Summary
Kerzner International is recruiting for Bab Al Shams Desert Resort in Dubai. Although the posting title is Revenue Manager, the role description refers to a Revenue Analyst who supports the Revenue Manager with reporting, analysis, rate and inventory management, forecasting, and budgeting across the resort’s revenue-generating departments. Applicants should have a relevant bachelor’s degree, a revenue management qualification, at least two years of similar experience in a five-star hotel or corporate office, and Middle East experience. Opera Cloud, revenue management tools, Excel, PowerPoint, and strong English are required.
The posting
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Revenue Manager
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Rare Finds is a collection of extraordinary resorts rooted in their destination and shaped by its people. Each destination celebrates the stories, culture and character of its surroundings, creating meaningful experiences that could only exist in that place.
Set among Dubai's sweeping dunes, Bab Al Shams Desert Resort is a timeless treat shaped by the spirits and traditions of the desert. Rooted in Emirati culture, the resort brings guest closer to the stories, flavours and rituals of the land through authentic encounters and shared experiences. From desert adventures to moments of gathering and celebration, every stay reveals a deeper connection to the heritage, people and enduring beauty of the desert.
About The Role
- Revenue Analyst will assist the Revenue Manager in overseeing the process of collecting and organizing analytical data related to the company’s revenue, sales, and other financial activities.
- The Revenue Analyst is responsible for providing detailed reporting and analytical support across all revenue-generating departments, including Rooms, Food & Beverage, Spa, and Sports & Leisure. This role assists the Revenue Manager in daily rate and inventory management and ensures seamless operations in their absence. The Revenue Analyst actively contributes to strategic decision-making by developing, maintaining, and analyzing data to optimize business performance, maximize revenue, and support budgeting and forecasting efforts
Key Duties And Responsibilities
- Provide reporting and analytical assistance to all revenue-generating departments: Rooms, F&B, Spa, and Sports & Leisure.
- Develop, maintain, and analyze production reports to support business performance reviews, pricing strategies, customer behavior insights, competitive intelligence, forecasting, and budgeting.
- Conduct ad-hoc reports and analyses as needed.
- Assist the Revenue Manager with daily rate and inventory management.
- Perform all revenue management functions in the Revenue Manager's absence.
- Update weekly forecasts and yield reports, attend relevant meetings, and contribute insights.
- Monitor OTA market segments and set production goals.
- Review online content for compliance, placement, and exposure optimization.
- Review group cut-off dates to ensure proper inventory allocation.
- Lead weekly Group Pick-Up Meetings with the Events Manager to review group bookings and inventory.
- Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors across departments.
- Responsible for assisting the Revenue Manager for monthly hotel revenue forecast and annual budget preparation.
Experience & Educational Requirements
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject, such as revenue management, hotel management, economics, or a discipline focusing on data analysis.
- Possessing good spoken and written English
- Qualification in Revenue Management
- At least 2 years experience in a similar job in a five-star hotel or corporate office.
- Middle East Experience
- Opera Cloud knowledge
- Revenue Management Tools knowledge
- Opera Cloud knowledge.
- Proficiency especially in Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical skills required.
- Experience with Data analysis and interpretation
- Demonstrated successful account management.
- Strong orientation towards customer service
- Highly organized and proactive and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Presentation skills
- Initiative and Commitment to Achieve
- Customer service oriented
- Attention to detail.
- Problem Solving and Decision Making
- Influence & Negotiation
- Ability to prioritize tasks.
- Problem solving and decision-making.
- Leadership skills
- Effective Communication
Join a team that is warm,caring, connected and empowered to create truly unique experiences. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.