Product Manager – Flight Cruise Optimization
Overview:WELCOME TO SITA We're the team that keeps airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our tech and communication innovations are the secret behind the success of the world's air travel industry. You'll find us at 95% of international hubs. We partner closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients, each with their own unique needs and challenges. Our goal is to find fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to make their operations run like clockwork. Want to be a part of something big? Are you ready to love your job? The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA. PURPOSE As a Product Manager, you will own and drive the roadmap for our Flight Cruise Optimization product by shaping the product strategy and execution to achieve financial growth and customer satisfaction in line with SITA’s strategic objectives. This role is pivotal in aligning product vision with the broader portfolio, ensuring customer value, and optimizing airline operations through innovative solutions. WHAT YOU’LL DO - Define and own the product roadmap for Flight Cruise Optimization, balancing strategic objectives with customer priorities.
- Align product strategy with the broader portfolio, leveraging market insights, customer feedback, and industry trends.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Customer Operations and Support, and delivery, to ensure timely and high-quality feature delivery.
- Engage with airline customers, and operational stakeholders to gather insights and validate product decisions.
- Manage the product backlog, participate in sprint planning, and champion agile practices.
- Support go-to-market strategy with market insights, analysis, and positioning.
- Track product KPIs, adoption, and usage metrics to drive continuous improvement.
- Draft product documentation, training content, and internal enablement materials.
- Participate in internal governance reporting and release planning Qualifications:ABOUT YOUR SKILLS - 3–5 years of experience in airline flight operations domain are required.
- Strong knowledge of airline operations, fuel efficiency and flight optimization is highly desirable. - Proven experience in product management with solid understanding of the product development life cycle and agile methodologies.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to assess competitive environments and market trends.
- Skilled at requirements analysis and translating complex customer needs into actionable solutions.
- Excellent strategic thinking and planning capabilities, both tactical and long-term.
- Effective relationship management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Clear and confident communicator, able to explain complex concepts to diverse stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Fluent in English (Spanish or French is a plus). WHAT WE OFFERWe're all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We're really proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too. Find out what it's like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever. Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team's needs)⏰ Flex Day: Make your workday suit your life and plans. Flex-Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world. Employee Wellbeing: We have got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health - a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs.