Airport Assistant General Manager II - Food & Retail Concessions Division
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Qualifications
- Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in business/public administration, aviation management, or a related area.
- Minimum of (10) years of management experience commercial development, business management, aviation services and/or related fields.
- Preferred Education & Experience
- Master’s degree in business management, commercial development, aviation services/industry, transportation and/or related assignments.
- Licensures and Certifications
- None required in general.
- Essential Capabilities and Work Environment
- Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job
- Education and Experience
Responsibilities
- Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- In conjunction with the Airport Deputy General Manager, strategically leads all concessions activities and initiatives.
- Directs assigned functions at the Airport through subordinate directors and managers within the concessions program.
- Stays apprised of industry and consumer trends to develop strategic direction and identifies opportunities to optimize revenues and enhance customer satisfaction, as well as to retain or generate additional revenue in each of the lines mentioned above of businesses/categories.
- Manages collaboration with business peers/partners within other Offices, Divisions, and Business Units at the Airport.
- Prepares and presents periodic reports on Concessions performance, including (without limitation) insights and analysis of sales and revenue trends.
- Prepares, reviews and implements detailed operating plans including, but not limited fiscal year budget plans, departmental/divisional strategic plans, operational plans and departmental policies for external/internal stakeholders.
- Collaborates with internal stakeholders on key projects, such as master plan, construction projects, and contract audits.
- In coordination with the Department of Procurement and the Department of Law, direct, develop, and manage the negotiation and management of Airport leases and agreements within the Office.
- Develops and cultivates relationships and stakeholder policies and programs, with communication to the Deputy General Manager, the General Manager, the Mayor's Office and the Atlanta City Council.
- Selects, manages, and develops leadership talent for units managed. Provides leadership, guidance and coaching on an ongoing basis to ensure high performance and produce results. Oversight of division’s success plans and leadership needs including development of future leaders and candidates for higher level positions. Provides both formal and informal feedback to divisional team members.
- With respect to areas of responsibility, implements standards, remains in compliance, regulations, policies and procedures set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the State of Georgia, the City of Atlanta, and other international, federal, state, and local entities.
- Establishes good working relationships with all Airport leadership, regulatory representatives, Airport stakeholders, local governments, and any other pertinent organizations with respect to the areas assigned.
- Serves as a member of the senior management team and provides significant input into overall strategic, business, and financial plans.
- Attends meetings, functions, and events.
- These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Additional duties or responsibilities may be required.
- Decision Making
- AGM exercises sound judgment in planning, analyzing, and implementing initiatives, making decisions regarding resource allocation within business units, coordinating and supervising team members, developing policies, procedures, and processes, handling difficult situations with tact and diplomacy, and escalating matters to leadership. AGM also has input in overall Airport strategic priorities.
- Leadership Provided
- Position has directional authority over a group of seasoned directors or managers and provides high level coaching and development for direct subordinates and team members within assigned business units.
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of airport concessions, including food & beverage, retail, advertisement, sponsorships, vending, and passenger services.
- Senior-level leadership and ability to cultivate interdepartmental talent.
- Knowledge of Airport regulations, codes, and policies for governing commercial entities and programs.
- Strong analytical and presentation skills with understanding of Airport industry and commercial and financial policies; strong personnel management skills; exceptional skills in communicating and listening to effectively convey information verbally and in writing.
- Ability to organize and direct programs and resources involved in areas including but not limited to commercial development, lease negotiation, contract management, communication, stakeholder engagement and Airport- impacted community relations Supervise, train and evaluate the performance and professional development of assigned personnel.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholder groups on the research, development and implementation of revenue-generating Airport programs, projects and functions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preferred Education & Experience
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