Head of Air – Procurement & Distribution - Broadbeach, QLD Job no:

530827

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:

📌 Head of Air (Gold Coast)
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