WELCOME TO SITA
SITA is the leading specialist in air transport communications and information technology. We don’t just connect the global aviation industry, we apply decades of experience and expertise to address almost every core business, operational, baggage, and passenger process in air transport. As an organization, we cover 95% of all international air travel destinations and work with over 2,800 air transport and government customers in every corner of the globe. Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of technology while embracing our collaborative, and inclusive culture.
Ready to redefine air travel? The journey starts here, with you at SITA.
ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:
Your task as a Senior Product Specialist is to increase the profitability of our existing products as well as developing new and innovative solutions.Your primary capabilities shall include technical knowledge, excellent communication, and great people skills, since your role will include inter-departmental communication. You will define the product requirements based on customer needs, market analysis and industry trends. For a successful Go-To-Market, you will define the strategy together with the Marketing and Communication departments. You will create the product and help Marketing to understand the key benefits of the product or solution for different target groups. Create product, take product through HAL technical approval boards, write technical specs, write marketing brochure, determine pricing, write business case to receive funding approval, ensure product can be invoiced and billed to customers.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Work closely with the Heathrow Innovation teams and align with their IT road map strategy, review the current Heathrow Commercial Telecoms product services and evolve their service in line with the market trends.
- Analyze the Heathrow products and demonstrate value for money whilst identifying any gaps in the service.
- Bring to market three new products or enhance existing growing the existing portfolio services and revenues.
- Work together with Heathrow IT Architects in order to gain technical approval for new products and with the SITA design team to ensure product/network migration is achievable.
- Create and present product business cases to enable governance approval.
- Present potential growth in the products and demonstrate any new price strategy and own the business strategy behind a product (both physical and digital products).
- Be responsible for orchestrating the various activities associated with ensuring that a product is delivered that meets users' needs.
- Work closely with the Project Managers delivering the service and handing over to the support team.
- Own the product technical specification and Commercial Telecoms Portal written content.
- Arrange relevant product training for the sales team, back-office admin team and service support desk.
EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical, business or marketing discipline.
- Technical knowledge of telecom products.
- Product life-cycle management experience.
- Experience owning and delivering projects.
- Stakeholder management experience.
- Experience creating clear business cases.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Innovation skills and a track record in defining market requirements and functional specifications.
- Good knowledge of Product Management, Stage Gate or other product development methodology.
NICE-TO-HAVE:
- Master’s degree a plus.
- Understanding of the latest trends and innovations within the airline/airport industry and relevant technology areas.
- Salesforce experience is a plus
WHAT WE OFFER:
At SITA, we disrupt the status quo, by empowering our people to pioneer innovations that touch the lives of billions. Bringing together diverse minds from across the globe, we foster a dynamic and positive workplace culture, that values our talented team members for their contributions and dedication. Check out our core benefits, enabling our people across the globe:
🏡Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on the needs of your team and your customers)
⏰ Flex Day: Shape your workday to suit your life and your plans.
🌎 Flex-Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.
🌿Employee Wellbeing: We’ve got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), available to you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year, and Champion Health - a personalized, proactive platform to support diverse wellbeing needs.
🚀Professional Development: Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning!
🙌 Competitive Benefits: Access competitive benefits tailored to the local market and your employment status.
SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify in the application process