Global Product Development Manager

2 days ago


Hastings, East Sussex, United Kingdom C&M Travel Recruitment Full time
Senior Product & Purchasing Manager Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Product & Purchasing Manager to join our team in Sussex. As a key member of our commercial operations team, you will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of new product initiatives to drive business growth.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience at a manager level in a similar role, with a proven track record of delivering commercial results. You will possess strong contracting experience, particularly in short-haul markets, and be able to negotiate competitive rates and terms with suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the product and purchasing team to develop and implement strategies that maximise commercial performance
  • Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure competitive rates and terms
  • Oversee health and safety audits to ensure compliance with School Travel Forum guidelines
  • Collaborate with internal departments to drive business growth
  • Travel to destinations for product development and contracting purposes

Requirements:

  • Significant experience at a manager level in a commercial travel role
  • Strong contracting experience in short-haul markets
  • Proven management skills with experience leading a team
  • Creative, innovative, motivated, and possessing a can-do attitude
  • Fluency in a European language (French or Italian)
  • A clean driving license and ability to travel as required (circa 4-6 overseas trips per annum)

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary (£60,000 - £80,000 per annum)
  • Birthday day off, pension scheme, learning and development days
  • Hybrid working arrangement with 2-3 days in the office


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