Job Title: SiteMinder/DerbySoft SME – Techno-Functional Consultant
Location: Remote
Contract Type: Contract
Rate: £500 per day
Contact: Thomas.price@forsythbarnes.com
Are you a hospitality tech expert with deep knowledge of SiteMinder and DerbySoft? We’re looking for a techno-functional SME to guide and optimize our channel distribution strategy.
About the Role:
We are seeking a seasoned SiteMinder/DerbySoft Subject Matter Expert with strong techno-functional skills to advise, design, and optimize hotel channel management and distribution solutions. This is a strategic role where you will work closely with stakeholders to enhance system integrations and maximize booking performance across platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide SME-level advisory across channel management solutions, especially SiteMinder and DerbySoft.
* Lead or support the implementation and integration of SiteMinder within the broader hospitality tech ecosystem (PMS, CRS, RMS).
* Evaluate and optimize OTA strategies, including integration with TravelClick and similar platforms.
* Collaborate with IT and commercial teams to ensure alignment between technical execution and distribution objectives.
* Troubleshoot issues across the tech stack, offering both functional insights and technical solutions.
Requirements:
* 5+ years in hospitality technology with a strong focus on channel management systems.
* Hands-on experience implementing SiteMinder and related tools in the hospitality ecosystem.
* Deep understanding of hotel distribution platforms, including PMS (e.g., Opera, Protel), CRS, RMS, and OTA connectivity.
* Strong analytical and communication skills, capable of bridging technical details with business needs.
* Proven success in optimizing online distribution and third-party channel performance.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be working with a forward-thinking hospitality brand that values innovation and efficiency in its digital distribution strategy. This is a high-impact role with visibility across senior leadership and the potential to influence long-term technology decisions.