Product Manager Luxury African Travel
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Job Location:
Cape Town - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Product Manager - Luxury African Travel
Shape the future of African travel with a purpose-driven leader in luxury tourism.
District 6 Cape Town Full-time R40 000 to R48 000 per month
About Our Client
Our client is a pioneering name in luxury African travel crafting bespoke experiences across the continents most iconic destinations. With a deep commitment to conservation community and innovation the company connects discerning travellers to Africas wild beauty through authentic responsible journeys. Their culture celebrates creativity collaboration and purpose offering an inspiring environment where your work directly contributes to a greater cause.
The Role: Product Manager Luxury African Travel
As Product Manager youll take ownership of a world-class portfolio of African travel experiences from curating exclusive destinations to optimising supplier partnerships and driving product innovation. This role bridges strategy relationships and technology to deliver unforgettable experiences while supporting operational excellence and brand growth.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the integration and launch of new destinations and product offerings across systems and teams
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Manage and nurture relationships with lodges DMC partners and key suppliers across Africa
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Represent the company at trade shows and industry events to build partnerships and brand visibility
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Monitor supplier performance track KPIs and share actionable insights with stakeholders
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Collaborate with Sales Operations and Marketing to ensure product information is accurate and compelling
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Identify trends and opportunities to expand and refine the product portfolio
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Drive innovation through process optimisation technology and automation
About You
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Minimum 3 years of experience in product or supplier management within luxury travel or tourism
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Deep knowledge of Southern and East African destinations and strong industry relationships
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Excellent communication negotiation and relationship management skills
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Analytical and detail-oriented with a data-driven approach to decision-making
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Proficiency with travel systems such as Tourplan Globetrack or Kaptio
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Passionate about African travel conservation and creating transformative guest experiences
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Proactive collaborative and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
Why Join
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Play a key role in a purpose-driven brand that protects Africas natural and cultural heritage
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Collaborate with a dynamic forward-thinking team that values innovation and authenticity
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Competitive salary with 4% pension contribution
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20 days of annual leave and flexible hybrid working arrangements
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Access to exclusive travel perks and industry rates across Africa
Key Skills
- Time Management
- Data Analytics
- Analytical
- Agile
- Requirement Gathering
- Strategic thinking
- Visio
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Market Research
- UML
- Cross Functional Teams
