Add expected salary to your profile for insightsExclusive Travel Group is a leader in the luxury travel sector, specialising in unique, tailor-made travel experiences across New Zealand for over 20 years. We are now expanding with the launch of an exciting new venture. To lead this new operation, we are seeking a talented and motivated individual with a passion for New Zealand tourism, in-depth product knowledge, and strong industry relationships.This is a unique opportunity to shape the direction of the new venture, to play a key role in developing and curating product offerings from the ground up.About the RoleAs Product Development Manager for this new venture, you will have the opportunity to build and manage a diverse portfolio of travel products that will help define the future of the company's expansion. You will work closely with the senior leadership team to establish the product vision, develop strategic partnerships, and craft exceptional travel experiences.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, manage, and optimize our new product offerings, ensuring alignment with the overall business strategy.Collaborate with senior management to define the product vision and strategy.Build and maintain strong relationships with key industry partners.Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers to ensure cost-effective, high-quality offerings.Work with marketing, sales, and operations teams to integrate products seamlessly into our customer-facing platforms.Design creative and compelling travel packages that appeal to diverse customer segments and showcase the best of New Zealand's attractions.Support the growth and development of the new venture by proactively driving product innovation and improvement.Conduct market research and competitor analysis to ensure our offerings are aligned with emerging trends.Monitor and evaluate the performance of new products, collecting customer feedback to refine and improve offerings over time.Oversee the development and implementation of the core business processes necessary to deliver the product strategy.What We're Looking ForProven experience in product management within the New Zealand travel and tourism industry.A deep understanding of New Zealand's travel market.Established relationships with key suppliers, operators, and stakeholders within the New Zealand travel industry.Strong negotiation and management skills, with a track record of securing favourable partnerships and contracts.Creativity and innovation in product development, with a keen eye for quality and customer experience.Self-motivation and a passion for New Zealand and the travel industry.A proactive approach to contributing to the growth of a new venture within a well-established and respected company.Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and departments.Why Join Us?Impact: Play a critical role in the launch and growth of a new venture, shaping the future of our product offerings.Innovation: Be at the forefront of creating new and exciting travel products that cater to diverse customer needs.Growth: This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected company and grow your career as part of a new and dynamic team.Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements in a 'Family First' work environment.Benefits: Competitive salary, travel perks, and opportunities for professional development.Interested to Know More?We invite expressions of interest explaining why this is an opportunity you'd like to explore further.Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand? How many years' experience do you have as a Product Development Manager? What's your expected annual base salary? Are you willing to relocate for this role?Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice.
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