Director of Revenue Management at Lindblad Expeditions

Seattle, Washington, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Travel, TourismIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred)
  • 8–12+ years of progressive revenue management experience, preferably in travel, hospitality, or cruise
  • Proven track record leading pricing and inventory optimization at scale
  • Strong analytical and forecasting skills; comfort with RMS systems, BI dashboards, and statistical tools
  • Demonstrated leadership and team-building capabilities in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
  • Excellent communication and influence skills; ability to translate data into actionable commercial strategies
  • Proficiency in building and interpreting dashboards in Power BI for revenue, pricing, and inventory insights
  • Hands-on knowledge of Seaware Reservations and Inventory Management System preferred
  • Exceptional organizational, planning and decision making skills
  • Ability to translate complex data into clear commercial strategies and actionable insights
  • Team development, retention, and adoption of best practices
  • Must work hybrid 3-days a week in our Seattle office

Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day pricing and inventory decisions for voyages to optimize paid occupancy, yield, and NTR
  • Develop, implement, and continuously refine revenue management strategies aligned to brand positioning and business goals
  • Partner with Marketing and Sales to design promotions, campaigns, and pricing levers that drive both demand and profitability
  • Ensure compliance with international pricing, tax, and consumer protection regulations
  • Manage inventory allocation across voyages, products, and guest segments to maximize utilization
  • Balance tactical pricing needs with long-term brand value, guest satisfaction, and market competitiveness
  • Partner with Deployment and Operations to support strategic decisions around itinerary planning, redeployments, and capacity adjustments
  • Own monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue forecasts (NTR, occupancy, yield, per-diem metrics) across all markets
  • Monitor booking pace, demand curves, and forecast variance; identify risks and opportunities proactively
  • Leverage RMS tools, data science, and statistical modeling to enhance forecast accuracy and decision-making
  • Lead and mentor a high-performing team of managers and analysts in pricing, inventory, and forecasting
  • Drive adoption of best practices, governance, and process discipline across the revenue management team
  • Partner with IT, Data/Analytics, and Finance to enhance forecasting, automation and decision support tools
  • Align with Sales, Marketing, and Contact Center to ensure consistency of pricing, offers, and messaging
  • Partner with Finance on budget planning, upside/downside scenario modeling, and performance reporting
  • Engage with Operations and Guest Experience teams to ensure pricing decisions enhance guest satisfaction

Skills

Revenue Management
Pricing Strategy
Inventory Management
Revenue Forecasting
Yield Management
Demand Forecasting
Financial Analysis
Cross-functional Collaboration

Lindblad Expeditions

Specialized marine expedition travel company

About Lindblad Expeditions

Lindblad Expeditions offers specialized travel experiences focused on marine expeditions that prioritize conservation and sustainable tourism. Their trips are designed for adventure travelers and nature enthusiasts who seek educational experiences in remote natural environments. Guests can engage with scientists and naturalists, enhancing their understanding of the ecosystems they explore. The company’s fleet includes advanced exploration tools like kayaks and underwater cameras, allowing for in-depth exploration of marine life. Unlike competitors, Lindblad Expeditions emphasizes educational voyages in partnership with National Geographic, providing unique insights and access to pristine locations. The goal is to create memorable travel experiences that foster a deeper appreciation for nature and promote conservation efforts.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1979Year Founded
$82.7MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Education, Consumer GoodsIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Flexible Spending Account/Flexible Spending Account
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit
Paid Holidays
Floating Holiday Options
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Parental Leave
Sick Leave
Pet Insurance

Risks

Increased competition in the expedition cruise market challenges Lindblad's market position.
Expansion into the Amazon River region may lead to operational challenges.
New executive leadership could cause strategic shifts or instability during the transition.

Differentiation

Lindblad Expeditions partners with National Geographic for unique educational travel experiences.
The company offers state-of-the-art exploration tools for marine expeditions.
Lindblad focuses on conservation and sustainable tourism in remote natural environments.

Upsides

Growing interest in sustainable tourism aligns with Lindblad's conservation-focused offerings.
The rise of experiential travel benefits Lindblad's educational and adventure voyages.
Multi-generational travel trends create opportunities for family-oriented expedition packages.

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