Assistant Product Manager

Succeed Recruitment Solutions Limited; Chester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Succeed Recruitment Solutions Limited in Chester is seeking an Assistant Product Manager to join an online Tour Operator. The role will support the Product Manager to drive the product range in line with an ambitious growth strategy.

In return, the company offers a salary around £28k with an excellent benefits package and free onsite parking. The position is full-time with Monday–Friday hybrid working.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Product/Purchasing/Sales role within a UK Tour Operator.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proactive and enthusiastic, able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Support the Product Manager in negotiating market-leading rates, exclusive offers and availability with suppliers.
• Aid in creating the product strategy for designated destinations, including market research and competitor analysis.
• Support development and management of supplier relationships across product types and international destinations.
• Ensure suppliers pass all information for loading into booking systems.
• Ensure our product remains competitive through analysis of rates vs. competition and follow-up with suppliers.
• Assist in product training and information for the sales teams.

Skills

Purchasing/Sales experience in travel

Attention to detail

Interpersonal and communication skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Self-motivation and proactivity

Team player

Flexibility and adaptability

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We're looking for a dynamic Assistant Product Manager to join a successful, online Tour Operator based in Chester. With a portfolio of trusted, expert-led travel brands, the successful candidate will support the business in driving forward their product range in line with an ambitious growth strategy.

This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career with a leading travel organisation and will suit a travel industry professional, ideally with previous experience working within a Product/Purchasing/Sales role within a UK Tour Operator.

In return, our client can offer a competitive salary circa £28k and an excellent benefits package and free onsite parking.

Please note, this is a full-time position, Monday - Friday and hybrid working is available.

Role of Assistant Product Manager

• Responsible for supporting the Product Manager in negotiating market-leading rates, exclusive offers and availability with suppliers
• Aiding in the creation of the product strategy for designated destinations, specifically completing market research, competitor analysis and product performance reviews
• Supporting in the development and management of supplier relationships across a range of product types and across a range of international destinations
• Responsibility for ensuring suppliers pass across all information ready for loading into booking systems
• Ensuring our client's Product remains competitive through analysis of rates versus competition, and the follow-up required with suppliers
• Helping to ensure all designated Product lines and suppliers adhere to full Health and Safety requirements
• Supporting the sales teams with product training and information

Skills required for the role

• Previous experience working within a Product/Purchasing/Sales role within a UK Tour Operator
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint)
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Proactive and enthusiastic (willing to go the extra mile)
• Excellent team player with the ability to work independently
• A flexible and adaptable approach to work
• Ability to organise, prioritise and manage own workload efficiently to tight deadlines
• Self-motivated, proactive and enthusiastic