Senior Director of Concessions

Senior Director of Concessions

About Us:

Welcome to the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority, where we operate Raleigh-Durham International Airport, a vital hub connecting North Carolina to the world.

In 2024, our teamwork helped us serve 15.5 million passengers, generate a $24.1 billion economic impact, and our dedication to excellence has been recognized with a Top Five passenger satisfaction ranking in North America.

We're a tight-knit team of over 400 employees where accountability and collaboration are our guiding principles, and safety is our top priority.

Whether your role is indoors or outdoors, you'll be part of a supportive environment that values your contributions.

We believe in investing in our people, offering competitive benefits and professional development to help your career take flight.

About You:

You embody core values that will play a pivotal role in connecting our community to places and the people who matter most.

Your commitment to continuous learning will drive innovation and growth, while your unwavering integrity ensures that our brand remains trustworthy and reputable.

Your respect for colleagues and clients alike fosters a collaborative and positive environment.

Your dedication to excellence in every task you undertake will elevate our brand’s standards.

Lastly, your team spirit will unite our efforts and amplify our collective success.

About the Role: 

Ready to help chart the course for a high-impact airport concessions program?
As Senior Director of Concessions, you’ll partner with executive leadership to drive non-aeronautical revenue, oversee tenant operations across food, beverage, retail, and passenger services, and ensure the concessions program delivers a first-class guest experience.

This role blends strategy, operations, and leadership in a fast-paced, highly visible airport environment.

This is a high-visibility leadership opportunity for someone who wants to help shape the future of an airport concessions program while owning the operational details that make it successful every day.

In this role, you’ll:


* Help chart the course for non-aeronautical revenue growth through innovative concepts and strategic planning


* Play a hands-on role in enhancing the guest experience across food, beverage, retail, logistics, and passenger services


* Work closely with the Vice President of Concessions and cross-functional partners, giving you direct exposure to executive decision-making


* Lead a team and a portfolio of tenants where your decisions have visible, measurable impact


* Operate in a dynamic airport environment where no two days are the same and your leadership keeps the operation at cruising altitude

If you’re looking for a role that combines strategy, leadership, and real operational influence, this is an opportunity to make your mark.

 

Compensation:


* Maximum – Based on experience


* Minimum - $125,700.84

 

What You’ll Do:

Strategy & Execution
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