Job description:
Develop and execute strategy to acquire hotels in Thailand according to company objectives
Track progress and modify strategy and process to meet targets
Manage team to acquire hotels and maintain good working relationships
Set individual and team KPIs in alignment with the company objectives
Execute on hotel acquisition strategy with team of CMMs and MMs
Identify, prioritize, contact new accommodation properties and ensure pricing and availability competitiveness in assigned market.
Manage top accounts – own, develop and manage top accounts in assigned destination and ensure the team develops mutually beneficial accommodation property relationships to grow market share.
Report & analyze – plan with line manager, implement, and monitor agreed KPIs and be able to analyze, visualize and discuss trends, issues and opportunities with team and manager.
Understand the industry and its developments – very good knowledge of pros and cons of competitor models, market trends &; landscape, accommodation rate structure and yield management, connectivity options and customer booking trends.
Optimize use of process and systems – Be familiar with full spectrum of business tools and ensure the team makes use of the systems
Guide the hotels to enter information into extranet to completion.
Work with hotels on promotional activities to increase bookings
Requirements:
At least Bachelor’s Degree in related field
Ability to manage team to reach their targets
Willingness to visit customers and work outside of the office
At least 6 years of working experience in related field
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Familiar with hotel, service and online travel agent business