feasibility analysis, design, pricing, and go-to-market execution.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (marketing, sales, operations, technology, finance) to ensure seamless product launches and ongoing success.
  • Continuously monitor product performance, leveraging data-driven insights to optimize offerings and ensure competitiveness.
  • Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing product development team, fostering innovation, collaboration, and accountability.
  • Develop strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, vendors, and strategic partners to enhance product offerings.
  • Champion a customer-first culture, ensuring that products deliver exceptional value and experiences.
  • Stay ahead of emerging travel trends, customer preferences, and competitive landscapes.
  • Incorporate technology advancements and sustainability practices into product development initiatives.
  • Lead product innovation labs, pilots, or beta programs to test and scale new travel concepts.

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