Expert revenue and pricing strategic manager ( tourism & holiday homes)

Job Title:
Online Expert – Pricing, Strategy & Revenue Manager
Department:
Revenue Management / Commercial Strategy
Location: Dubai UAE.
Remote / Online
Reports To:
Director of Operations
Position Overview:
The Online Expert – Pricing, Strategy & Revenue Manager will be responsible for maximizing revenue and profitability across all holiday home and tourism properties through strategic pricing, demand forecasting, and data-driven decision-making. This role combines advanced analytical skills with deep market knowledge to ensure competitive positioning across online travel agencies (OTAs), direct channels, and corporate partnerships.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Revenue & Pricing Strategy
Develop and implement dynamic pricing strategies for all units to maximize revenue and occupancy.
Analyze market trends, competitor pricing, and seasonal demand to adjust rates and minimum stays.
Optimize distribution strategies across OTAs (Airbnb, ---------- , Expedia, etc.), direct website, and B2B channels.
Set up promotional campaigns, discounts, and special offers to boost low-demand periods.
Conduct rate parity checks and maintain consistent pricing across platforms.
2. Revenue Forecasting & Performance Analysis
Create revenue forecasts, demand projections, and performance reports (ADR, RevPAR, Occupancy, GOP).
Identify revenue leaks, opportunities, and underperforming properties or listings.
Provide weekly and monthly revenue performance dashboards for management.
3. Channel & System Management
Manage PMS, RMS, and channel manager tools (e.g., Hostaway, Guesty, Cloudbeds, Siteminder, etc.).
Integrate pricing automation systems and ensure proper synchronization between channels.
Collaborate with marketing and operations teams to align availability, promotions, and booking policies.
4. Market & Competitor Analysis
Monitor competitor listings and regional tourism trends (events, seasons, holidays).
Research new revenue opportunities such as long-term stays, corporate rentals, and package deals.
Advise management on strategic growth opportunities and market expansion.
5. Strategic Leadership & Collaboration
Partner with operations, reservations, and digital marketing teams to achieve company-wide revenue goals.
Train internal teams on revenue management principles and performance tracking.
Support management in setting annual budgets, targets, and financial strategies.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business, Tourism, or related field.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in revenue management, pricing strategy, or OTA management (holiday homes, hotels, or tourism industry).
Proven experience with revenue management systems, PMS, and channel managers.
Strong analytical and Excel/Google Sheets skills.
Familiarity with OTAs (Airbnb, ---------- , Expedia) and pricing tools (Beyond Pricing, Pricelabs, Wheelhouse).
Excellent English communication skills; Arabic is a plus.
Strong understanding of UAE tourism and short-term rental market preferred.
Key Skills:
Strategic thinking & data analysis
Dynamic pricing expertise
Revenue forecasting
Market and competitor intelligence
Strong organization and attention to detail
Leadership and collaboration skills
Proficiency with analytics dashboards and automation tools
Performance Metrics (KPIs):
Revenue per Available Night (RevPAN) and Average Daily Rate (ADR) growth
Occupancy rate improvement
Distribution channel performance
Forecast accuracy
Profit margin increase