Little America
Building the Future of Our TravelTech Ecosystem
Are you an analytical and structured thinker who loves creating clarity from complexity? We’re looking for aSenior Product Owner with a passion for buildingcomplex administrative ecosystems, including internal sales tools, customer portals, and supplier dashboards — ensuring every feature serves a real business purpose and delivers measurable value. Come and join our team in Zeist, The Netherlands! About Us
We’re a Dutch travel company
specializing in tailor-made holidays to Australia and New Zealand ( TravelEssence ), and to the United States and Canada ( Little America ). We have office located in the Netherlands, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Portugal (it). Over the years, we’ve transformed from a traditional tour operator into a TravelTech company , combining human expertise with smart digital systems to deliver unforgettable travel experiences. We’re passionate about improving a little every day, our systems, our service, and our customer journeys. Together, TravelEssence
and Little America
are growing fast, and so is our technology landscape. That’s why we’re expanding our team with a driven and detail-oriented Product Owner to help us take the next step. Our Vision on AI
Innovation is in our DNA, and AI plays a central role in our evolution . We are incorporating AI on a strategic, team, and individual level
to optimize how we work, make decisions, and create better customer experiences. Our in-house platform, Travelvety , already integrates AI agents built within OutSystems , helping us improve workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and make smarter, data-driven decisions. This pioneering approach has been recognized by OutSystems , we’re proud to be among the front-runners in developing AI-driven low-code solutions . As we continue to grow, AI will remain a key part of our journey, not replacing people, but empowering them to do their best work with smarter tools and more meaningful insights Your Role
At the heart of our operations lies Travelvety , our custom-built ERP and travel management system, developed in the OutSystems low-code platform . Travelvety connects every part of our business, from internal sales tools to customer-facing products like My Portal
and the TravelEssence App , as well as Supplier Dashboards
for our partners. As our Senior Product Owner , you’ll be the right hand of our IT Director and company co-owner , who is increasingly focusing on long-term vision and strategy. You’ll take charge of the day-to-day management of our 14-person development and QA team , ensuring every sprint delivers business value and technical excellence. This is a role for someone who doesn’t just lead, but truly understands and builds . You’ll think strategically and help define and support the company’s vision , while being hands‑on enough to design new modules from scratch , based on stakeholder input, commercial priorities, and inspiration from the market. You combine a commercial mindset
with strong analytical skills: you understand how technology supports sales, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. You demand nothing less than the best UX/UI
for both internal and external users, ensuring every interaction feels intuitive, efficient, and delightful. You’ll work with the team and business from idea to operation , doing whatever is needed to make the business work effectively. You understand how our company runs on a day-to-day basis and can translate operational challenges into digital solutions that truly support and strengthen the business. What You’ll Do
Based on input from stakeholders , you’ll work closely with the IT Director
to define and manage the roadmap
for Travelvety
and its connected platforms ( My Portal , TravelEssence App , and Supplier Dashboards )
Translate business needs into clear, structured, and actionable requirements
for the development team Collaborate daily with stakeholders , understanding their goals, challenges, and perspectives, and balance them with company priorities Ensure consistent alignment between business strategy and
technical execution Prioritize features based on value, effort, and commercial impact, and communicate decisions clearly Own the product backlog and ensure clarity and focus for the development and QA teams Work closely with both business and technical teams from concept through go‑live and beyond Monitor progress, ensure timely delivery, and uphold quality standards Drive exceptional UX/UI quality
across all internal and external‑facing applications Support sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives, and release coordination Be the analytical mind that questions assumptions, challenges gaps, and drives data‑informed decisions Contribute to shaping the product vision and long‑term system architecture
alongside the IT Director What We’re Looking For
5+ years of experience
as a Product Owner, ideally in complex administrative or ERP‑style ecosystems Proven experience with customer portals, supplier dashboards , or similar sales or CRM‑driven platforms Strong commercial mindset
with a deep understanding of how systems drive sales and service quality Passion for UX/UI excellence , ensuring every feature feels seamless and purposeful Knows from a business point of view what it takes to get API integrations with external partners
from idea to full operation Highly analytical and structured , able to turn complexity into clarity Excellent stakeholder management, empathetic, curious, yet determined and decisive Experience with Agile methodologies ; Agile Product Owner certification
is a plus Familiarity with OutSystems or other low‑code platforms
is a strong advantage Fluent in English
(Dutch is a plus) Living within a 45‑minute commute of our Zeist office
to easily connect with the business teams Work onsite at our Zeist headquarters , close to the business and leadership team Become a key strategic player , working directly with the IT Director and shaping company‑wide systems Lead and collaborate with our development and QA team in Lisbon Enjoy a healthy work–life balance
in a culture that values both quality and personal growth Be part of a lean, fast‑moving organization , almost 20 years in business, over 100 FTE strong, yet with a start‑up mindset
and minimal bureaucracy Work in an environment where ideas are heard, decisions are quick, and innovation never stops Competitive salary and the opportunity to grow alongside a rapidly scaling TravelTech company How to Apply
If you’re ready to take ownership of impactful products and help shape the technology behind unforgettable travel experiences, send your CV
and cover letter to Janneke Hoff viahr@travelessence.nl . She is also available to answer any questions you may have via email or phone on +31 6 34009209 . Join us in Zeist , and help us make every journey extraordinary!
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Are you an analytical and structured thinker who loves creating clarity from complexity? We’re looking for aSenior Product Owner with a passion for buildingcomplex administrative ecosystems, including internal sales tools, customer portals, and supplier dashboards — ensuring every feature serves a real business purpose and delivers measurable value. Come and join our team in Zeist, The Netherlands! About Us
We’re a Dutch travel company
specializing in tailor-made holidays to Australia and New Zealand ( TravelEssence ), and to the United States and Canada ( Little America ). We have office located in the Netherlands, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Portugal (it). Over the years, we’ve transformed from a traditional tour operator into a TravelTech company , combining human expertise with smart digital systems to deliver unforgettable travel experiences. We’re passionate about improving a little every day, our systems, our service, and our customer journeys. Together, TravelEssence
and Little America
are growing fast, and so is our technology landscape. That’s why we’re expanding our team with a driven and detail-oriented Product Owner to help us take the next step. Our Vision on AI
Innovation is in our DNA, and AI plays a central role in our evolution . We are incorporating AI on a strategic, team, and individual level
to optimize how we work, make decisions, and create better customer experiences. Our in-house platform, Travelvety , already integrates AI agents built within OutSystems , helping us improve workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and make smarter, data-driven decisions. This pioneering approach has been recognized by OutSystems , we’re proud to be among the front-runners in developing AI-driven low-code solutions . As we continue to grow, AI will remain a key part of our journey, not replacing people, but empowering them to do their best work with smarter tools and more meaningful insights Your Role
At the heart of our operations lies Travelvety , our custom-built ERP and travel management system, developed in the OutSystems low-code platform . Travelvety connects every part of our business, from internal sales tools to customer-facing products like My Portal
and the TravelEssence App , as well as Supplier Dashboards
for our partners. As our Senior Product Owner , you’ll be the right hand of our IT Director and company co-owner , who is increasingly focusing on long-term vision and strategy. You’ll take charge of the day-to-day management of our 14-person development and QA team , ensuring every sprint delivers business value and technical excellence. This is a role for someone who doesn’t just lead, but truly understands and builds . You’ll think strategically and help define and support the company’s vision , while being hands‑on enough to design new modules from scratch , based on stakeholder input, commercial priorities, and inspiration from the market. You combine a commercial mindset
with strong analytical skills: you understand how technology supports sales, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. You demand nothing less than the best UX/UI
for both internal and external users, ensuring every interaction feels intuitive, efficient, and delightful. You’ll work with the team and business from idea to operation , doing whatever is needed to make the business work effectively. You understand how our company runs on a day-to-day basis and can translate operational challenges into digital solutions that truly support and strengthen the business. What You’ll Do
Based on input from stakeholders , you’ll work closely with the IT Director
to define and manage the roadmap
for Travelvety
and its connected platforms ( My Portal , TravelEssence App , and Supplier Dashboards )
Translate business needs into clear, structured, and actionable requirements
for the development team Collaborate daily with stakeholders , understanding their goals, challenges, and perspectives, and balance them with company priorities Ensure consistent alignment between business strategy and
technical execution Prioritize features based on value, effort, and commercial impact, and communicate decisions clearly Own the product backlog and ensure clarity and focus for the development and QA teams Work closely with both business and technical teams from concept through go‑live and beyond Monitor progress, ensure timely delivery, and uphold quality standards Drive exceptional UX/UI quality
across all internal and external‑facing applications Support sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives, and release coordination Be the analytical mind that questions assumptions, challenges gaps, and drives data‑informed decisions Contribute to shaping the product vision and long‑term system architecture
alongside the IT Director What We’re Looking For
5+ years of experience
as a Product Owner, ideally in complex administrative or ERP‑style ecosystems Proven experience with customer portals, supplier dashboards , or similar sales or CRM‑driven platforms Strong commercial mindset
with a deep understanding of how systems drive sales and service quality Passion for UX/UI excellence , ensuring every feature feels seamless and purposeful Knows from a business point of view what it takes to get API integrations with external partners
from idea to full operation Highly analytical and structured , able to turn complexity into clarity Excellent stakeholder management, empathetic, curious, yet determined and decisive Experience with Agile methodologies ; Agile Product Owner certification
is a plus Familiarity with OutSystems or other low‑code platforms
is a strong advantage Fluent in English
(Dutch is a plus) Living within a 45‑minute commute of our Zeist office
to easily connect with the business teams Work onsite at our Zeist headquarters , close to the business and leadership team Become a key strategic player , working directly with the IT Director and shaping company‑wide systems Lead and collaborate with our development and QA team in Lisbon Enjoy a healthy work–life balance
in a culture that values both quality and personal growth Be part of a lean, fast‑moving organization , almost 20 years in business, over 100 FTE strong, yet with a start‑up mindset
and minimal bureaucracy Work in an environment where ideas are heard, decisions are quick, and innovation never stops Competitive salary and the opportunity to grow alongside a rapidly scaling TravelTech company How to Apply
If you’re ready to take ownership of impactful products and help shape the technology behind unforgettable travel experiences, send your CV
and cover letter to Janneke Hoff viahr@travelessence.nl . She is also available to answer any questions you may have via email or phone on +31 6 34009209 . Join us in Zeist , and help us make every journey extraordinary!
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