About SwimTrek
SwimTrek is a leading provider of open-water swimming holidays, delivering exceptional experiences for our guests across some of the world’s most beautiful swimming locations. We pride ourselves on offering personalised, high-quality service and creating unforgettable memories for our customers. We embrace diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills to drive innovation and create an inclusive culture where all employees can thrive. If you need any special arrangements, please let us know.
The Role
The Product Development Executive will collaborate with the Product Development Manager to research and develop new product portfolios, establish and maintain supplier relationships, and create product workbooks for internal handovers and on-location execution. Additionally, they will work closely with teams and suppliers to assess and ensure products meet established criteria. They will also be involved in negotiating best commercial rates and renewing ongoing agreements to enhance supplier relationships.
Reporting to the Product Development Manager, the key responsibilities of the role are:
* Product and Strategy Planning
* Research Analysis and Forecasting
* Product Development and Management
* Supplier Relationship Management
* Quality Management
* Assisting at events, as required.
We're looking for:
Essential:
* An excellent eye for detail
* Excellent verbal & written communication skills and ability to demonstrate flexibility and initiative.
* Ability to improve processes and systems.
* Ability to work within a busy environment, multi-task and adapt to changing priorities.
* Ability to build professional relationships with people from a range of backgrounds and cultures adapting the message accordingly
* Ability to negotiate with a variety of different suppliers.
* Ability to self-manage and motivate.
* Able to travel, including overseas, and be flexible with working hours.
Desirable:
* To be able to speak a foreign language.
* Passionate about adventure travel.
* Knowledge about adventure travel destinations and markets
* Open water swimmer
* The list of responsibilities should not be considered exhaustive. You may be required to undertake various other duties as reasonably required.
Why SwimTrek?
* LOCATION: Office located on Brighton Beach (Sea Lanes) overlooking a 50m pool and the sea
* SALARY: Market rate
* HOLIDAYS: 33 days (inc. Bank Holidays)
* PENSION: employer contribution
* WORKING HOURS: Full time based on 37.5 hours a week
* FLEXIBLE HOURS: Between 8AM-6PM with remote working options.
* OTHER INCENTIVES (but not limited to):
* Performance related bonus
* Discounted travel
* Personal budget for sporting challenge/professional development
* Swim Coaching sessions
* Team away trips
The details:
* Full-time (37.5 hours a week)
* Salary: £28,000-£32,000 depending on relevant experience.
More information: https://www.swimtrek.com/job-vacancy-product-development-executive
How to Apply:
If you feel that you are the right person for this position and that you can bring the required skills to the role, apply here by Monday 12 January 2026.
Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so the position may be filled before the advertised closing date.
Make a splash with your career – join SwimTrek as our Product Development Executive!