Job Description
Job Description
SUMMARY :
A self-starter dedicated to cultivating relationships to lead our Alliances and Partnerships efforts. This highly visible leadership role will maintain business relationships with our partners in the airline industry and beyond. In addition, this role will lead and develop new business ventures while developing a forward vision that aligns with Cape Air’s strategic plan. Key components for success will be an individual that is adept at building and maintaining business relationships, familiarity with airline networks and revenue management concepts
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Collaborate with existing commercial partners to foster long-term relationships that support Cape Air’s core strategic objectives
- Cultivate new relationships inside and outside the airline industry to expand our network reach
- Create long-term value for Cape Air and our business partners via new business opportunities
- Establish, execute, and adapt distribution strategies with each partner to maximize Cape Air revenue, minimize our cost, and meet company strategic goals
- Understand and leverage evolving industry practices to innovate and establish opportunities for competitive Cape Air advantage
- Negotiate, draft, execute, and manage the business terms of commercial agreements to support each relationship
- Develop future vision for department that aligns with Cape Air’s strategic objectives
QUALIFICATIONS :
5+ years’ experience in a business development role with a focus on building relationships preferredExperience in drafting and executing contracts preferredStrong attention to detailExceptional communication and intra-personal relationship skillsPrevious experience managing and developing business to business relationshipsProven track record of business development and growth with experience handling commercial agreements and contractsExperience working collaboratively across multiple teamsFamiliarity and experience with commercial airline networks and revenue management practicesAbility to work effectively under pressure and to meet deadlinesKeen verbal and written skillsThis position is based at our headquarters in Hyannis, MA; however, remote work is available if you reside in one of the following locations :
Atlanta, GABoston, MAChicago, ILDallas, TXHouston, TXNew York, NYSalt Lake City, UTSeattle, WA