Distribution Manager

Job description / Role

Distribution Manager Rixos & AIC ME, EU & CA

Company Description

Established in 2000 in Turkey, Rixos pioneers the 'ALL Inclusive, ALL Exclusive' concept, inviting guests to discover a world of possibilities, with luxurious stays, inclusive of culinary delights from around the globe, live entertainment, daily sports, and fitness activities, sensorial spa and wellness journeys and fun-filled kids and teens activities. Each Rixos property presents a unique experience inspired by local culture, global influences, and our Turkish heritage, all within a setting of unparalleled luxury.

Job Description

ROLE: Distribution Manager - Rixos & AIC "ME, EU & CA"

Ready for a career move and be part of a dynamic team? We are looking for a new talent to play a vital role in our Revenue team working alongside a fantastic team.

As a Distribution Manager - Rixos & AIC "ME, EU & CA", you are the driving force behind our commercial success. Collaborating closely with the Director of Revenue - Rixos & AIC "ME, EU & CA", you'll lead a dynamic team, implement winning commercial strategies, and play a pivotal role in achieving revenue targets. Your knack for inspiring others, coupled with strategic thinking, will propel our revenue department to new heights. Join us in shaping the future of our company as we redefine excellence in sales!


WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU:

- Supervise training and guidance to new hotels on AH distribution overview, other distribution channels, hotel pricing, and Tracking segmentation.
- Enrol new hotels with Accor mandatory tools, assist in new openings; create critical path, planning, and execution
- Conduct TARS refresh training for existing operating hotels.
- Oversee the setup of TARS, enrol new hotels with approved OTA's, assist in RFP submissions, ensure proper content, rate description and availability of rate on all channels, as well the connectivity with GDS.
- Support with CRS/ PMS migration to other Accor tools.
- Conduct monthly audits for the visibility of the hotels on GDS, Consortia, and OTAs.
- Conduct monthly audit for the visibility of pricing for 405 days.
- Conduct rates and content audits on contracted OTA's, hotel brand websites, and GDS screens in terms of search criteria, rate sequencing, rate descriptions, and images.
- Consolidate monthly production of all consortia in order to identify top opportunities.
- Initiate GDS campaigns and check the visibility.
- Support with the challenges that hotels team have with TARS cases and reach to the right contact in Accor to solve the pending cases.
- Make sure all hotels are connected to ANAIS, CVENT, and other sales tools and the hotel team is well trained on the same.
- Activate shopping cards and upselling tools related to TARS.

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Diploma in vocational hospitality, 4 - 5 years experience in 4-5 star Hotel.

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU:

- Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
- Learning programs
- Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
- Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet21.

About the Company

A caring employer providing respect, training and career development for our employees. An attractive employer offering more than 100 professions across the 5 continents.

We are much more than a world leader. We are 250,000 hoteliers with the same shared passion for welcoming. We take care of millions of guests in our 4,300 addresses and on our digital platforms. As an operator and franchisor (HotelServices), owner and investor (HotelInvest), we invest all our energy into making "Feel Welcome" resonate as the finest hotel promise.

From luxury to economy and in every corner of the globe, AccorHotels'​ more than 20 brands meet all the needs of business and leisure travelers seeking comfort, attention and high-quality services.