HEAD OF TOURISM PRODUCT – CAPE TOWN (HYBRID)
A leading Destination Management Company is seeking an experienced senior travel professional to head up its Product Department.
If you have 8–10 years’ experience in senior product or commercial roles within a DMC / Inbound Tour Operator, this is your next big move.
What you bring :
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Tourism or related field
- 8–10 years’ senior experience in Product or Commercial roles within a Tourism DMC / Inbound Operator
- Proven success leading cross-functional teams (Product + Systems / Tech)
- Strong knowledge of Southern African travel products
- Experience with operational systems (e.g., Tourplan)
- Track record of revenue growth + operational efficiency
- Exceptional leadership, communication & negotiation skills
What you’ll be responsible for :
Setting Product Vision & Strategic DirectionLeading & mentoring high-performance teamsDriving Commercial Strategy & Supplier PartnershipsOverseeing Systems & Technology to support product deliveryEnsuring alignment between Customer Journey, Sales, and ProductThis role is a powerful blend of product strategy, commercial direction, sales alignment and systems optimisation—driving innovation and revenue growth in a dynamic B2B environment.