Product Co-ordinator

To support our continued growth Mahlatini Luxury Travel is searching for an experienced, passionate and self-motivated Product Co-ordinator to join our team in Cape Town. This is a fantastic opportunity for a travel professional with opportunities for growth within a leading luxury tour operator at its next pivotal stage of development. 

RESPONSIBILITIES
 
-  Filter and circulate product updates from suppliers to the relevant teams
-  Transfer and maintain contract rates and special offers on our in house system
-  Support the Product Manager with product development through research and competitor analysis
-  Create and maintain costings on sample itineraries for the website and marketing purposes 
-  Manage the product inbox
-  Assist with arranging educational trips for staff
-  Support travel experts with live product and pricing queries to improve sales conversion
-  Provide marketing with content and photography updates
-  Enhance personal product knowledge by attending supplier training sessions, supplier events and educational visits

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
 
ESSENTIAL
 
-  2+ years in a product management/support role
-  A demonstrable passion for travel
-  Strong organisation and time management skills
-  Advanced levels of IT literacy
-  Excellent communication skills, both written and verbally
-  High levels of accuracy in all written and numerical work
-  Strong attention to detail
-  Ability to problem solve

PACKAGE
 
-  Basic salary R25, 000-R40, 000 per month (depending on experience)
-  Company bonus scheme
-  Comprehensive Group Life Cover
-  Discovery Health Medical Aid with company contributions
-  Hybrid working (on successful completion of 6 month probation)
-  Opportunities to travel to Mahlatini destinations and work in UK office
-  Attractive long service benefits
-  Structured training and continuous professional development
-  Team social events