Distribution Manager

We are currently looking for a Distribution Manager to join our central revenue team at Red Carnation Hotels. As a Distribution Manager you will be reporting to the Revenue Manager and Director of Revenue.

Shifts/times: Flexible between 8am – 6:30pm Mon-Fri (8 hours per day). Office based role.

Who are we?

The Red Carnation Hotel Collection is a family-owned hotel business renowned for providing the perfect opportunity to those who are looking for an exciting career, family feel and job security within the hospitality industry. We truly recognise that only through our people can we provide service to our guests, which is personal, memorable, imaginative, and friendly. We are named one of the "Best Hotel Companies in the World” by Travel & Tourism (2021) and have won numerous hotel awards such as Platinum standard Investors in People in 2020 and Princess Royal Training Award in 2021.

What benefits would you get as a Distribution Manager?

• Professional, award winning training and development opportunities
• Recommend friend and family bonus scheme worth up to £600 
• Free meals on duty
• Discount of 30% off on food and 25% off on beverages in any Red Carnation Hotel outlets 
• Complimentary uniform and dry cleaning services 
• Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 25 days 
• Two paid volunteering days each year 
•  Free access to Employee Assistance Programme 
• Hotel based recognition incentive (Employee of the month up to £200) 
• Discounted accommodation rates with The Red Carnation Hotel Collection & The Travel Corporation globally 
• Staff Appreciation Annual Party and other Employee Recognition Events

What are we looking for in a Distribution Manager?

• Expert with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel...)
• Have at least 2 years’ experience as a Revenue/Reservations Manager with good knowledge of distribution partners
• Previous experience using third party distribution sites; IDeaS G2 and or G3; SynXis; Siteminder; Hotel PMS
• High level of attention to detail, Organisational and self-motivation skills and adaptable to change Analytical 
• Works well with a team and can work independently

What are the key responsibilities of a Distribution Manager?

• Develop relationships with our distribution partners old and new ensuring we are fully aware of any potential opportunities to maximise revenue
• Arrange and when required face to face meeting with distribution partners and hotels, including the VP of Commercial – include follow minutes of each meeting to ensure clear communication within the Revenue/Central Reservation/Marketing departments
• Attend distribution partners events, host site visits as and when required – Feedback to the Revenue team of any new updates or developments
• Will be responsible for room and rate parity across all distribution channels, any discrepancies need to be rectified as soon as possible
• Ensure any distribution partners extranet sites/portals are maintained and updated as and when required
• Daily communication with the Revenue Manager which will include
• When required update Room/Rate restrictions across all relevant systems to ensure parity

If this sounds like the Distribution Manager role for you then apply today!

We electronically scan and store a copy of your passport/visa and/or ID card to gain a clear indication of the authenticity of the document and establish the ‘Right to Work’ in the UK.

We are currently looking for a Distribution Manager to join our central revenue team at Red Carnation Hotels. As a Distribution Manager you will be reporting to the Revenue Manager and Director of Revenue.

Shifts/times: Flexible between 8am – 6:30pm Mon-Fri (8 hours per day). Office based role.

Who are we?

The Red Carnation Hotel Collection is a family-owned hotel business renowned for providing the perfect opportunity to those who are looking for an exciting career, family feel and job security within the hospitality industry. We truly recognise that only through our people can we provide service to our guests, which is personal, memorable, imaginative, and friendly. We are named one of the "Best Hotel Companies in the World” by Travel & Tourism (2021) and have won numerous hotel awards such as Platinum standard Investors in People in 2020 and Princess Royal Training Award in 2021.

What benefits would you get as a Distribution Manager?

• Professional, award winning training and development opportunities
• Recommend friend and family bonus scheme worth up to £600 
• Free meals on duty
• Discount of 30% off on food and 25% off on beverages in any Red Carnation Hotel outlets 
• Complimentary uniform and dry cleaning services 
• Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 25 days 
• Two paid volunteering days each year 
•  Free access to Employee Assistance Programme 
• Hotel based recognition incentive (Employee of the month up to £200) 
• Discounted accommodation rates with The Red Carnation Hotel Collection & The Travel Corporation globally 
• Staff Appreciation Annual Party and other Employee Recognition Events

What are we looking for in a Distribution Manager?

• Expert with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel...)
• Have at least 2 years’ experience as a Revenue/Reservations Manager with good knowledge of distribution partners
• Previous experience using third party distribution sites; IDeaS G2 and or G3; SynXis; Siteminder; Hotel PMS
• High level of attention to detail, Organisational and self-motivation skills and adaptable to change Analytical 
• Works well with a team and can work independently

What are the key responsibilities of a Distribution Manager?

• Develop relationships with our distribution partners old and new ensuring we are fully aware of any potential opportunities to maximise revenue
• Arrange and when required face to face meeting with distribution partners and hotels, including the VP of Commercial – include follow minutes of each meeting to ensure clear communication within the Revenue/Central Reservation/Marketing departments
• Attend distribution partners events, host site visits as and when required – Feedback to the Revenue team of any new updates or developments
• Will be responsible for room and rate parity across all distribution channels, any discrepancies need to be rectified as soon as possible
• Ensure any distribution partners extranet sites/portals are maintained and updated as and when required
• Daily communication with the Revenue Manager which will include
• When required update Room/Rate restrictions across all relevant systems to ensure parity

If this sounds like the Distribution Manager role for you then apply today!

We electronically scan and store a copy of your passport/visa and/or ID card to gain a clear indication of the authenticity of the document and establish the ‘Right to Work’ in the UK.