Product Development Manager

At Adaptable Recruitment we have a fantastic opportunity for a Product Development Manager to join an Ever Growing Travel Specialist company in the Chester area. T his is a full time, permanent role that offers a brilliant office environment with a great culture and enhanced company benefits. Package: up to £50,000 DOE - (9-5pm - 37.5 hours) - Permanent Holidays: 22 days + bank (increasing 1 day per year) Location: Chester - Fully Office based - Parking on site Main Responsibilities to include: Full ownership and responsibility for key bedbank and global hotel chain relationships across the business, for negotiating market leading rates, contract terms and exclusive offers Full ownership and responsibility for the XML/API strategy of the business, ensuring the most efficient, cost effective and accurate technical solutions are found for delivering connected supplier rates into our business Accountability for the trading performance of designated product lines Creation of the product strategy for new destinations using market research, competitor analysis and performance reviews Development and management of strong supplier relationships (at all levels) across a range of product types and across a range of international destinations Ensuring all designated Product lines and suppliers adhere to full Health and Safety requirements Developing and sourcing funding for marketing opportunities from suppliers Supporting the sales teams with product training and information Working with IT teams on technical solutions for connectivity The Ideal Candidate: Previous experience working within a Product/Purchasing management role within a UK Tour Operator Previous experience of working with supplier connectivity technologies and the processes for the delivery of hotel rates Strong knowledge of the online travel sector Strong commercial acumen Excellent attention to detail Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint) TPBN1_UKTJ