OTA - Head of Flight Operation
- Hahalolo Of India
- 8 - 10 years
- Kolkata
- 26 days ago
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Job Description
Job Summary:
Key Responsibilities:
Lead Soctrip's Flight vertical as the P&L owner, responsible for building and scaling the flight booking business through direct airline partnerships, API integrations, and strategic growth initiatives in both domestic and international markets.
- Lead the entire flight team and drive strategic direction for flight vertical growth
- Set performance targets, manage budgets, and oversee airline partner development and campaign success
- Develop and execute flight sales and marketing strategy for Soctrip
- Manage high-level partnerships with airlines (direct contracts and API integrations)
- Supervise all flight sub-teams: Sales, Admin, Campaign, and Support
- Analyse flight performance reports and optimize KPIs (booking volume, revenue, margins)
- Ensure confidentiality of seller information; take full responsibility for any damage caused to sellers/partners/users or Soctrip
- Do not use personal contact information (including phone numbers, email addresses, social media accounts, messaging apps, etc.) to communicate with sellers/partners/users. Only use company-approved contact details for sellers/partners/users communication and support during your employment with Soctrip and Hahalolo
Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Business, or related field; MBA preferred
- Experience: 8-10 years in airline/flight distribution industry with 3+ years leading flight operations
- Certifications: IATA Certification required (IATA/UFTAA Consultant or higher)
- Technical Skills:
- Expert knowledge of GDS systems (Amadeus, Sabre, Galileo, Travelport)
- Experience with airline NDC APIs and direct connect integrations
- Deep understanding of airline revenue management and pricing strategies
- Proficiency in flight inventory management and distribution
Key Competencies:
- Proven track record of building airline partnerships (both LCC and FSC)
- Experience negotiating commission structures with airlines (5-12% range)
- Successfully managed flight business with 100Cr+ annual GBR
- Understanding of both IATA and non-IATA airline distribution models
- Knowledge of international and domestic flight market dynamics
Performance Metrics:
- Monthly flight booking revenue targets
- Airline partnership growth (new airline additions)
- Commission margin optimization
- Market share growth in key routes
Benefits:
- Dynamic and friendly global start-up work culture
- Competitive salary with regular performance reviews
- Fun team activities: monthly birthdays, events, and gifts
- Annual team building and company outings
- Supportive environment during personal or health-related situations
- Paid leave and other benefits as per company policy
Job Classification
Industry: Travel & TourismFunctional Area / Department: Customer Success, Service & OperationsRole Category: OperationsRole: Head - OperationsEmployement Type: Full timeContact Details:
Company: Hahalolo Of IndiaLocation(s): Kolkata
Keyskills: Airline Partnership Development & Management Strategic Leadership & Team Management Performance-Driven Execution P&L Ownership & Revenue Optimization Market Expansion & Growth Initiatives Technical Flight Distribution Expertise
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