Project Manager - Indirect Distribution F/M/X

The Indirect Distribution team optimises Accor's indirect distribution ecosystem by managing GDS connectivity, corporate and agency distribution tools, strategic partner relationships and the commercial frameworks that drive profitable business to our hotels. Within this team, the Project Manager leads key projects supporting the indirect distribution strategy and coordinates the business operations related to GDS contracts and partner engagements (around two thirds project management, one third budget and financial follow-up). The role is part of Global Sales & Revenue, working with Accor HQ departments and business units around the world.

Responsibilities

Manage GDS and connectivity projects end to end; Support GDS commercial agreements and partner contract discussions (GDS, IDS such as Derbysoft and RateGain); Contribute to the development of travel agent tools and platforms (Learn with Us, Travelpros, Leisure Groups Online, ALPP); Identify and drive long-term solutions to recurring connectivity issues; Ad hoc reporting, analysis and presentation preparation; Maintain a monthly view of GDS and IDS fees; Process POs and payments for specified distribution partners via ASPEN; Co-ordinate the feedback required for the quarterly budget reviews; Support meetings with the Finance team to adjust the annual budget where needed; Support the preparation of the annual budget, meeting all deadlines; Annually review and adapt the GDS media kit, sharing the final version with Hotel Sales Relations for distribution; Support hotels in responding to requests for media campaigns; Support the ongoing analysis of media campaigns, revising the guidelines for hotels and business units accordingly; Maintain the Indirect Distribution team's SharePoint files and linked documents in Showpad

Requirements

Master's degree (business school, university or equivalent); 2 to 5 years of work experience; First experience in project management; Strong Excel skills (budget tracking and forecasting); MS Office to a high standard; Fluent in English - spoken and written; Organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines; Ability to work independently; Collaboration and influencing skills; Comfortable with both operational/administrative tasks and project work; Problem-solving and analytical skills; Proactivity and flexibility; Data driven; Positive attitude and team spirit

Nice to have

Knowledge of hotel or travel distribution (GDS, TMCs, OTAs, airlines); Experience with a purchasing/ERP tool (e.g. ASPEN, SAP); First exposure to partner negotiation

Benefits

Heartist® programme: preferential rates and flash offers at all Accor properties and with partners worldwide; Heartist® for good volunteering programme: 1 day off per year to volunteer for a charity; Works council (CSE) funding cultural and sports activities; Sustainable mobility allowance of up to €600 or 75% of Navigo pass covered; €11 meal vouchers; Mandatory health insurance, 50% funded by Accor, covering dependants at no additional cost; Remote work in France and flexible working options; Every Wednesday afternoon dedicated to deep work and personal development; Training and continuous improvement, including Digitech Academy with certifications; Collaborative workspaces, restaurants, games and sports areas