Distribution Manager EMEA & APAC

Job description

Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and – through their work – can make an impact on our industry. We’re here to help our colleagues achieve success and offer an inclusive and collaborative culture where your voice is valued. This position at Ame GBT represents an exciting opportunity to work in the dynamic world of airline distribution, managing a portfolio of airlines within the EMEA and APAC regions . This is a strategic role, where the successful applicant will be responsible for managing the distribution relationships with key external partners to secure best-in-class content for Amex GBT’s customers and collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure this content is optimized at point of sale . The role sits on the supplier side of the organization, within the Global Business Partnerships (GBP) team. Supply is a strategic component of the business model and value proposition for Amex GBT, contributing significantly to revenue generation and customer value. What You’ll Do: Work with Distribution Team’s leadership to drive the air distribution strategy in EMEA and APAC countries Partnering with Airlines to ensure strong collaboration on distribution matters, alignment on goals and enhancing the overall offering to joint customers Work through content related issues and apply solutions as required to overcome challenges Working closely with Product & Technology , Marketplace and Commercial teams to ensure alignment and progress on key goals Developing and implementing new strategies to evolve and expand the content offered to customers utilizing new capabilities and technology as required Develop commercial models to meet the evolving needs of the marketplace What We’re Looking For: 3+ years of experience in the Airline and/or travel distribution space . Ideally with g ood knowledge of NDC Strong product and technology knowledge base to influence and lead product-related discussions. Strong relationship building skills and the ability to collaborate with colleagues and external partners. Ability to navigate a complex organization and find the right internal partner for each project Strategic thinking skillset and ability to translate complex technical and business issues into clear, actionable insights for leadership Experience of ‘future proofing’ within organizations Strong negotiation skills to ensure optimum value for the organization. Strong analytical skills . Assess and understand financial impact of negotiations Excellent organizational and planning skills, attention to detail and ability to deliver within deadlines Coss cultural awareness. Thrive in diverse, multi-time zone environments with cultural adaptability. long and successful previous experience on the management of business travel suppliers (such as airlines) is key. Location United Kingdom The #TeamGBT Experience Work and life: Find your happy medium at Amex GBT. Flexible benefits are tailored to each country and start the day you do. These include health and welfare insurance plans, retirement programs, parental leave, adoption assistance, and wellbeing resources to support you and your immediate family . Travel perks: get a choice of deals each week from major travel providers on everything from flights to hotels to cruises and car rentals. Develop the skills you want when the time is right for you, with access to over 20,000 courses on our learning platform, leadership courses, and new job openings available to internal candidates first. We strive to champion Inclusion in every aspect of our business at Amex GBT. You can connect with colleagues through our global INclusion Groups, centered around common identities or initiatives, to discuss challenges, obstacles, achievements, and drive company awareness and action. And much more! A ll applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, gender (and characteristics related to sex and gender), pregnancy (and related medical conditions), race, color, citizenship, religion, disability, or any other class or characteristic protected by law. Click Here for Additional Disclosures in Accordance with the LA County Fair Chance Ordinance. Furthermore, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the hiring process. For details regarding how we protect your data, please consult the Amex GBT Recruitment Privacy Statement . What if I don’t meet every requirement? If you’re passionate about our mission and believe you’d be a phenomenal addition to our team, don’t worry about “checking every box;" please apply anyway. You may be exactly the person we’re looking for!