Cluster Revenue Manager

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Hybrid work arrangement

Travel discounts

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Cluster Revenue Manager to optimize room revenue across a portfolio of hotels in Polokwane and the surrounding Limpopo region. You will implement pricing, inventory, and distribution strategies, analyze market trends, forecast demand, and drive data-driven decisions to maximize occupancy and ADR.

The role requires at least 4 years in revenue management within hospitality, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with RMS, PMS and Excel.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of revenue management experience, preferably in hotels.
• Demonstrated success delivering RM strategies and meeting revenue targets.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
• In-depth knowledge of RMS, PMS, and distribution channels.
• Excellent pricing, forecasting, and inventory control understanding.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement revenue management strategies for a hotel cluster.
• Forecast demand by analyzing market data, competitors, and trends.
• Manage inventory and restrictions across distribution channels.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to align revenue with commercial goals.
• Monitor KPIs like occupancy, ADR, RevPAR, and market share.
• Prepare regular revenue performance reports for management.

Skills

Revenue management

Data analysis

Forecasting

Pricing strategies

Excel

Communication

Presentation skills

Independent worker

Hybrid collaboration

Education

Degree in Hospitality Management

Tools

RMS

PMS

Channel managers

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic hotel management company overseeing a portfolio of properties in **Polokwane** and surrounding regions, is seeking a strategic Cluster Revenue Manager. This critical role is responsible for optimizing room revenue across multiple hotels by implementing effective pricing, inventory, and distribution strategies. The Cluster Revenue Manager will analyze market trends, forecast demand, and make data-driven decisions to maximize occupancy and Average Daily Rate (ADR). This position offers the chance to work within a supportive, hybrid work environment, contributing significantly to the financial success of a growing collection of hotels in **Limpopo**.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive revenue management strategies for a cluster of hotels.
• Analyze market data, competitor activity, and historical trends to forecast demand and set optimal pricing.
• Manage inventory and restrictions across all distribution channels to maximize room revenue.
• Collaborate with hotel sales and marketing teams to align revenue strategies with commercial goals.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as occupancy, ADR, RevPAR, and market share.
• Prepare regular revenue performance reports and present findings and recommendations to management.
• Ensure the effective utilization of revenue management systems (RMS) and Channel Managers.
• Identify new revenue opportunities and propose strategies for implementation.
• Conduct regular audits of pricing and inventory levels to ensure accuracy and competitiveness.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in revenue management.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in revenue management, preferably within the hotel industry.
• Proven experience in implementing successful revenue management strategies and achieving revenue targets.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data to make informed decisions.
• In-depth knowledge of revenue management systems (RMS), PMS, and distribution channels.
• Excellent understanding of pricing, forecasting, and inventory control principles.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex strategies clearly.
• A degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package, performance-based incentives, and a flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• This role provides opportunities for professional development and growth within a well-established hotel group.
• Employees will benefit from travel discounts and opportunities to work closely with hotel management teams across **Polokwane** and the **Limpopo** region.