Product Executive

Job Description

The goal of the Portfolio Optimisation team is to support the growth of the Awaze portfolio of holiday rental properties in size, occupancy and revenue through internal initiatives, insights, and actions.With support of the team, the Portfolio Optimisation Executive will be the passionate champion of our Cottages and Hoseasons property portfolio, liaising with business stakeholders in the UK to improve performance - from the recruitment and website teams,to commercial, homeowner marketing, brand marketing and beyond.You will be responsible for analysing, tracking, and reporting on performance of properties, the shape and size of the portfolio, and identifying areas of underperformance and acting against them. You will have the platform to communicate ideas and makerecommendations, from single properties to portfolio wide initiatives. You may recommend and develop exciting new collections and features, or propose and deliver initiatives with imagery, content, reviews and more.The key remit is simply to drive positive change in the business and is ideal for those with previous experience in the tourism sector, brand, product, or analytical/insight roles. What the role most demands however, is enthusiasm, initiative, and confidenceto drive change in a multinational business.Whereas the focus will be on Cottages and Hoseasons, there may also be exposure to our European brand Novasol. The role may require some travel.No two days are the same in this dynamic role. Your tasks will be varied, but will include:Identifying opportunities to increase occupancy and revenue across the UK portfolioWith key focus on new and underperforming properties, review and analyse data to recommend actions across the businessImplement action plans and drive other teams to support where requiredProvide regular updates to key stakeholders on progress of actionsProperty data, features, and collectionsOngoing analysis on shape and size of portfolio, and the impact of features, concepts, collections, and more on performance.Ensure marketing and communications teams are fully briefed around key sales- and recruitment-driving features and collections, to maximise impact of communications to owners and guestso Be the gatekeeper for features, collections, ensuring criteria is clearand understood across the businesso Oversee data collection for any proposed new features and collectionso Oversee rollout of new features and collectionsImprove the perceived quality of the Cottages and Hoseasons property portfolioMonitor customer review scores and comments, and analyse trends, acting where appropriateUse review trends and average review scores to work with owners and the wider business on improving our servicesTeam PlayerProvide ad hoc support to the Portfolio Optimisation team and wider business by answering queries on the portfolioBe a key champion and internal cheerleader of our amazing Cottages and Hoseasons portfolioUndertake ad hoc property reviews and make recommendations as necessaryWhat well give you- This is an opportunity for you to join us at a pivotal point in time as we invest in our future- Youll be joining a team of genuine, passionate people- Youll have the freedom to choose the best way of working to get the job done. We work cross-functionally, so youll be given opportunities to develop skills outside of your core skillset.- Youll be an integral part of a team which will deliver growth, and who doesnt want thatWe offer a competitive salary and fantastic benefits; were all about holidays, so we practise what we preach and offer some great travel discounts. We offer flexible working hours and remote working, too.We want to make the application process as stress-free as possible, so typically well have an informal chat with you on the phone, followed by a comprehensive interview over Teams, where youll have a chance to find out a bit more about the exciting thingswere doing (and maybe tell us what were doing wrong). We want to hear about your favourite (and least favourite) projects, what makes you tick and why. Then, wed love to show you "our place" so would look to meet you for an informal session in our office.We believe in equal opportunities and aim to create a team that is representative of our society, knowing that embracing differences enhances the capabilities of our business and makes for a happy place to work. We are proud to recognise and celebrate thatwe have a diverse culture where employees are accepted for who they are, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion or ability.

Keyskills :
DataInsightProduct ManagerOptimising