VP, Partner Relations & Air Revenue Managment

VP, Partner Relations & Air Revenue Managment Job Locations: US-NY-New York Job Details Job ID: 2026-4080 Division: Internova Travel Group # of Openings: 1 Max: USD $192,209.00/Yr. Min: USD $115,325.00/Yr. Overview Internova Travel Group is one of the largest travel services companies in the world with a collection of leading brands delivering high-touch, personal travel expertise to leisure and corporate clients. Internova manages leisure, business and franchise firms through a portfolio of distinctive divisions. Internova represents more than 100,000 travel advisors in over 6,000 company-owned and affiliated locations predominantly in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, with a presence in more than 80 countries. Click here for more information about Internova Travel Group. Position Summary The Vice President, Airline Revenue Management & Partner Relations is responsible for developing and executing strategies that maximize airline revenue, strengthen supplier partnerships, and drive business growth for Altour. This executive-level role serves as the primary liaison among airlines, airline partners, business units, and clients, ensuring alignment of commercial objectives, contractual obligations, and revenue optimization initiatives. The role requires strong analytical capabilities, executive presentation skills, and the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders while leading strategic airline programs, supplier negotiations, and revenue growth initiatives. Key Responsibilities Airline Revenue Management Develop and execute airline revenue strategies that maximize commissions, overrides, incentives, and preferred supplier participation. Monitor airline contract performance and identify opportunities to improve market share, yield, and profitability. Lead forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis for airline revenue streams. Analyze booking behavior, ticketing trends, and airline performance metrics to drive revenue optimization. Collaborate with Finance, Operations, and Business Units to ensure accurate revenue reporting and performance tracking. Airline Partner Relations Serve as the senior relationship manager for strategic airline partners for Altour. Collaborate with the RM Team for negotiations of airline agreements, performance targets, incentive programs, and commercial initiatives. Identify new partnership opportunities that enhance customer value and organizational profitability. Ensure compliance with contractual commitments, reporting obligations, and airline program requirements. Client & Executive Presentations Develop and deliver executive-level presentations for clients when requested by Altour Management. Present airline market trends, revenue performance, supplier strategies, and program results to Altour stakeholders. Create compelling business cases supporting new initiatives, investments, and partnership opportunities. Represent the organization at industry conferences, airline events, supplier forums, and client meetings. Strategic Leadership Implement long-term airline commercial strategies aligned with organizational goals. Lead cross-functional initiatives involving airline relations, distribution, technology, operations, and sales teams. Act as a subject matter expert on industry developments including NDC, GDS distribution, airline retailing, and revenue optimization. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and partner satisfaction. Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, Aviation, Travel Management, or related discipline. MBA preferred. Experience 10+ years of airline, travel management company, distribution, or supplier relations experience. 7+ years in revenue management, airline contracting, supplier relations, or commercial leadership. Proven success managing airline partnerships and revenue growth initiatives. Demonstrated experience negotiating complex commercial agreements. Skills & Competencies Airline revenue management expertise. Executive presentation and communication skills. Strong financial analysis and forecasting capabilities. Supplier negotiation and relationship management. Strategic planning and business development. Knowledge of ARC, IATAN, GDS platforms, NDC, and airline distribution models. Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and presentation tools. Exceptional leadership, influencing, and stakeholder management abilities. Performance Measures Airline revenue growth. Contractual target achievement. Supplier retention and satisfaction. Incremental revenue generated through preferred programs. Client and stakeholder engagement metrics. Forecast accuracy and budget attainment.Successful implementation of strategic airline initiatives. PAY AND BENEFITS Our benefit offerings include choice of two medical plans and two dental plans, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), company-paid life insurance and AD&D, optional additional life insurance and AD&D, disability insurance, paid parental leave, paid time off, 401k Plan with company match, discounted employee travel options, access to LinkedIn Learning webinars and courses. Discounted pet insurance and auto, home, & renters insurance. The salary range on this job posting/advertising has been developed to give applicants a wide range to comply with pay transparency laws in all states and geographical areas. Many factors, such as years of experience, geographical location, budget etc. are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. The salary range posted represents the pay range for U.S. candidates. If the job posting indicates that the role is available for international candidate consideration, the salary range will be based on the local market for the country where the candidate would be working. This role may be eligible for an incentive, commission, bonus, or a discretionary bonus program based on the company's financial goal achievement and individual performance. Internova Travel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions without regard to age, race, religion, national origin, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation and gender identity or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr