Product Development Manager

Travelzoo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travelzoo Experience with additional vacation days

Complimentary gym access

Employee awards recognition

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

Travelzoo is seeking a Product Development Manager in New York. In this role, you'll manage the end-to-end design process, oversee complex projects, and lead product strategies. The ideal candidate has 6+ years of experience, expertise in digital product management, and proficiency in tools like Adobe Creative Suite and Figma. Benefits include competitive compensation, gym access, and the Travelzoo Experience involving unique travel opportunities.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in digital project management or product development.
• Strong portfolio of impactful, design-driven work emphasizing user engagement.
• Proven track record in managing the full project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of the design process ensuring high member engagement.
• Oversee execution of complex content projects across teams.
• Lead and execute product strategies in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Project management

UI/UX design

Stakeholder management

Digital product delivery

Resource management

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, Design or equivalent experience

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Protopie

Job description

Travelzoo is seeking a Product Development Manager in our New York office.

Do you feel…

Responsibilities

• Driven to manage all phases of the design process, from initial wireframes and mockups to final hand-off, ensuring deliverables align with business objectives and drive high member engagement
• Proactive in overseeing the end-to-end execution of complex content projects by managing briefs, resource allocation, dependencies, risks, and timelines to deliver cohesive, high-quality outcomes
• Skilled in applying UI and UX expertise to create user-centered, high-quality solutions across desktop, mobile, and email marketing channels
• Adept at bridging business and technical teams to gather requirements, translate them into design objectives, and deliver solutions aligned with strategic goals
• Motivated to lead and execute product strategies and roadmaps in collaboration with cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
• Committed to establishing and maintaining a scalable design system that enhances Travelzoo’s digital presence, while respecting brand standards and local market nuances
• Informed by competitive and industry research, integrating UI/UX best practices to keep Travelzoo on the cutting edge
• Transparent in producing regular status reports, keeping internal stakeholders informed on project milestones, deliverables, and emerging risks to ensure alignment and clarity
• Efficient in managing resources, timelines, and budgets to optimize quality and efficiency
• Collaborative in cultivating an innovative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and design thinking across teams

You are ideally…

Qualifications

• A seasoned professional with at least 6 years of relevant experience in digital project management or product development, ideally within a creative agency, advertising, marketing communications, or a related environment
• Expert in designing and delivering digital direct-to-consumer products, with a strong portfolio of impactful, design-driven work that emphasizes user engagement and seamless, member-focused experiences
• Adept at managing the full project lifecycle, from scoping and scheduling to resource allocation and delivery, with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding timelines and budgets
• Proficient in using design and prototyping tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and Protopie, with a solid foundation in user-centered design methodologies
• Highly skilled in stakeholder management and negotiation, capable of forging and nurturing effective partnerships with internal teams and key decision-makers across the organization.
• Adaptable in working with global or cross-functional teams, demonstrating effective collaboration across different time zones
• Entrepreneurial with a member-focused approach, able to identify new opportunities and drive strategic innovation within a fast-paced environment
• Degree-educated in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, Design, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

What’s in it for you…

Benefits

• Broaden your horizon by working with a global team and potentially in a different country
• Experience one of our travel deals first‑hand each year, with additional vacation days and a travel budget – we call it the Travelzoo Experience
• Enjoy complimentary access to a fully equipped gym conveniently located within our office building
• We recognize your achievements with our employee awards
• Enjoy working like an entrepreneur? Our flat hierarchies will provide you with this opportunity
• We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages

If you are excited about this opportunity and feel intrigued by our values of “leading by example”, “warm heart”, “cool head” and “working hands”, then we would like to get to know you!

Compensation range: $120,000 - $150,000