Strategic Account Director Global Chains
hace 6 días
Palma
ph3About WebBeds /h3 pWebBeds was launched in 2013 and is a global marketplace for the travel trade, providing powerful distribution solutions that make selling and buying travel products easier. It sources accommodation and destination services from travel suppliers, aggregates and merchandises that content within the WebBeds platform, and then distributes it to its global network of travel trade buyers, who sell to the travelling public. /p pHotels and other suppliers—including global and regional hotel chains, independent hotels, apartments, resorts, attractions, transfer and sightseeing companies—can sell their products to a global network of online and offline travel buyers through robust solutions that provide greater inventory control and simplify distribution, and leverage WebBeds enhanced analytics to inform inventory optimisation choices, saving costs and increasing revenue. /p pTravel buyers—online travel agencies, retail travel agents, corporate travel managers, tour operators, wholesalers, tourism boards, super apps, DMCs, group providers, airlines and more—can integrate the hundreds of thousands of hotels and ground services in the WebBeds marketplace through simple and seamless API connectivity, or they can search, shop and book online through one of WebBeds trade-only booking sites. /p pWebBeds operates globally through four geographic regions—Europe, Asia Pacific, MEA (Middle East and Africa) and Americas—with over 1,900 travel professionals working in 120 cities across 50 countries worldwide. /p pWebBeds is a travel brand of the Web Travel Group (ASX: WEB). /p h3How will you make an impact? /h3 pThe Strategic Account Director, Global Chains is a key ownership role responsible for the end‑to‑end relationship and commercial management of WebBeds' most strategic, high‑value global chain partner(s), specifically those generating over €100M EUR in annual cost. This role involves defining and executing a collaborative global strategy with these high‑value partners to drive substantial incremental business opportunities, significantly expand our market share worldwide, and maximize overall growth to secure WebBeds remains the indispensable partner of choice through consistent value delivery. /p pThis position requires an agile, commercially focused professional with a strong background in strategic account management and/or contracting within the travel industry, who has a proven passion for building meaningful, high‑impact global partnerships and delivering ambitious commercial results. /p h3You Will /h3 h3Strategic Partnership Commercial Leadership /h3 ul liGlobal Strategy Development: Define targeted, data‑driven action plans and design a multi‑year strategy roadmap for each partner to achieve ambitious KPIs, drive substantial incremental business, and significantly increase WebBeds’ global market share. /li liHigh‑Value Negotiation: Lead complex, strategic contract and commercial renegotiations with global chain leadership, ensuring agreements are executed within specified deadlines to secure the best possible commercial terms (including exclusive deals, value‑adds, and overrides) that maximize mutual profitability. /li liPortfolio Growth: Strategically manage existing top‑tier chain partnerships and actively prospect and onboard new chain strategic partners globally to expand WebBeds’ supply portfolio. /li liExecutive Relationship Management: Organise and lead Quarterly Business Reviews and monthly engagement sessions with key senior contacts of the Chain Partners, focused on performance analysis, strategy alignment, and maintaining robust, long‑term relationships. /li liTeam Leadership Development: Lead, mentor, and coach assigned direct reports (if applicable) and indirect team members, fostering a high‑performance, results‑driven culture focused on global account management excellence and continuous professional growth. /li /ul h3Operational Excellence Inventory Optimization /h3 ul liGlobal Product Optimization: Direct the optimisation of the chain’s global product, inventory, and pricing strategy, leveraging internal resources such as Partner Success, Supplier Optimization, and local Contract Managers to ensure maximum competitiveness and relevance in the market. /li liPerformance Monitoring Competitiveness: Proactively monitor the chain supplier’s performance on a regular basis, including production, pricing, and availability, to ensure best‑in‑market competitiveness across all regions and platforms. /li liConnectivity Onboarding: Collaborate closely with the Supplier Connectivity and IT Teams to successfully onboard new chains via preferred integration methods and ensure the ongoing, robust maintenance of connections for optimal supply delivery. /li liEscalation Solution Design: Act as the primary liaison and internal escalation point for assigned chain partners, deconstructing complex availability, service, and technical challenges to develop comprehensive, platform‑adaptable solutions. /li /ul h3Cross‑Functional Collaboration Market Engagement /h3 ul liInter‑Regional Coordination: Partner with Contracting Teams, Supplier Optimization, and Product teams in all regions, promoting cohesive teamwork and aligning efforts for specific hotel contracting needs and regional performance goals. /li liRevenue Generation Promotion: Consult with the leadership team regarding new chain opportunities. Actively negotiate and communicate special deals, flash sales, and additional supply to the WebBeds Sales Team globally to ensure maximum promotional visibility and revenue generation across all platforms. /li liMarket Representation: Represent WebBeds at relevant global tradeshows and networking opportunities to engage existing Chain Partners, prospect new high‑value opportunities, and maintain strong industry visibility. /li liCompliance Professionalism: Cooperate with the Health and Safety team to ensure compliance requirements are met. Maintain professional and consistent communication both internally and externally in line with corporate guidelines. /li /ul h3The skills we would love to see in your suitcase! /h3 ul liEducational Foundation: Hospitality Management, Tourism, or a related field is required. /li liIndustry Expertise: Deep commercial understanding of the dynamics of global hotel distribution, B2B travel, connectivity standards (e.g., XML/API), and large‑scale inventory management. /li liLanguage Proficiency: Fluency in English (written and verbal) is essential. Proficiency in a second major European language (e.g., German, French, Spanish) is a significant advantage due to the global nature of the role. /li liRegulatory Knowledge: Foundational understanding of relevant global commercial laws and contractual compliance standards. /li /ul h3Why choose us as your next destination? /h3 ul liInternational highly skilled group of experts from all around the globe /li liDynamic environment with the chance to grow, influence impact change /li liDisruptive, fast‑growing market leader within travel endless possibilities /li liCulture built on collaboration, empowerment and innovation /li /ul pFind out more about the WebBeds business at /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr