Hybrid Destination Product Manager

at Intrepid Travel

• Job title: Destination Product Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Turkey

About the role

• Destination Product Manager creating sustainable travel itineraries in Turkey. Leading supplier sourcing and trip planning, ensuring high standards for quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of itineraries, sourcing of suppliers, and planning of trips that balance customer expectations with commercial goals
• Work closely with local partners, negotiate costs, and ensure our adventures meet the highest standards for quality, safety, and sustainability

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of regional trip operations, preferably for small group adventures
• 5+ years’ experience in the tourism industry, in product, sales, commercial, or operational roles
• Proven experience creating commercially viable itineraries, including pricing, accommodation, transportation, activities, and meal components
• Experience working with DMCs and tourism suppliers, including cost negotiation
• Familiarity with travel systems (e.g., Kaptio, Travel Studio, Elements) and Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Strong understanding of global travel trends and customer expectations
• Experience in strategic planning and implementing successful product initiatives
• Proactive approach with the ability to work across teams and influence outcomes
• Strong commercial acumen, translating into clear sales and profitability results
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and adapt your style to different stakeholders
• Strong time management skills with a proven ability to deliver to deadlines
• Ability to foster strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements, work-from-home and the ability to 'work from anywhere' 4 weeks a year
• A free Intrepid trip every year, plus generous discounts for families, and close friends
• 5 extra days of leave a year for use on Intrepid trips
• A minimum of 10 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, and other additional leave provisions
• Access to e-learning platforms, professional development and mentor programs
• 20 hours of volunteer leave every year to use on causes most important to you
• Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 service that offers counselling for you and your family