Overview
As the Product Manager for Flights Supply, you will lead the critical execution of integrating global airline and third‑party partners to scale our inventory and ensure a world‑class booking experience. This 100% remote role requires bridging complex API architecture with commercial goals and driving performance across price competitiveness, bookability, and latency.
Day‑to‑day Responsibilities
Lead the end‑to‑end integration of external flight supply partners including airlines, aggregators, and GDS via high‑performance connectivity APIs.
Translate complex commercial and technical requirements into clear product specifications for shopping, booking, and post‑booking automation.
Prioritize and manage a high‑velocity roadmap focused on improving integration quality, reducing time‑to‑market, and minimizing system defects.
Monitor and optimise core supply metrics such as price competitiveness, booking success rates, and API latency to ensure a seamless user experience.
Collaborate with engineering teams to build scalable, stable backend solutions that align with internal platform standards.
Implement AI‑native solutions for anomaly detection in pricing, automated issue handling, and partner data mapping.
Work closely with commercial and partner‑success teams to onboard new supply sources and resolve performance gaps in availability or functionality.
Standardise integration processes to improve the scalability of partner onboarding and operational efficiency.
Communicate progress, technical hurdles, and performance results to cross‑functional stakeholders.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications
At least 6 years of product management experience, specifically within high‑growth, execution‑focused environments.
Technical fluency in APIs, backend systems, and third‑party integrations to effectively partner with engineering on complex connectivity challenges.
A data‑driven approach to product ownership with the ability to define, track, and move needle‑moving metrics like conversion, bookability, and latency.
An AI‑native mindset and a strong interest in applying machine learning to automate repetitive workflows and improve data quality.
Exceptional collaborative skills to navigate the intersection of engineering, commercial operations, and external partner requirements.
Professional experience in travel, flights, GDS, or supply‑heavy domains to provide a deep understanding of airline distribution and pricing logic.
Familiarity with inventory management or booking systems to drive improvements in post‑booking automation and ancillary coverage.
Exposure to AI‑driven products or data enrichment workflows to accelerate partner onboarding and operational efficiency.
Benefits
Well‑funded and proven startup with large ambitions, competitive salary, and pre‑IPO equity packages.
Carrot Cash travel stipend.
Flexdesk All Access Pass & work‑from‑home stipend.
Entrepreneurial culture that encourages risk‑taking and innovation.
Open communication with management and company leadership.
Small, dynamic teams providing massive impact.
Role type & Location
Independent Service Provider (B2B). Remote Ireland. As Hopper does not maintain a local legal entity in Ireland, this role is strictly an independent contractor engagement.
Business Autonomy: You are engaging as an independent business entity (e.g., Sole Trader in Ireland) and are responsible for your own equipment and workspace.
Tax & Social Security: You are responsible for registering with local tax authorities and self‑paying income taxes, VAT, and social security.
No Benefits/Entitlements: This engagement does not entitle the provider to employment‑related benefits, including paid leave, statutory sick pay, or redundancy protections.
Compliance: You confirm you have the legal right to work as a self‑employed professional in your jurisdiction and will provide valid invoices for all services rendered.
Compensation
Compensation Range: $180K - $220K.
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