Positioned at the commercial hub airport of one of the world’s leading emerging economies, Arik Air currently serves an ever expanding route network of key cities in Nigeria, Africa, Europe, the US and the UAE. Arik Air boasts a modern fleet of 28 aircraft maintained by partners Lufthansa Technik and Iberia.
Arik Air has recently introduced a new mobile booking service and launched its first mobile app to further boost its passenger experience. Last year saw the launch of Arik Air new frequent flyer programme called Arik Affinity Wings. The programme has been packed full of benefits designed to reward guests for their loyalty by giving them the opportunity to earn miles on domestic, regional and long-haul flights.
In 2013, Arik Air welcomed more than 2.7 million passengers on board its domestic, regional and international services and is the fastest growing African airline.
Arik Air places great emphasis on reliability and innovation and aims to revolutionise flying to and within Africa.
Arik Air is seeking Commercial Management Talent
Launched in 2006, Arik Air is West Africa largest airline. Positioned at the commercial hub airport of one of the world’s leading emerging economies, Arik Air currently serves an ever expanding route network of key cities in Nigeria, Africa, Europe and the US. Arik Air boasts a modern fleet of 28 aircraft.
In 2015, Arik Air welcomed more than 2 million passengers on board its domestic, regional and international services and has been Africa’s fastest growing airline over the recent years.
Arik Air places great emphasis on reliability and innovation and aims to revolutionise flying to and within Africa.
This year (October 2016) Arik Air will be celebrating its 10th anniversary and we will be introducing new routes and take delivery of additional aircraft.
As part of our overall growing strategy, we are seeking experienced individuals to join and expand our team of passionate and dedicated professionals based in Lagos, Nigeria. In exchange we are offering excellent benefits and career development opportunities.
If it sounds like the right opportunity for you, please check our current commercial vacancies below and apply to [email protected] with your CV:
VP Commercial
AVP Corporate Sales
Senior Manager E/M Commerce
VP Marketing, Customer Loyalty & CRM
Senior Manager Customer Loyalty & CRM
AVP Pricing & Revenue Management
Senior Manager Revenue Management
Manager – Pricing
Manager Commercial Planning & Analytics
The following applies to all roles:
- Specific expertise and proven track record in similar position with international exposure
- Must possess strong understanding of airline commercial operations
- Minimum of 7+ years’ relevant experience for Manager/Senior Manager position
- Minimum of 10+ years for AVP/VP position
- Entrepreneurial spirit with experience initiating and managing change
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and consistently exceeding targets/assigned quotas
- Prior experience in remote locations under challenging conditions and limited resources, would be considered an advantage
- Self-starter, highly organized, detailed oriented with a hands-on result oriented approach
- Ability to motivate, train and coach team members
- Possess outstanding oral and written communication skills and technology savvy
- Knowledge of African markets and prior experience of working in Africa would be desirable
- Rotation pattern with 8 weeks on 2 weeks off
- Tax free salary
- Accommodation and transport will be provided
- Medical cover
- Rotation flights back to home country at the end of each rotation
For further information or to apply for any of these positions please visit the careers section of Arik’s website. http://www.arikair.com/careers