Revenue Manager - Hospitality

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Performance-based incentives

Hybrid work model

Career development and progression

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Revenue Manager for its Bloemfontein portfolio in the Free State. You will drive pricing, inventory, and demand forecasting across distribution channels to boost occupancy and ADR.

The ideal candidate has a 3–5 year track record in revenue management within hospitality, strong analytics, and proficiency with IDeaS and Duetto. A hybrid work arrangement is offered to support collaboration and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of revenue management experience, preferably in hotels or travel.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret data.

Responsibilities

• Develop pricing and inventory strategies across market segments and channels.
• Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and demand forecasting to identify opportunities and risks.
• Monitor revenue performance against budget and forecast on daily, weekly, and monthly bases.
• Manage room inventory and adjust availability based on demand and objectives.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to align revenue strategies with business goals.
• Prepare reports on revenue performance, market trends, and recommendations.
• Implement revenue management systems and tools effectively.
• Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities to increase RevPAR.

Skills

Revenue management

Forecasting

Pricing strategy

Data analytics

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management / related field

Tools

IDeaS

Duetto

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading hotel group with a presence in Bloemfontein, Free State , is seeking a strategic and analytical Revenue Manager. This vital role focuses on maximizing revenue and profit through the effective management of pricing, inventory, and demand forecasting across all distribution channels. You will be instrumental in driving occupancy and average daily rate (ADR) by implementing dynamic pricing strategies and optimizing yield management. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of the hospitality industry, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to leverage data to make informed business decisions. This position offers a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, contributing to the success of properties in the Free State region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement optimal pricing and inventory strategies across all market segments and distribution channels.
• Conduct market analysis, competitor benchmarking, and demand forecasting to identify opportunities and risks.
• Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly revenue performance against budget and forecast.
• Manage room inventory and adjust availability based on market demand and strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations departments to align revenue strategies with overall business goals.
• Prepare comprehensive reports on revenue performance, market trends, and strategic recommendations.
• Implement and utilize revenue management systems and tools effectively.
• Identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling to increase revenue per available room (RevPAR).
• Stay informed about industry best practices and emerging trends in revenue management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in revenue management, preferably within the hotel or travel industry.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Proficiency in revenue management software (e.g., IDeaS, Duetto) and PMS systems.
• Excellent understanding of pricing strategies, forecasting techniques, and yield management principles.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex strategies clearly.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, with a hybrid work arrangement.
• Familiarity with the Bloemfontein market dynamics is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, performance-based incentives, opportunities for professional development and career progression, and a hybrid work model providing flexibility. This is an excellent opportunity to drive revenue performance for prominent hotels in the Free State .