Director of Direct and OTA Distribution

1 giorno fa

Palermo, Sicily, Italia Tempo pieno 50.000 €/anno
Role Purpose

Lead the distribution strategy for Direct channels (booking engine, call center, brand website) and OTAs, optimizing channel mix, revenue, and distribution costs across the portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:


  • Define the Direct & OTA distribution strategy in coordination with Revenue Management and E-commerce.
  • Manage commercial and contractual relationships with major OTAs (Booking, Expedia, etc.), negotiating terms and visibility.
  • Develop the direct channel (website, booking engine, call center) to increase the direct-booking share.
  • Monitor channel KPIs (production, commissions, rate parity, conversion) and define action plans.
  • Coordinate promotional campaigns and channel-marketing initiatives with Digital Marketing.
  • Oversee rate parity and contractual compliance across all online channels.
  • Demonstrate leadership, teamwork, organizational, and team-management skills.
  • Fluent English, Italian, and a second language (French or German) is a plus.
  • Willingness to travel.


Requirements:


  • Degree in Economics, Management, or other STEM; a background in E-commerce is highly preferred.
  • At least 7 years of experience in distribution/e-commerce roles at international top-tier firms.
  • Knowledge of the hospitality industry.
  • Strong knowledge of distribution systems (CRS, channel manager, booking engine) and OTA dynamics.
  • Analytical and data-driven mindset.
  • Fluent English.
  • Leadership and cross-functional management skills.