Head of Product

Travel Trade Recruitment Limited; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tour operator in Birmingham is seeking a Head of Product to oversee the product management function. This role involves defining the product vision, leading a high-performing team, and ensuring product success in alignment with business goals. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in product management and leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary and career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in product management or as a product director.
• Ability to lead and mentor a product team.
• Strong understanding of market opportunities and customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Define product vision and strategy aligned with company goals.
• Manage and mentor a high-performing product team.
• Coordinate with marketing and sales for product releases.

Skills

Product management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Market analysis

Job description

Head of Product - Tour Operator - Hybrid - South-East Birmingham

Leading Tour Operator is keen to recruit an experienced Senior Product Manager / Product Director to lead the product management function, driving the vision, strategy, development, and performance of the company's product portfolio. This role ensures that products deliver maximum value to customers and align with the company's business goals. You'll be joining a leading Tour Operator, established for over 40 years, offering a great career opportunity.

Job Description

Product Strategy & Vision

• Define and communicate the overall product vision and strategy in alignment with company goals.
• Identify market opportunities, customer needs, and industry trends to shape the product roadmap.

Leadership & Team Management

• Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing product team, including product managers, designers, and analysts.
• Set clear goals and KPIs for the team and regularly assess performance.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Product Development

• Ensure timely and high-quality product releases by coordinating with marketing and sales.
• Implement product management best practices and frameworks.

Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary liaison between the product team and other departments (e.g., sales, marketing, engineering, support).
• Effectively communicate product plans, progress, and outcomes to internal and external stakeholders.

The Package

Salary is negotiable and highly dependent on experience. Additional benefits and career progression opportunities will be discussed at interview.

Interested?

Please follow the application instructions and attach your CV. This vacancy is managed by Claire Muge. You can contact her at (phone number removed) or via (url removed). If this role isn't right for you, but you're interested in other opportunities within the Travel Industry, please submit your CV. You must have full rights to work in the UK. Due to high application volume, we are unable to respond to unsuccessful applicants.