Director North America Pricing

Alaska Airlines • Seatac, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director, North America Pricing (RM) provides long-term strategy and leadership to a team responsible for the financial performance of Alaska’s coupon revenue in our core North American network, and is the primary owner of our competitive and strategic fare filing decisions and tactics. This highly-leveraged role establishes strategic goals and direction for a team of leaders to continuously improve pricing capabilities at the company. The Director, North America Pricing also closely collaborates with other senior leaders in the company to both advise on and to develop strategies and goals which maximize long-term financial returns for Alaska Airlines.

Requirements

• 8 years of experience in airline pricing, revenue management, network planning, or related area.
• 5 years of leadership experience, with at least 2 of those years directly leading people.
• Bachelor’s degree with a focus in mathematics, finance, economics, or related field; or an additional two years of relevant training/experience in lieu of this degree.
• Demonstrated knowledge of statistical and analytical modeling.
• Accomplishments in conducting complex analysis and cross-divisional projects to deliver results.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Demonstrates excellent initiative, accountability, and project management skills.
• Goal-oriented, with a bias for action and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to execute actions through effective and transparent communication and provide performance results and feedback to all levels of the organization.
• Ability to remain focused on results while prioritizing competing goals and interests.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced experience with database programs (e.g., SQL, Access, Business Objects or Brio).
• Deep knowledge of airline fare filing, distribution, and demand forecasting technology & processes.

Responsibilities

• Sets the long-term strategy and guiding principles for core revenue-driving activities, with particular emphasis on fare products and competitive response. Develops new or enhances existing pricing practices and KPIs to align with company goals. Exercises considerable latitude to establish and maintain procedures for reviewing and adjusting revenue strategies based on the changing economic and competitive landscape.
• Collaborates as a both a thought leader & SME with other leaders in revenue management, network planning, legal, airports, alliances, e-commerce, sales, and marketing to create alignment and urgency in delivering aggressive annual revenue budgets through both tactical moves and long-term projects. Additionally, acts as a senior advisor on projects impacting revenue initiatives throughout the company.
• Leverages a variety of statistical and analytical databases and techniques to explain business and revenue trends to senior management and other stakeholders. Assesses the effectiveness of revenue strategies through analytics and coordination with key stakeholders. Identifies opportunities for pricing team through business intelligence improvement.
• Maintains relationships with ATPCO and other vendors to align product roadmaps with Alaska’s vision for pricing.
• Influences the development of the company’s revenue forecast and budget by advising on industry and Alaska-specific trends in pricing.
• Develops people through effective performance management and ongoing feedback, focusing on fostering strategic and systems thinking, development of talent, and succession planning across teams and disciplines.
• Shapes culture of the team through action, presence, and reinforcement of behaviors.
• Serves as the voice of Alaska Air Group at industry forums with a strong and clear future vision and evaluates / adopts technology to enhance Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air’s competitive advantage.

Benefits

• Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air with high priority status
• Select number of confirmed travel credits provided annually
• Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
• Generous 401k match program
• Quarterly and annual bonus plans
• Generous holiday and paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees