Head of Air – Procurement & Distribution - Broadbeach, QLD
Job no:
******
Brand:
Ignite
Work type:
Full time
Location:
Queensland
Categories:
Commercial
We're looking for a strategic and commercially driven
Head of Air – Procurement & Distribution
to lead Ignites' air strategy. This role focuses on securing competitive airline partnerships, improving margins, and optimising distribution across GDS, NDC, and API platforms.
You'll ensure air content is fully integrated across our products, supporting scalable growth, operational efficiency, and a seamless customer experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Define and deliver the air procurement and distribution strategy
Negotiate airline deals and drive margin improvement
Manage strategic airline and distribution partnerships
Oversee GDS, NDC, and API performance and integrations
Collaborate with Product and Tech teams to enhance air capabilities
Drive product integration across Ignite divisions
Lead training, documentation, and compliance for air processes
Key Competencies & Qualities:
Robust expertise in
air procurement, airline contracts, and leisure travel distribution
Proven
negotiation skills
with a track record of delivering commercial outcomes
Solid knowledge of
Amadeus systems
, including Robotic processes, queue management, Smartflows, NDC, and APIs
Ability to
drive revenue, meet targets, and optimise performance




Excellent
communication and collaboration skills
, with confidence engaging across teams
Highly organised, with the ability to
manage priorities, meet deadlines, and work autonomously
Customer-centric and solutions-focused
, with the ability to understand and translate business needs
Positive, proactive, and able to work both
independently and as part of a team
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and
quality-driven
, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
What you'll enjoy:
Ongoing skills development, plus occasional escapes to bucket list destinations
Catapult your career across a network of brands and businesses in an evolving industry
Say no to full price! Nab discounts on travel and more thanks to our sweet rewards program
Access to industry leading health and well - being programs and financial advisors
Set up shop in a swanky beachfront office in Broadbeach
Enjoy social events to promote networking, celebration of wins, and sometimes just for fun!
Take volunteer leave as part of giving back to the local community
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Our Talent Acquisition Team kindly requests no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. Flight Centre Travel Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Applications close:
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