Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from AKA Hotels+Hotel Residences

  • Job overview

    The Director of Revenue Management at AKA Hotels+Hotel Residences leads revenue maximization efforts for hotel properties, focusing on profit, market share, and strategic pricing to drive business growth.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves managing revenue strategies, monitoring reservations and market trends, collaborating with sales and marketing teams, leading revenue meetings, forecasting, and maintaining partnerships to optimize room revenues and ensure alignment with company policies.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position offers a salary range of $130,000 to $150,000 annually, with benefits including 401(k) with company match, health, dental, vision insurance, and generous paid time off.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates need a bachelor's degree in hospitality, business, finance, or related fields, 3-5 years of revenue management experience in NYC, multi-property experience preferred, strong analytical skills, proficiency with CRS, PMS, RMS systems, and excellent communication and leadership abilities.

  • Career development

    The company promotes top performers and offers opportunities to grow within a family-owned business with a long history, emphasizing team success and leadership development.

  • Work environment and culture

    AKA Hotels values team members as their most important asset, fostering a family-like environment with a focus on morale, teamwork, and open communication.

  • Company information

    AKA Hotels+Hotel Residences is part of Korman Communities, a family-owned company with over 100 years of experience, providing high-quality short stay accommodations.

  • Team overview

    The Director reports to the VP of Revenue & Distribution and works closely with hotel leadership and home office teams to execute strategic pricing and revenue plans.

  • Job location and travel

    The job is located on-property at aka Hotel Nomad in Manhattan, New York City, with a day shift schedule.

  • Unique job features

    The role includes leading weekly revenue meetings, managing group block processes, and utilizing advanced revenue management systems and market analysis tools to optimize hotel revenue.

Company overview

AKA Hotels+Hotel Residences is a luxury hospitality brand specializing in long-stay accommodations with properties in major cities like New York, Los Angeles, and London. They generate revenue through premium extended-stay services, offering high-end amenities and personalized experiences for business travelers and discerning guests. Founded by Korman Communities, AKA has a history of blending residential comfort with hotel convenience, setting a standard for upscale, extended-stay living.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your leadership in revenue management, emphasizing your ability to maximize revenue, profit, and market share across multiple hotel properties, especially in a multi-property environment like AKA Hotels+Hotel Residences.

  • Focus on showcasing your expertise with revenue management systems such as SynXis, Opera, Duetto, OTA Insight, Lighthouse, and STR/Costar, as well as your analytical skills in demand forecasting, pricing strategy, and market analysis as described in the job duties.

  • Apply through multiple channels including AKA Hotels+Hotel Residences' corporate careers page and LinkedIn to increase your chances of being noticed by recruiters and hiring managers.

  • Connect with current employees in the revenue management and sales divisions at AKA Hotels+Hotel Residences on LinkedIn. Ice breakers could include commenting on recent company news, asking about their experience with revenue strategies at AKA, or inquiring about how the team adapts to market fluctuations in NYC.

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