API is seeking a seasoned professional to join our company in the role of Vice President of Client Delivery. The position will be based in our Melville, NY office. The VP of Client Delivery leads and manages their teams in support of the clients in their vertical.The VP of Client Delivery will act as the voice of the customer, making sure that all delivery functions -Operations, Technology, Product, and Accounting - are consistent and in line with achieving our customer's success. The VP of Client Delivery will utilize their proven management skills to mentor the staff, foster teamwork assignments and facilitate strategic initiatives on our client's behalf.
Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Lead, grow and manage a team of Account Managers/Directors to ensure the correct process, client focus, and communication is conveyed to create exemplary performance for the client
- Oversee the Operations and Sourcing teams specific to your region/clients to ensure the correct process, client focus, and communication is conveyed to create exemplary performance for the client.
- Partner closely with Technology, Product and Accounting departments with the objective of raising, consolidating and prioritizing requests until the solutions are implemented or topics are addressed.
- Relationship management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with the clients at all different levels.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and facilitate its success from the original concept to the final implementation
- Develop and maintain strong, strategic relationships with key client stakeholders at all levels, positioning the company as a trusted partner. Provide organization, direction and coordinate for business reviews, savings matrix, new client implementations and all other client specific initiatives
- Develops people within the team and across capabilities by coaching, identifying areas for growth, celebrating successes, managing promotion process, keeping an open dialogue with your team, identifying training opportunities
- Oversee the management of client accounts, ensuring long-term retention, contract renewals, and the identification of opportunities for upselling or cross-selling.
- Consistently provides team members guidance, goal setting and performance feedback on a regular basis
- Provide executive oversight on all client projects, from concept to implementation, ensuring that timelines, budgets, and client expectations are met.
- Lead the coordination of business reviews, new client implementations, savings matrices, and other client-specific initiatives to drive measurable results.
- Become knowledgeable in all API technology platforms to ensure clients are align with appropriate software solutions.
- Provide regular updates to the executive leadership team on client portfolio performance, key risks, and strategic initiatives.
- Ensure consistent communication and synergy across all airline accounts, leading weekly team meetings and one-on-one sessions with direct reports.
Competencies - Problem Solving/Analysis
- Building Relationships
- Business Acumen
- Strategic Thinking
- Results Driven
- Negotiation
- Leadership
- Customer Focus
- Managing Processes
- Market Knowledge
- Developing and Maintaining Budgets
- Technical Capacity
- Communication Proficiency
Leadership This position is directly responsible for directly leading managers/directors of the vertical.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, normal core business hours. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.Compensation The good faith compensation range for this position is $150,000 to $160,000.00 annually.
Travel up to 50%
Required Skills, Education and Experience- 10+ years of experience in Account Management, Client Services, or a similar function, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within the travel industry and working closely with hotels is a must.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or a related field required. MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
- Ability to effectively manage workload in a fast paced atmosphere relying on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
- Solid judgment and leadership skills
- Strong implementation and operations experience
- Shows attention to detail and the ability to produce high quality work
- Ability to positively present API in customer facing situations
- Attention to detail and the ability to produce high quality work is a must.
- Strong Microsoft Office computer skills, with emphasis on Excel
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Customer service and client relationship skills
- Ability to work with and understand diverse cultures here and abroad
- An organized self-starter who can work proactively and independently
- Able to multi task and work well under strict deadlines and fast paced environment
- Flexible schedule and limited travel availability needed based on business needs.
AAP/EEO StatementAccommodations Plus International is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.
Other DutiesThe performance of additional responsibilities if you are designated as a Data Protection Champion (DPC), Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) or Information Assurance Accounting Officer (IAAO).Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time according to business needs. Who We AreAPI is the global leader for crew accommodation solutions, and we are changing the way businesses manage travel. Our technology platform streamlines the entire crew planning process, making day-to-day operations more efficient and elevating the crew layover experience. API's proprietary technology, mobile solutions and our experienced team are positioned to offer our clients a complete, end-to-end platform that integrates seamlessly into their process. We are looking for dynamic, creative, and tech savvy individuals to join our team. If you are passionate about hard work, providing impeccable service, technology, and solutions to our clients then API may be a great fit for you!Other DutiesDuties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time according to business needs.The performance of additional responsibilities if you are designated as a Data Protection Champion (DPC), Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) or Information Assurance Accounting Officer (IAAO).Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.AAP/EEO StatementAccommodations Plus International is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.