Revenue & Distribution Manager

Careers at UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

Join FIVE Hotels and Resorts in Dubai as a Revenue & Distribution Manager. In this exciting role, you will develop and execute revenue strategies to maximize profitability across luxurious destinations. Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management and at least five years of relevant experience.

Key aspects include analyzing market trends, collaborating with teams on strategy, and managing distribution channels. FIVE is committed to diversity and offers an exhilarating work environment where your talents are celebrated.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in revenue management, pricing, or distribution.
• Proven track record in optimizing revenue and driving profitability.
• Experience with distribution channels and market data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute revenue management strategies for FIVE’s destinations.
• Analyze market trends and competitive landscape to optimize pricing.
• Collaborate with leadership on promotional strategies and pricing.

Skills

Leadership and organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Proactive problem-solving

Customer satisfaction improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Revenue Management Systems (e.g., Opera, Travel Click)

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Revenue & Distribution Manager

Job Description

An Exhilarating Opportunity

Are You Ready for a Daring Challenge with The World’s Hottest Luxury Hotel Group? Disruptive by Design, FIVE Hotels and Resorts is Redefining ‘FIVE-Star’ Hospitality and Setting the Gold Standard across the Industry.

Join the FIVE Tribe – and Get Ready to Make Waves.

The Candidate

A Driven Self-Starter, you have Excellent Communication, Leadership and Organisational Skills. As an Astute Creative and Critical Thinker, you can Conceptualise and Implement Innovative Solutions in a Fast-Paced Environment. Not even the Smallest Detail Escapes Your Keen Eye and You Execute Tasks Proactively with Precision and Finesse. A ‘Can-Do!’ Attitude Coupled with An Inherent Flair for Taking Ownership Makes You a Highly Motivated Go-Getter.

Your Outgoing and Approachable Nature enables you to Seamlessly Connect with other ‘FIVERs’ and key Stakeholders, ensuring that Their and Your Journey at FIVE is nothing short of Sensational. Joining our Revenue and Reservations Team as a Revenue and Distribution Manager will Empower you to deliver Exceptional Experiences across our award-winning Lifestyle Destinations. Jump on Board and Unlock your Potential in a Buzzing Environment that will take your Career to New Heights!

What We’re Looking For

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field, reflecting a commitment to excellence and a solid foundation in Revenue Management.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in revenue management, pricing, or distribution, showcasing a proven track record of success in Optimising Revenue and Driving Profitability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, enabling effective analysis of market data, trends, and revenue performance.
• The ability to work both Independently and Collaboratively as part of a Team, embodying strong Leadership Qualities and Organisational Acumen.
• Proven experience in connecting new Distribution Channels and assessing the performance of existing channels, showcasing a Visionary Approach to Continuous Improvement and Expansion.
• Demonstrates proficiency in Industry-Leading Revenue Management Systems (e.g., Opera, Travel Click, or similar) for pricing, inventory, distribution management, and rate parity checks.
• Computer literacy, with a mastery of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook for data analysis and reporting.
• A Proactive Nature with a meticulous Eye for Detail, complemented by the ability to Multitask effectively in a Fast-Paced Environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, leveraging strong verbal and written skills to engage effectively with Guests, FIVE Tribe Members, and stakeholders.
• Next-Level Organisational and Leadership skills, effectively leading and inspiring the FIVE Tribe to New Heights.
• Find creative solutions and take ownership of all duties and tasks assigned, while ensuring an unparalleled Journey at FIVE.
• Skills in Improving Customer Satisfaction and Driving Profitability, showcasing a commitment to Industry-Leading Standards.
• ‘FIVE-Styled’ Visionary thinking: finding creative solutions, while taking Ownership for all duties and tasks assigned.
• Impeccable communication skills, both verbal and written, with fluency in English (additional languages are a plus).
• A hands-on attitude, fuelled by a ‘Can-Do!’ Spirit.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops and executes Industry-Leading Revenue Management and Distribution Strategies for FIVE’s luxurious destinations in Dubai and Zurich, aiming to maximise revenue, profitability, and market share.
• Analyses market trends, the competitive landscape, and customer behaviour to determine bespoke Pricing, Inventory, and Distribution Strategies that Optimise Revenue and Set the Gold Standard to increase Direct Bookings.
• Monitors and analyses sales, revenue, and distribution Data with a Keen Eye for upcoming Trends, Opportunities, and Challenges, facilitating Revenue Optimisation and Cost Minimisation.
• Collaborates closely with the Commercial Leadership Team to curate promotions, packages, and pricing Strategies that attract new Guests and cultivate Lasting Relationships.
• Strategically manages and optimises the hotel’s Room Inventory, ensuring Maximum Utilisation and Revenue-Generating Capacity.
• Oversees and manages the hotel’s Distribution Channels, including online travel agencies (OTAs), globally recognised distribution systems (GDS), and direct bookings to maximise revenue and optimise costs.
• Conducts meticulous Rate Parity Checks across various distribution channels, upholding the FIVE’s Commitment to Consistency and Fair Pricing.
• Explores new Boundary-Breaking Distribution Channels, evaluating their potential and assessing the performance of existing channels to identify opportunities for Expansion.
• Utilises and expertly manages the hotel’s First-in-Class Revenue Management System, ensuring Precise Pricing, meticulous Inventory Management, and Next-Level Distribution Optimisation.
• Cultivates and maintains Exceptional Relationships with key stakeholders, including prestigious corporate clients, influential travel agents, and esteemed industry associations, leveraging these connections to Ignite Exciting Partnerships and elevate the ‘Vibe at FIVE.’
• Provides regular Reports, in-depth Analysis, and Visionary Recommendations to the Executive Team, offering invaluable insights on revenue performance, captivating market trends, groundbreaking distribution strategies, and rate parity compliance.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The FIVE Tribe represents over 70 nationalities across its over 1500 ‘FIVERs’. FIVE is Committed to Hiring a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce as an Equal-Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, FIVE does not discriminate based on disability, race, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, nationality, marital status, or any other basis protected under national or local laws. Ranked 10th on the Great Workplaces in the UAE 2023 list of Large Organisations, the FIVE Tribe is more than a group of people working together – it is a Family bonded by common Values and Goals, Celebrating People, Culture and Diversity.