Business Operations Associate at Booking.com

Stockholm, , Sweden -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operational Skills, Business Process Optimization, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Commercial Awareness, Change Management, Written Communication, Verbal Presentation, Partner Management, Analytical Skills, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning

Industry

Software Development

Description

About Us: At Booking.com, data drives our decisions. Technology is at our core. And innovation is everywhere. But our company is more than datasets, lines of code or A/B tests. We’re the thrill of the first night in a new place. The excitement of the next morning. The friends you encounter. The journeys you take. The sights you see. And the memories you make. Through our products, partners and people, we make it easier for everyone to experience the world. Role Overview: We began by taking hotel bookings online over 20 years ago and we've been shaping the travel industry ever since. Today, we're building a platform that connects all parts of the trip – from accommodation to transport, flights, tickets, tours and much more! Our Trips Business Unit helps people get where they want to go, anywhere in the world. Whether customers want the freedom of a car, the convenience of a flight, the ease of a taxi or the economy of public transport, we make it all possible. Our team is passionate about helping people travel. They see challenges as opportunities. And they're always ready for change. A trip usually starts with a flight. The Flights team's mission is to offer a wide selection of flights, great value for money and the easiest end-to-end booking experience. We partner with our Strategic partner Etraveli Group to make our mission a reality and have ambitious goals over the next years. The Flights Business Operations Associate is primarily responsible for implementing the necessary processes and structure to ensure the department achieves its goals and operates smoothly, effectively, and efficiently. This role involves supporting the execution of day-to-day operations and establishing an effective "rhythm of business" between the Flights Team and our Strategic Partners. You will support all partner facing business operations activities (such as planning, QBRs), and implement and optimize processes for scaling the partnership, aid in measuring and reporting health and performance for business reviews and drive solutions to medium complexity problems in partnership with involved parties The role will report to the Strategic Partnership Operations Manager and be based in a small team in our Stockholm office. What you will do: Identify and drive the set-up, kick-off and execution of new/improved business as usual processes between B.com Flights, internal stakeholders and our Strategic Partner Support all partner facing activities with our strategic partner Own the collection, analysis and action plan for partnership health topics Drive process improvements Drive change management within the Flights department to adopt new processes and ways of working Run medium complexity projects and initiatives related to our Strategic Partner Who you are: You have strong operational skills You have experience of building and optimising business processes You have project management skills You are a fast learner You have excellent stakeholder management skills You are proactive and able to identify process improvements opportunities You have good commercial awareness and are able to understand basics of business drivers You are comfortable working with teams and stakeholders based in different locations (Amsterdam, Stockholm, London and Athens) You are able to work independently and as part of a team You are able to summarize complex information in a simple manner You have great written and verbal presentation skills You have experience of working with an external partner Role Qualifications and Requirements: Your experience: Experience in project management Experience of process improvements and change management Strong stakeholder management skills and experience influencing at management level (up to Director) Strong communication skills Requirements: The role could require some business travel to our Strategic partner (Sweden - Stockholm, Greece - Athens) around once per quarter. Benefits & Perks - Global Impact, Personal Relevance: Booking.com’s Total Rewards Philosophy is not only about compensation but also about benefits. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well unique-to-Booking.com benefits which include: Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including: parent, grandparent, bereavement, and care leave Hybrid working including flexible working arrangements, and up to 20 days per year working from abroad (home country) Industry leading product discounts - up to 1400 per year - for yourself, including automatic Genius Level 3 status and Booking.com wallet credit Inclusion at Booking.com: Inclusion has been a core part of our company culture since day one. This ongoing journey starts with our very own employees, who represent over 140 nationalities and a wide range of ethnic and social backgrounds, genders and sexual orientations. Take it from our Chief People Officer, Paulo Pisano: “At Booking.com, the diversity of our people doesn’t just build an outstanding workplace, it also creates a better and more inclusive travel experience for everyone. Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. It’s a place where you can make your mark and have a real impact in travel and tech.” We ensure that colleagues with disabilities are provided the adjustments and tools they need to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Application Process: This section should provide: Let’s go places together: How we Hire This role does not come with relocation assistance. Booking.com is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We strive to move well beyond traditional equal opportunity and work to create an environment that allows everyone to thrive. Pre-Employment Screening If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre-employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.

Responsibilities

Implement and optimize business processes to ensure smooth operations between the Flights team and strategic partners. Support partner-facing activities, manage partnership health reporting, and drive medium-complexity projects.