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Area Director of Revenue Management

Company Description

Your team and working environment:

Austin's largest luxury property, Fairmont Austin offers 1,048 guestrooms and suites, along with over 140,000 square feet of meeting and event space. This is your opportunity to be part of the most innovative and passionate hotel teams in one of the fastest growing markets in the United States.

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By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

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Job Description

Experiencing warm and engaging service in luxurious surroundings is turning moments into memories for our guests at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts. Apply your analytical and strategic planning strengths as Director, Revenue Management, where you will successfully balance inventory and demand to maximize room revenue opportunities and guest satisfaction.

Reporting to the General Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Responsibilities

Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
Manage demand, forecasting and inventory as it relates to driving revenue opportunity for the Hotel
Oversight of sister Fairmont property.
Maximize room revenues through a thorough understanding of all booking channels, managing inventory and rate accordingly
Regular meetings with Asset Management
Prepare an annual budget for approval and administer that budget in a fiscally responsible manner
Monitor transient and group booking pace in order to determine pricing and availability controls for all reservations distribution sources
Management of meeting space and food & beverage revenue optimization
Monitor key indicators of hotel performance and third-party intelligence sources to identify revenue opportunities
Oversee the Reservations Team and liaise with Front Office and Sales to ensure the highest level of guest service is maintained while maximizing profit
Ensure accurate and timely preparation of analytical reports
Play an active role in the strategic plan, marketing plan and budgeting processes
Stay current with industry changes and how it may impact demand
Prepare and present weekly analytical reports
Follow departmental policies and procedures
Follow all safety policies
Other duties as assigned

What is in it for you:

Paid time off
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K
Complimentary shift meal
Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
Learning programs through our Academies and Educational Assistance for further development
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 Sustainability Committee

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

A minimum of 5 years experience in a related area, with proven experience in analysis and problem solving required
Must be extremely detailed oriented
Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications and relevant computer applications required
University/College degree in a related discipline required
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal required
Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
Highly responsible & reliable
Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Additional Information

Your team and working environment:
A team of Heartists that are committed to working together, supporting each other, and providing the best guest experience, Feel Valued, Feel Sparked, We Are One

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We commit to a future where diverse identities are celebrated, and equitable and inclusive practices are woven into the fabric of everything we do as an organization.

Fairmont Austin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/F/D/V

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What You Should Know About Area Director of Revenue Management, AccorHotel

As the Area Director of Revenue Management at Fairmont Austin, you'll be stepping into one of the largest luxury properties in Austin, TX, and overseeing an exciting team that's driven by innovation and passion. This is a unique opportunity to blend your analytical prowess with strategic planning. Your role will be crucial in maximizing room revenue opportunities while ensuring guest satisfaction across our 1,048 luxurious guestrooms and extensive meeting spaces. From managing inventory and forecasting demand to collaborating with our Reservations Team and various departments, your contributions will make a tangible impact. You'll conduct regular meetings with Asset Management, prepare detailed analytical reports, and actively shape our marketing and budgeting strategies. With a focus on understanding booking channels and pricing controls, your work will play a key role in enhancing our guest experience and driving profitability. Join us in crafting memorable moments for our guests while pursuing your personal and professional growth within the welcoming culture at Accor. Whether you're researching industry trends or collecting crucial data to present to management, every day will offer a new challenge to enhance your career in the hospitality sector. Your journey with us means not just growth but also actively participating in Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives that make a difference. We can't wait to see how your story unfolds with us at Fairmont Austin!

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What are the primary responsibilities of the Area Director of Revenue Management at Fairmont Austin?

As the Area Director of Revenue Management at Fairmont Austin, your primary responsibilities include managing demand forecasting, overseeing inventory and rate management, and maximizing room revenues. You'll work closely with the Reservations Team and other departments to ensure exceptional guest service while achieving profit goals. Regular meetings with Asset Management and the preparation of analytical reports are also key components of your role.