Lead Specialist, Data Product

Mississauga, ON
Hybrid
Posted Sep 20, 2026
1 position

$50,000–$60,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Office presence: 4 days per week

Job summary

The Lead Specialist, Data Product oversees the accuracy and optimization of hotel content and supplier data across all internal systems and product platforms. This role acts as the senior subject-matter expert, performing quality control and troubleshooting data discrepancies to ensure alignment with product strategy.

Job details

WHO WE ARE At Air Canada Vacations, we’re in the business of making dreams travel. That’s why we offer vacation packages, tours, cruises and more tailored to everyone’s individual needs. We like to say we have a vacation for every traveller because we do! If you're someone who's passionate about exploring the world and sharing that enthusiasm with our customers, we'd love to welcome you to our team. For over 50 years, Air Canada Vacations has been making travel easy, so come and join us in helping fellow Canadians create unforgettable memories wherever they go. Don’t miss this opportunity! Submit your application by October 5, 2026 to be considered for this exciting opportunity. Job Title: Lead Specialist, Data Product Department: Product – Sun Team Location : YYZ or YUL Reporting Manager: Manager, Product The Lead Specialist, Data Product is responsible for overseeing accuracy and optimization of hotel content and data across Air Canada Vacations’ product platforms. Acting as the senior subject-matter expert for supplier data. This role ensures that all information such as categories, amenities, descriptions, images, promotions, and operational attributes is accurately maintained, efficiently integrated, and aligned with ACV’s product strategy and brand standards and guidelines. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING • Oversee the creation, maintenance, and continuous updating of supplier data across all internal systems and product platforms. • Ensure accuracy and consistency of supplier content including, categories, bedding, amenities, restrictions, promotions, images, inclusions, exclusions, descriptions, etc. • Act as the final quality-control point for all supplier data loaded into the system, ensuring consistency and error-free output. • Troubleshoot data discrepancies and coordinate with internal teams to resolve system or content issues by performing website quality checks. • Act as the escalation point for complex data related questions or system issues. • Liaise with suppliers and destination partners to validate content accuracy and obtain missing data or updates. • Support testing of new product lines, automated tools, and integrations. • Prepare periodic reports on data quality, processing times, and error resolution. Support new product lines as required. WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM • College diploma or bachelor’s degree in Tourism, Business, Data Management, Hospitality, or a related field. • Minimum 3–5 years of experience in hotel data management, product loading, hospitality distribution, or tourism operations. • Proficient in Microsoft Excel (advanced level preferred). • High attention to detail and strong analytical skills. • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple priorities. WHY WORK WITH US? Our team loves to travel, and we have one of the most generous employee travel programs in the industry. You’ll be eligible for travel privileges for yourself and other eligible persons once you’ve completed 6 months of service Hybrid work model: Corporate Mandate of 4 days in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday + 4th day of your choice) and 1 day from home We value your wellbeing and offer a wide variety of benefit plans, including health and dental, for you and your family We offer training and development tools to help unlock your full potential Please note that these benefits apply to permanent, full-time employees. Visit our Careers page for a full list of benefits. OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION Air Canada Vacations is committed to ensuring a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Workplace, fundamental to its core values. We celebrate the uniqueness of every individual, listen to every voice, and instill a sense of belonging in our people that allows each team member’s authentic self to truly shine. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply as we strive to create a diverse team that mirrors the diversity of the customers and communities we serve as an equal opportunity employer. Should you require any accommodation, please inform us and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any accessibility-related assistance, requests for information in accessible alternative formats or to report any accessibility problems, please share in your application. Linguistic Requirements When qualifications are equal, preference will be given to bilingual candidates. The position involves daily interactions with partners, clients, and colleagues located outside of Quebec.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must possess a college diploma or bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Tourism, Business, or Data Management. A minimum of 3–5 years of experience in hotel data management or hospitality operations is required, along with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.