Job Description

Distribution Manager (Part-Time)

Hours:

4 days/week (flexible, with potential to grow)

Contract Type:

Freelance

Location:

Primarily remote, with optional work from our London HQ for nearby London based candidates - in person days 1-2 times a month

Salary:

37,500 pro rata (18.00 per hour) + performance bonus

About The Big Bakes

We're The Big Bakes - the UK's No.1 baking experience - and we're rising fast! With venues across the country (and more in the oven), we bring joyful, no-experience-needed baking joy to the nation. But behind every sold-out session lies smart distribution - and that's where you come in.

Our small business is growing, and we're on the lookout for an experienced Distribution Manager to make sure our experience is out there in the right places, at the right times, and reaching the right audiences. From ticketing platforms and OTAs to corporate and tourism partners, you'll be the one making sure every seat is filled and every opportunity maximised.

Grab a slice of what we're about here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPBhmf5izYk

About the Role

As

Distribution Manager

, you'll manage how The Big Bakes sells across platforms, ensuring our sessions are available in the right places, at the right times, with no clashes. This is not a junior or entry-level role, we're seeking someone with

proven distribution experience

to hit the ground running.

You'll handle:

Public, corporate, tourism and gift voucher ticketing platform and uploads, for the whole company Acquiring, onboarding and managing new distributors (from OTAs and room booking sites to event companies and filming space vendors) Optimising session availability, especially during growth periods (e.g. new city launches, seasonal tourism pushes) This role will be essential to getting our products in front of the right audiences. Finding new distributors and building relationships with entities such as office block management and OTA platforms.

What You'll Do

Channel & Inventory Management

Upload events, sessions, and pricing across all Big Bakes distribution channels. I.e. DesignMyNight, OTAs, voucher platforms Ensure accurate availability across all sales points and considered pricing Monitor session uptake, troubleshoot platform issues, and manage upgrades Actively seek, meet with and set up new partnerships with distributors

Platform Growth & Onboarding

Research and onboard new partners in tourism, corporate, travel, and gifting sectors Lead communication and integration with platforms like Airbnb, DesignMyNight, and beyond Reach out to property/office managers and event networks to expand reach Target-driven, focusing on platform setup and sales volume

Internal & Operational Coordination

Prevent booking conflicts Work closely with marketing, corporate sales, and finance Own backend ticketing systems, widgets, and product accuracy

Data & Targets

Report performance per platform/channel weekly and monthly Hit platform onboarding targets Recommend pricing, promotion or distribution changes based on data

Who You Are

A

distribution and partnerships pro

-- this role is not for on-the-job learning. You will have you've managed listings on OTAs, gift platforms, or group sales channels Experience with ticketing, tourism, travel, or experience products preferred Highly organised and detail-oriented Strategic thinker and strong communicator Self-starter- confident owning projects end-to-end Comfortable juggling multiple channels and systems Strong communicator -you'll collaborate with teams across the company Analytical, with the ability to spot trends and solve problems

Why You'll Love Working with Us

We're a small but mighty team that takes whisks (and the work!) seriously. As our Distribution Manager, you'll enjoy:

A flexible part-time schedule (potential to scale up) Performance-based bonus structure tied to clear, achievable goals Free tickets + 50% staff discount Growth opportunity as we expand nationally and into new tourism markets A creative, fun, high-trust team culture

How to Apply

To apply, please supply:

A brief cover letter outlining your distribution/channel experience A CV showcasing relevant roles An outline of your availability to work 4 days/week and earliest possible start date
Job Types: Part-time, Freelance

Pay: 18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Discounted or free food Employee discount Work from home
Application question(s):

Have you previously managed listings or capacity on ticketing platforms, OTAs, or voucher sites? Do you have experience working with tourism, travel, hospitality, or experience-based products? Have you managed partnerships or distributor relationships as part of a previous role? Are you comfortable analysing channel performance data and making recommendations based on it? Have you attached a cover letter to this application? Please provide an outline below of your availability to work 4 days/week and earliest possible start date Are you able to work primarily remotely, with occasional in-person days (1-2 times per month) at our London HQ if required?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London E8 4ED