Product & Procurement Manager - Europe

Travelopia; London; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Enchanting Travels, part of Travelopia, is seeking a Product and Procurement Manager for Europe. This role involves ownership of product development and procurement activities within a dynamic remote work environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in the tourism sector, strong negotiation skills, and a passion for creating exceptional travel experiences.

Benefits

Dynamic multicultural work environment

Career growth opportunities

Contributory Pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus birthday off

Flexible remote working

Employee discounts and travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in tourism-related Product Management or Procurement.
• Deep knowledge of European travel destinations.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage the travel product portfolio.
• Conduct procurement activities including supplier negotiations.
• Develop strong relationships with travel partners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Experience in Product Management or Procurement within tourism

Job description

At Enchanting Travels, we are looking to hire a Product and Procurement Manager (Europe) in the UK, collaborating with our global team!

Enchanting Travels, part of the Travelopia Group, is a vibrant, innovative company specialising in exceptional tailor-made journeys across 50+ countries in Asia, Africa, Latin America, Europe, and Oceania. Founded in 2004 and owned by Travelopia, the world’s leading collection of experiential travel brands, we have fulfilled the travel dreams of thousands of guests worldwide. Our success relies on a passionate, service-driven multicultural team of 160 individuals from 17 nationalities, working across offices in the USA, Germany, India, Costa Rica, South Africa, and Kenya.

As the Product and Procurement Manager for Europe, you’ll help shape product development and procurement in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment that values bold ideas and challenges industry norms. Thrive in a multicultural team and channel your passion into crafting truly life-changing travel experiences. This is a fully remote working opportunity within the UK.

What we’ll offer:

• A dynamic and multicultural work environment
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Contributory Pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus birthday day off and bank holidays
• Flexible remote working
• Various employee discounts and travel opportunities

What you’ll do:

• Product Ownership: Take full ownership of designing, managing, and continuously enhancing our travel product portfolio to drive guest satisfaction and business growth.
• Manage procurement activities: Including tender processes, supplier negotiations, contract preparation, and analysis of pricing and market rate developments to ensure cost-effective and compliant sourcing strategies.
• Strategic Partner Management: Identify, select, and build strong relationships with trusted travel partners, negotiating competitive rates and exclusive offers.
• Performance Leadership: Set clear expectations for partners, monitor their performance systematically, and take swift action to resolve issues and ensure quality delivery.
• Market Insight & Innovation: Use deep insights into customer needs and competitor analysis to develop relevant, competitive, and compelling offerings.
• System & Pricing Expertise: Manage product setup and pricing strategies within internal systems, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business goals.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience in Product Management or Procurement positions within tourism, ideally with an international tour operator
• Deep knowledge of European travel destinations and insight into the needs of North American travellers
• Proven experience in the area of procurement, including tender management, negotiation of supplier agreements, preparation of contracts, and analysis of rate developments
• Bring an analytical approach with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with a strong ability to communicate with empathy, assertiveness, and professionalism
• A genuine passion for curating exceptional and memorable travel experiences

In summary, this is a fantastic opportunity if you are driven by having a positive impact and love partner interactions, driving destination growth, and making travel dreams come true!

We believe people perform best when they can be their true selves and diverse teams drive better results. We’re committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone can succeed.

Travelopia ensures an inclusive workplace for all. If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please inform us here: [e-mail]

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