Destination Manager

ABOUT WEROAD: CONNECTING PEOPLE, CULTURES, AND STORIES

Founded in 2017, WeRoad is a fast-growing startup that is disrupting the travel industry in Italy, Spain, UK, Germany, France, Switzerland and… the USA!

With 200 team members and 4K Travel Coordinators, we’re a community of travelers who turn every trip into a life-changing experience. We connect like-minded millennials and send them on adventures to 1000+ destinations worldwide.

We're on a mission to design and deliver experiences worth living and sharing, through rewriting the rules of the travel industry.

Sounds exciting? Before you apply, please read through our Cultural Manifesto 👥

ABOUT THE ROLE

JOB TITLE: Destination Manager

LOCATION: Hybrid (Milan) or full remote

TYPE OF CONTRACT: Permanent Contract, full time

SALARY RANGE: €35.000 - €43.000 (we will determine the offer based on experience and seniority)

We're looking for a highly motivated and Destination Manager to join our Supply team as we enter a new phase of growth, with significant international expansion and a growing focus on the US source market. We’re looking for a commercially-minded Destination Manager who can combine strong product judgement, supplier management, and US customer understanding to help scale WeRoad globally and deliver unique, best-in-class travel experiences for our WeRoaders.

What you'll do:

• Own the commercial and operational performance of a portfolio of destinations and itineraries

• Develop and improve itineraries for international travellers, with increasing focus on the US source market

• Negotiate directly with suppliers and partners to improve margin, quality, and customer experience

• Build and manage relationships with DMCs, direct suppliers, and external travel producers

• Analyse product performance and quickly identify opportunities or issues across pricing, demand, quality, and operations

• Solve operational and customer issues in a fast-moving environment, including support during live incidents or emergencies

• Work cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Customer Care, and Finance to scale high-performing travel products

What we’re looking for:

• 3+ years’ experience in travel product, contracting, buying, or similar commercial roles

• Strong English communication skills (including business fluency); Italian required. Some Spanish is a plus

• Experience working with US source markets and destinations is a strong nice to have

• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing external suppliers or partners

• Commercial mindset with experience improving performance, margin, or customer experience

• Hands-on and practical approach: able to move from analysis to execution fast, and comfortable making decisions quickly, even with incomplete information

• Thrives in fast-paced, scale-up environments and stays calm under operational pressure

You will love working at WeRoad if:

• You dream big, aim higher, and push yourself beyond limits you didn’t think possible. Challenges excite you, and you’re hungry for the next win.

• You want to be part of a young, smart, and fun team that shares your passion for travel. You thrive in a community of bold thinkers and doers who challenge and inspire each other.

• You’re an entrepreneur at heart, take responsibility from day one, and move fast to make things happen.

• You prefer adventure over routine and embrace the fast-paced, ever-changing ride of a scaleup. You make decisions quickly, test, learn, and adapt—because growth comes from action.

• You believe in the power of people. Our WeRoaders and Travel Coordinators are at the core of everything we do, and you’re eager to be part of something bigger.

What we can offer

• Performance-based bonus – A discretionary annual variable bonus, and based on performance and company results.

• A free WeRoad trip every year – Choose your dream destination with €1,400/year travel discount or travel even more as a Travel Coordinator.

• Trust-based holidays – We believe performance is driven by impact, not by hours at a desk. You are encouraged to take the time you need to recharge, beyond contractual minimums, within shared guidelines.

• Opportunities to learn – We invest in your growth with training and learning opportunities.

• New parent support – €3,600/year for 3 years after birth or adoption (or prorated if your child is under 3 when you start at WeRoad).

• Extra benefits – Meal vouchers (€8/day – when applicable), a €1,000 bonus for your wedding or civil union, and one-off bonus when you hit 5 years with us.

• Fun – A vibrant co-working space, team buildings and meet-ups.

• Hybrid working - Flexible working

Ready to apply?

At WeRoad, cultural fit matters as much as skills. We assess both the what, what someone brings and the how, how they work and live our values. With multiple steps, we make sure every new joiner is not just a match, but 150% aligned with our Culture.

The selection process will consist of:

• introductory call with Talent Acquisition Lead

• technical and background-based interview with Senior Destination Manager

• Case Study/ Second technical interview

• Head of Supply + Culture Champions step

As part of your application, please include:

• A brief example of a travel product, destination, or commercial project you improved, what the problem was and what actions you personally took with the measurable outcome. We will not consider any application without this answer.

WeRoad is an equal opportunity employer: we consider for employment all applicants, regardless of their race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, family status, political affiliation, disability, and any other legally protected characteristic.

Statistically speaking, women are less likely to apply for roles where they don't fit the job description perfectly. Don’t let a checklist hold you back: if you’re passionate about the role we encourage you to apply with enthusiasm!