Distribution Strategy Analyst — Travel Perks & Growth

American Airlines; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

Health benefits

Wellness programs

401(k)

Employee discounts

Job summary

American Airlines is seeking an Analyst/Sr Analyst in Dallas, TX to lead distribution strategy. You will manage major GDS partnerships, drive budgeting and forecasting, and support negotiations with economic modeling and strategic analysis.

Collaboration across Finance, Revenue, IT, and Sales supports informed distribution decisions. The role emphasizes analytical rigor, cross‑functional teamwork, and clear communication with leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience/training.
• 3 years related experience.
• Experience with SQL.

Responsibilities

• Own and strengthen key relationships with major GDS partners through account management.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and monthly reporting processes for GDS and NDC distribution.
• Support GDS and NDC negotiations by contributing to economic modeling and strategic analysis.
• Identify, analyze, and quantify strategic opportunities—financial, commercial, or operational—for Distribution Strategy.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to assess risks and opportunities related to product distribution.
• Develop and lead internal training sessions focused on Distribution initiatives.
• Present analysis and recommendations to leadership and external stakeholders.

Skills

SQL

Analytical skills

Financial analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Tableau

Cognos

Excel

Job description

American Airlines is seeking an Analyst/Sr Analyst in Dallas, TX to lead distribution strategy. You will manage major GDS partnerships, drive budgeting and forecasting, and support negotiations with economic modeling and strategic analysis.

Collaboration across Finance, Revenue, IT, and Sales supports informed distribution decisions. The role emphasizes analytical rigor, cross‑functional teamwork, and clear communication with leadership.