Head of Product - North America

MBM Executive Travel Recruitment; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading travel recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Product for North America, the Indian Subcontinent, and the Middle East. You will shape product strategy focusing on escorted tours, manage pricing, and lead a talented team. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in travel product management, particularly within North America, and possess strong leadership capabilities. The position offers a flexible hybrid working model and an attractive benefits package including opportunities for travel.

Benefits

Dynamic multicultural environment

Supportive leadership

Flexible working arrangements

Attractive benefits package

Opportunities to travel

Qualifications

• Proven experience in travel product management, especially in North America.
• Skilled in product development and supplier negotiations.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute strategic vision for product areas.
• Drive product development and pricing strategies.
• Lead a team to deliver differentiated travel experiences.

Skills

Travel product management

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Analytical skills

Data-driven approach

Job description

Head of Product – North America, Indian Subcontinent & Middle East

Hybrid - 2 days in the office

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Head of Product to lead and evolve key regions within their long-haul portfolio : North America, Indian Subcontinent, and Middle East.

Reporting to the Director of Product, Purchasing & Operations, you will own the strategic direction, development, and performance of a high-profile segment of their product range, specifically focusing on escorted tours.

This is a unique opportunity to shape a customer-loved product category, ensuring it delivers exceptional experiences, strong commercial results, and stands out in a competitive market.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the strategic vision for your product areas.
• Drive product development, pricing strategies, and supplier negotiations.
• Lead a team to deliver compelling, profitable, and differentiated travel experiences.
• Monitor market trends and competitive dynamics to maintain a leading position.
• Collaborate with international DMCs and manage direct contracting.
• Experience in touring is essential as part of this role.

About You

• Proven experience in travel product management (North America experience is essential), with touring products.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering profitable growth.
• Skilled in product development, pricing, and supplier negotiations .
• Excellent leadership and people management capabilities.
• Strategic thinker with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of UK travel consumer behaviour
• Familiarity with ATOL, ABTA, and industry regulations.
• Data-driven approach with strong analytical skills.
• Passionate, self-motivated, and committed to personal growth.

What’s on Offer

• A dynamic, multicultural environment with opportunities to learn and grow.
• Supportive leadership committed to your development.
• A responsible organisation that values people, sustainability, and communities.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Attractive benefits package.
• Opportunities to travel and experience our destinations firsthand.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help us create unforgettable travel experiences.