At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead data product strategy for travel services, enhancing customer experiences.
- Company: Join Booking.com, where data and technology drive innovation in travel.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with a focus on collaboration and impact.
- Why this job: Be a key player in shaping the future of travel through data-driven insights.
- Qualifications: Experience in data product management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location Location - this role can be based in Amsterdam or Manchester or London (UK).
This role does NOT come with relocation assistance, therefore candidates must be currently based in the Netherlands or the UK in order to be considered.
About Us At Booking. com, data drives our decisions.
Technology is at our core.
And innovation is everywhere.
But our company is more than datasets, lines of code or A/B tests.
We’re the thrill of the first night in a new place.
The excitement of the next morning.
The friends you encounter.
The journeys you take.
The sights you see.
And the memories you make.
Through our products, partners and people, we make it easier for everyone to experience the world.
Leadership / Team Quote 'This role is strategically pivotal for the Trips business unit as we build differentiating data capabilities to underpin our strategy and our customer offering,' says Morna Mc Aulay, Director of Trips Data. 'You will be a key catalyst in our ecosystem, orchestrating cross‑functional teams to unlock the data that powers the connected trip experience for millions of global travellers.' Role Description As a Group Data Product Manager within the Trips Business Unit, you will lead the data product strategy and delivery across our key travel verticals, including Flights, Cars, Rides, Attractions, and Insurance.
Instead of building standalone software, you will champion "data as a product," developing the foundational capabilities that enable teams across Booking. com to deliver cross vertical data products to underpin strategic priorities including Connected Trip and Marketing.
Navigating an ambiguous, multi‑faceted ecosystem, you will apply systems thinking to align data governance and architecture with meaningful business outcomes.
In this high‑impact role, you will bridge the gap between technical and non‑technical stakeholders to orchestrate the ultimate connected trip experience.
Key Job Responsibilities Create and drive the long‑term Data Product vision, strategy, and roadmaps across Trips verticals to enable highly personalised and relevant customer experiences.
Translate business strategies into specific objectives and KPIs, measuring the "data health" and success of your track while identifying opportunities for improvement.
Bridge the gap between engineering and business domains, advocating for the customer while justifying data architecture, technical solutions, and privacy compliance (e. g., GDPR, CCPA).
Resolve dependencies across complex data workflows, orchestrating cross‑functional delivery in a fast‑moving, high‑scale environment.
Lead, inspire, and grow a team of Senior Product Managers, fostering a strong data product community and coaching them to maximize their impact.
Partner proactively with senior stakeholders up to the VP level, managing expectations and generating alignment across the wider Booking. com business.
Qualifications
Group Data Product Manager, Trips employer: Booking.com
At Booking.com, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive employer that values diversity and innovation. Located in the vibrant city of Manchester, our work culture fosters collaboration and creativity, offering employees unique benefits such as flexible working arrangements and industry-leading product discounts. With a strong focus on personal growth and a commitment to high-quality hiring outcomes, we empower our team members to make a meaningful impact in the travel and tech industries.
