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Full-Time

VP Product

Traveler Products

Posted on 5/20/2024

TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor

51-200 employees

Largest travel platform for reviews and bookings

Consumer Goods
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$285k - $375kAnnually

+ Performance Bonuses + Equity Plan

Expert

United States

Occasional travel to company offices as necessary.

Category
Product Management
Product Strategy
Product
Required Skills
UI/UX Design
Communications
Data Science
Marketing
Requirements
  • 12+ years of high-scale internet Product Management experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • A self-starter who identifies opportunities and brings solutions to the table whose presence truly amplifies the entire team.
  • Exhibits an ownership mentality of driving relentless product execution, staying close to the details of what we build, and driving perspectives on how we take those products to market; in doing so, demonstrates accountability to outcomes (both user and financial ones.)
  • Unphased in the face of ambiguity and challenges; is able to cut through complexity, understand the impact of decisions on the team and the broader org, comfortable debating with and influencing peers and C-suite leaders.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead, collaborate with, and motivate cross-functional peers and teams to achieve shared goals.
  • Collaborates with others: knows when to express opinions and lead with guidance, and can change perspective as new information emerges.
  • A strong track record of leading high performing teams through complex and broad problem sets, creating structure, mobilizing teams, and pushing forward through challenges – all while staying transparent and approachable.
  • A demonstrated track record of developing, attracting, and mentoring emerging product talent.
  • Strong user-centricity and creative skills; is able to dive into the complex design tradeoffs of consumer products and coach others to evolve creative ways to unlock user value.
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills; is able to interpret data and trends, diagnose problems, and ask the right questions to help your team formulate effective action plans to resolve issues.
  • Comfortable with and adaptable to change: able to innovate and evolve processes in an environment that is often changing rapidly.
Responsibilities
  • You’ll be responsible for the journey that motivates travelers to engage deeply with Tripadvisor through consuming travel guidance and recommendations, planning their trip, using our app, and contributing their perspectives to the community. You’ll define the product strategy across all these areas, working closely with the executive team to align with our overall company strategy.
  • You’ll also be responsible for setting a compelling strategic vision for more integrated advertising solutions for large travel partners that go beyond display ads and feel native to our web and app UX, while driving material financial performance.
  • You’ll build, develop, and lead a high-performing team of product leaders, investing in the professional growth of your team so that they invest in theirs – driving execution excellence and accountability, and a strong product culture. We’re reshaping what excellent Product Management looks like within the company and you’ll be an instrumental part of developing a world-class team.
  • You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional leaders across Engineering, Design, User Research, Data Science, Product Marketing, and Operations to ensure alignment on product priorities, manage prioritization and trade-offs, and deliver successful product launches. You’ll be the champion of well-crafted, high-quality products that are delivered at a timely pace.
  • You’ll strike a balance between applying a data-driven “test and learn” methodology with an intuitive sense of how to make bold, high-upside bets that are based on an understanding of traveler needs, the competitive market, and emerging technology trends.
  • You’ll lead regular internal communications with the Executive Leadership Team to update on progress, inform of necessary strategic changes, and evangelize the work of your team.
  • You’ll represent Tripadvisor and the Traveler product portfolio to external stakeholders.

Tripadvisor is the largest travel platform in the world, designed to help travelers research and plan their trips. It collects millions of reviews and opinions from travelers about various services such as hotels, restaurants, activities, airlines, and cruises. Users can access this information to make informed decisions about their travel plans. Tripadvisor operates mainly through advertising revenue, offering businesses in the travel industry the opportunity to advertise and enhance their listings on the platform. Additionally, it earns money through affiliate commissions when users book travel services through its links. What sets Tripadvisor apart from its competitors is its vast database of user-generated content, which provides authentic insights and recommendations. The goal of Tripadvisor is to empower travelers with the information they need to create memorable travel experiences.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$325M

Headquarters

Englewood, Colorado

Founded

1999

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent $500M Term Loan B Facility secures Tripadvisor's financial stability, enabling further growth and innovation.
  • Potential acquisition and privatization could lead to strategic realignments and increased investment in the platform.
  • The formation of a special committee to evaluate potential transactions indicates proactive governance and potential for shareholder value maximization.

What critics are saying

  • The potential acquisition and privatization process could create uncertainty and instability for employees.
  • Dependence on advertising revenue makes Tripadvisor vulnerable to market fluctuations and economic downturns.

What makes TripAdvisor unique

  • Tripadvisor's extensive database of millions of reviews and opinions from a global community provides unparalleled insights for travelers, setting it apart from competitors.
  • The significant voting interest held by Liberty TripAdvisor Holdings allows for strategic influence and stability in decision-making, unlike other travel platforms with more fragmented ownership.
  • Tripadvisor's dual revenue streams from advertising and affiliate commissions offer a diversified income model, reducing dependency on a single revenue source.

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