Europe Product Development Manager

Our philosophy at The Travel Corporation (TTC) is simple, we create enriching experiences

for travellers by combining an unbeatable mix of exceptional service and quality at great

value.

As a global business with over 100 years of experience in the travel industry, our ethos of

being ‘Driven by Service’, ensures we keep our values of passion, people and purpose at

the heart of everything we do - designing and running immersive, innovative and

responsible travel experiences for our guests across 70 countries. Join us in creating life-changing moments for every guest across our award-winning brands and experience

the TTC difference.

OUR VALUES

• Driven by service

• An inherent passion for travel

• Commitment to our customers and to our people

• Commitment to social responsibility and our 5-year sustainability strategy

POSITION SUMMARY

We re looking for a creative, operational and commercially astute Product Development Manager to join our team and shape the next generation of Contiki adventures. This is a hands-on role for someone who understands what makes a tour truly unforgettable—someone who thrives on crafting immersive, culturally rich, and sustainable experiences that connect travellers with local people and places in a meaningful way.

You’ll be responsible for the ideation, sourcing, costing and development of new Product in Europe. As Contiki’s heartland is Europe, we are looking for ways to widen our product offerings in this key region and continually evolve and innovate. This role will translate the global strategy into local briefs and product sourcing and ensure that the Contiki brand promise is being developed and operated.

If you love the idea of turning bold ideas into grounded, well-operated product - and you have a traveller’s spirit paired with a sharp commercial mind - we’d love to hear from you.

• Conduct thorough and extensive research of new potential destinations in Europe.
• Analyse the existing Contiki global product line and suggest new product ideas where there are gaps and opportunities.
• Conduct competitor analysis of the travel landscape to understand the ways in which other travel businesses are tackling different destinations.
• Perform recces on road where needed to assess the suitability of new product.
• Build and complete briefs for new product development.
• Ensure all the internal communications are managed and that product is accurately briefed and trained to marketing teams, contact centres, sales team and so forth.
• Cost and contract all newly developed product ideas (Europe)
• Work closely with the Travel Experiences, Operations, Brand and Marketing Teams to bring new product to market in a timely and effective manner.
• Represent Contiki when meeting with new potential suppliers: accommodation, activities, experiences, and transportation and at Trade shows and events – like ITB, WYSTC and WTM.
• Quality control the ongoing product.

KEY INDIVIDUAL TRAITS

• Adaptability: Demonstrates the ability to adjust effectively to changing environments, priorities, and challenges. Embraces new ideas and approaches with flexibility and openness.
• Collaborative
  :
  Builds strong relationships and works cross-functionally with a consultative, co-creative approach to influence and align others in a fast-paced environment.
• Resilience: Remains calm and effective under pressure, persistent through challenges, and driven to achieve long-term goals.

YOUR EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE

• You have experience in product development or operations for group trips, ideally also with on-the-road experience leading groups. Experience in small group product development and/or operation will be highly regarded.
• You are fully immersed in youth culture and know how to source youth travel trends digitally via social media. You scan the horizon for the next big, upcoming destinations that are motivating and inspiring young people.
• You’re a curious and thoughtful traveller who understands the difference between ticking a box and creating a memory
• You have a sharp eye for detail but never lose sight of the bigger picture—guest experience, brand fit, and commercial viability
• You’re collaborative and confident…