Summary
Etihad Airways is hiring a Demand Manager for its Revenue Management team in Abu Dhabi. The role involves forecasting demand across assigned markets, managing revenue strategies, analyzing market and competitor trends, and turning booking and performance data into recommendations. The manager will work with commercial teams across the airline and help improve forecasting processes and revenue outcomes. Applicants should have a degree or relevant analytical experience, at least five years in a numerate analytical role, and familiarity with airline systems such as PROS, Origin & Destination Systems, GDS, DDS, and reporting tools.
The posting
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Job Description
Demand Manager - Revenue Management at Etihad Airways
At Etihad Airways, every seat, every flight, and every market presents an opportunity. We're looking for a commercially driven Demand Manager to join our Revenue Management team and play a pivotal role in forecasting demand, optimizing revenue, and influencing the performance of our global network.
This is more than a forecasting role. It's an opportunity to combine analytics, strategy, and market intelligence to directly impact commercial success across one of the world's leading airlines.
Why This Role Matters
As a Demand Manager, you'll be at the center of key commercial decisions, using data, market trends, and customer demand patterns to ensure we maximize revenue opportunities and achieve our network performance goals.
What You'll Do
Drive Revenue Performance
- Own demand forecasting across assigned markets and contribute directly to achieving network revenue and PRASK targets.
- Develop accurate forecasts across multiple dimensions, including cabin class, departure time, day of week, origin, and destination.
- Ensure optimal revenue outcomes through proactive demand management and strategic recommendations.
Maximize Peak Opportunities
- Lead demand and revenue strategies during peak travel periods, holidays, and special events.
- Anticipate demand shifts and capitalize on high-value revenue opportunities across the network.
Monitor Markets & Competition
- Analyze market trends, customer demand patterns, and competitor pricing strategies.
- Identify emerging opportunities and commercial risks, adjusting strategies to maintain a competitive advantage.
Transform Data into Action
- Monitor and analyze revenue performance, demand forecasts, and booking trends.
- Validate system outputs and continuously refine demand forecasts to drive better commercial decisions.
- Deliver insights that improve network optimization and revenue performance.
Partner Across the Business
- Collaborate closely with Network Planning, Sales, Marketing, Loyalty, Alliances, E-commerce, and other commercial teams.
- Ensure revenue management strategies align with broader business objectives and growth priorities.
- Influence key stakeholders through data-driven recommendations and market insights.
Drive Innovation & Continuous Improvement
- Leverage advanced revenue management systems and analytical tools to optimize performance.
- Identify and implement process improvements that enhance forecasting accuracy and commercial outcomes.
- Contribute expertise to strategic Revenue Management projects and transformational initiatives.
What We're Looking For
- Strong analytical and forecasting capabilities
- Experience in Revenue Management, Demand Planning, Pricing, Aviation Analytics, or Commercial Strategy
- Ability to translate complex data into actionable business recommendations
- Strong commercial awareness and understanding of market dynamics
- Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Passion for aviation, data, and delivering measurable business results
Why Join Etihad Airways?
At Etihad, you'll be part of a world-class Revenue Management team where your analysis influences real commercial outcomes across a global airline network. You'll work with industry-leading tools, collaborate with experts across the business, and help shape strategies that drive sustainable growth and profitability.
Qualifications
- Educated to degree level or with relevant analytical experience.
- 5 years working experience in a numerate and analytical role.
- High familiarity with airline systems, such as PROS, Origin & Destination Systems, GDS, DDS, and reporting tools as tableau, zenztech.
Additional Information
Etihad Airways is more than the UAE’s national airline - we’re shaping the future of global aviation. From our hub in Abu Dhabi, we connect people across continents and cultures, while driving our “Journey 2030” ambition to double our fleet, expand our network and grow our people for a new era of excellence. Join us and become part of a vision where the world is your workplace and extraordinary experiences take flight.
To learn more visit www.etihad.com
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