Portfolio Development Manager

ABOUT WEROAD: CONNECTING PEOPLE, CULTURES, AND STORIES Founded in ****, WeRoad is a fast-growing startup that is disrupting the travel industry in Italy, Spain, UK, Germany, France, and SwitzerlandWith 200 team members and 3K Travel Coordinators, we're a community of travelers who turn every trip into a life-changing experience.We connect like-minded millennials and send them on adventures to 300+ destinations worldwide.We're on a mission to design and deliver experiences worth living and sharing, through rewriting the rules of the travel industry.Sounds exciting?Before you apply, please read through our Cultural ManifestoABOUT THE ROLEJOB TITLE: Portfolio Development Manager – New ItinerariesLOCATION: Hybrid (Milan)TYPE OF CONTRACT: PermanentSALARY RANGE: 40K–55K depending on seniorityWe are looking for a Portfolio Development Manager focused on New Itineraries to join our Supply team.In this role, you will be responsible for the development, performance, and go-to-market strategy of new itineraries, ensuring they meet the needs of our diverse markets and resonate with our WeRoad community.You will play a key role in shaping the future of our product portfolio by identifying new opportunities, optimizing processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure that every new itinerary we launch performs at its best — from conception to market success.WHAT YOU WILL DO1. New Itinerary PerformanceMonitor and analyze the performance of newly launched itineraries, identifying trends, challenges, and opportunities for optimization.Define KPIs and reporting systems to evaluate commercial success and traveler satisfaction.Collaborate with regional teams to gather feedback and continuously improve the product offering.2. Portfolio New DevelopmentConduct market and competitor analyses to identify new destination opportunities and product trends.Develop new itineraries that align with our travelers' needs and the strategic goals of each market.Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (Travel Producers, DMCs, Destination Manager,...) to ensure the best possible product mix.3. New Itinerary Flow & Approval ProcessOversee and refine the approval flow for new itineraries, ensuring only the best and most relevant products are launched on our marketplace.Define the requirements and quality standards for itineraries proposed by external producers, ensuring they align with WeRoad's development pillars and community expectations.Review and validate new proposals to detect similarities or overlaps with existing itineraries, maintaining a coherent and distinctive portfolio.Collaborate with Tech and Operations teams to optimize and automate approval workflows, improving both internal and external processes and ensuring a smooth go-live on our platforms.4. Go-to-Market and Process OptimizationCoordinate and optimize the end-to-end process of launching new itineraries — from product testing to commercial roll-out.Ensure alignment between Product, Marketing, Communication, and Commercial teams for successful launches.Work closely with Tech and Operations to streamline product setup, data flows, and integrations across systems.5. Website CurationOversee the presentation and consistency of new itineraries on the website.Ensure all product pages include relevant and accurate information, with consistent wording, storytelling, and visuals.Collaborate with the Content and Brand teams to maintain quality standards and enhance user experience.Drive test projects to validate and implement large-scale improvements across platforms — for example, adding hotel names on travel pages or removing the money pot feature.Use results from A/B testing and data analysis to recommend optimizations and process enhancements.WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORExperience in Product or Portfolio Management: 3+ years in managing travel products, itineraries, or experiences — ideally in the tourism, travel, or hospitality industry.Strategic & Analytical Mindset: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; confident in interpreting data to drive performance and product decisions.Market Awareness: Deep understanding of travel market dynamics and customer needs across different geographies.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Proven ability to work closely with marketing, commercial, and tech teams to deliver results.Project Management: Strong organizational skills to handle multiple launches, priorities, and deadlines.Entrepreneurial Spirit: Proactive, curious, and driven by impact.You're comfortable testing, learning, and iterating fast.Language Skills: Fluent in EnglishYOU WILL LOVE WORKING AT WEROAD IFYou dream big, aim higher, and push yourself beyond limits you didn't think possible.Challenges excite you, and you're hungry for the next win.You want to be part of a young, smart, and fun team that shares your passion for travel.You thrive in a community of bold thinkers and doers who challenge and inspire each other.You're an entrepreneur at heart, take responsibility from day one, and move fast to make things happen.You prefer adventure over routine and embrace the fast-paced, ever-changing ride of a scaleup.You make decisions quickly, test, learn, and adapt—because growth comes from action.You believe in the power of people.Our WeRoaders and Travel Coordinators are at the core of everything we do, and you're eager to be part of something bigger.What we can offerPerformance-based bonus –An discretionary annual variable bonus, and based on performance and company results.A free WeRoad trip every year – Choose your dream destination with €1,200/year travel discount or travel even more as a Travel Coordinator.Unlimited holiday – You are a master of your own time.Opportunities to learn – We invest in your growth with training and learning opportunities.New parent support – €3,600/year for 3 years after birth or adoption (or prorated if your child is under 3 when you start at WeRoad).Extra benefits – Meal vouchers (€8/day – when applicable), a €1,000 bonus for your wedding or civil union, and one-off bonus when you hit 5 years with us.Fun – A vibrant co-working space, team buildings and meet-ups.Hybrid working – Flexible working, and we support you to work from your destination of choice up to 1 month per year.Ready to apply?At WeRoad, cultural fit matters as much as skills.We assess both the what, what someone brings and the how, how they work and live our values.With multiple steps, we make sure every new joiner is not just a match, but 150% aligned with our Culture.The selection process will consist of:introductory call with Talent Acquisition Specialisttechnical and background-based interview with Hiring ManagerCase StudySecond technical interviewWeRoad is an equal opportunity employer: we consider for employment all applicants, regardless of their race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, family status, political affiliation, disability, and any other legally protected characteristic.Statistically speaking, women are less likely to apply for roles where they don't fit the job description perfectly.Don't let a checklist hold you back: if you're passionate about the role we encourage you to apply with enthusiasm#J-*****-Ljbffr