Airline Sourcing Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Perform market research, property evaluations, and manage market RFPs for crew accommodations.

• Negotiate terms and rates for crew, DPAX, URA hotels, and transportation services.

• Complete the contracting process for DPAX hotels, transportation, and URAs.

• Monitor market trends for price fluctuations and identify risks and opportunities.

• Become an expert in the hotel market within the designated region.

• Create pricing comparisons and conduct analyses to present final options for hotels and transportation.

• Generate market intelligence reports for smaller cities.

• Identify potential savings and revenue opportunities in various markets.

• Evaluate hotels and transportation vendors based on client specifications.

• Prepare, present, and deliver necessary documentation and reports.

• Engage in product development by providing feedback and user insights.

• Understand the operational and accommodation needs of clients.

• Build strong relationships with hotel and transportation providers.

• Follow up with Account Management until the business arrangement is finalized.

• Complete and negotiate Fee Agreements as required and according to client needs.

• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of hotel brands and management companies.

• Travel and conduct hotel site inspections as required.

• Report directly to the Global Director of Airline Sourcing and collaborate with various teams and departments.

⛳️ Requirements

• Strong knowledge and understanding of both the Aviation and Hospitality sectors.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a customer-centric approach to build partnerships and alliances.

• Exceptional time management, prioritization, and follow-up abilities.

• Strong negotiation capabilities.

• Solid financial understanding and meticulous attention to detail.

• Proficient computer skills, particularly in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Slack, and Zoom.

• Ability to adapt to new platforms and tools quickly.

• Based in the UK.

• Willingness to travel and conduct hotel site visits as required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Work remotely.

• Company-issued equipment.

• Formal, hands-on training.

• 4 X Life insurance.

• Pension scheme with a 5% employer contribution.

• Private Healthcare.

• 25 days of holiday (plus Holiday Buy/Sell option).

• Access to LinkedIn learning.

• Free rewards and discounts through Gratitudes.

• Opportunities for career advancement.