Manager, Sales Strategy And Distribution - United Kingdom LHR

Intro
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Why you'll love this job

As the Manager, Sales Strategy and Distribution, you will drive strategic initiatives across the EMEA region, overseeing sales strategy development and the advancement of our distribution agenda. This role is pivotal in aligning regional sales goals with global priorities, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and leading a team of analysts to support business growth.

What you'll do

As noted above, this list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.

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-Lead and execute regional sales strategy initiatives across EMEA in alignment with global priorities.
-With close coordination with the Distribution team, develop and implement strategies to further American’s distribution objectives in EMEA.
-Oversee a team of 2–4 analysts, providing coaching, guidance, and professional development.
-Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across Sales, Revenue Management, Digital, and Distribution.
-Work closely with joint business airline partners to support corporate and agency sales planning, performance tracking, and strategic account initiatives.
-Analyze market trends, performance data, and competitor activities to inform strategic decisions.
-Manage internal reporting processes and provide insights to senior leadership on regional progress.
-Drive adoption and education around new sales technologies and distribution capabilities.
-Work in close partnership with joint business and alliance carriers to ensure aligned commercial strategies.
-Represent American Airlines in external meetings with key partners and industry stakeholders

All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

-Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, Aviation, or a related field; Master’s degree (MBA or similar) preferred.
-5+ years of experience in commercial strategy, sales planning, distribution, or related roles within the airline or travel industry.
-Proven experience managing or mentoring teams, with strong people leadership and development skills.
-Deep understanding of airline distribution models, including NDC, GDS, and modern retailing trends.
-Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills; able to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
-Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and collaborate across global, matrixed organizations.
-Excellent communication and presentation skills; comfortable engaging with senior leadership and external partners.
-Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
-Experience working in or with international markets, especially across EMEA, with cultural fluency and adaptability.
-Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
-Willingness to travel internationally as required.
Essentials

-Strong leadership and motivation skills
-Strong commercial acumen
-Extensive business to business experience in both online and offline sales environments
-Superior organizational / planning, analytical and problem solving skills
-Broad experience with leading a diverse multi-cultural team and demonstrated success in adapting to different cultural environments
-Proactive business professional that thrives on challenging the status quo
-Ability to work independently and across different cultures
-Excellent strategic and analytical skills
-Strong administrative, negotiation and interpersonal skills
-Demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making ability
-Self-motivated, and possess a positive attitude
-Position requires high flexibility and the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously
-Thorough knowledge of airline / travel industry and AA product / destinations

Feel free to be yourself at American
From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.

Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.