Shape the future of air travel by leading long-term network planning for a global airline operating across diverse markets. This role is central to aligning strategic vision with operational execution, ensuring optimal use of fleet assets, route profitability, and network connectivity through forward-looking analysis and planning frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and manage regional long-term network strategies by evaluating customer demand, market shifts, and competitive landscapes to enhance route performance and connectivity.
- Provide analytical leadership for fleet planning, delivering scenario-based forecasts that inform acquisition, retirement, and reallocation decisions in line with growth and efficiency targets.
- Model seasonal and annual capacity plans to support sustainable fleet utilization and adapt to evolving operational and market conditions.
- Engage with senior stakeholders and represent the airline in regional and industry forums, advocating for strategic network priorities and securing alignment across divisions.
- Develop and refine planning methodologies, tools, and processes to strengthen analytical depth and decision quality across long-term planning cycles.
- Track and assess planning KPIs such as seat capacity, fleet usage, and route economics, identifying opportunities for optimization and corrective action.
Qualifications and Experience
- Proven track record in airline network and fleet planning, with strong expertise in demand modeling, capacity optimization, and route economics.
- Solid understanding of aircraft deployment cycles, seasonal scheduling, and aircraft economics within complex airline operations.
- Experience working in matrixed organizations, influencing cross-functional leaders and presenting strategic recommendations to senior decision-makers.
- Familiarity with operational constraints including crew availability, maintenance requirements, airport infrastructure, and fleet capabilities.
- History of improving planning systems through automation, tool development, or workflow enhancements to increase efficiency and insight accuracy.
- Committed to continuous improvement, with a proactive approach to refining planning practices and analytical frameworks.
Work Environment and Benefits
This role operates in a hybrid model across multiple locations, supporting flexible work arrangements that prioritize outcomes over physical presence. The organization fosters a collaborative, intercultural workplace that values inclusion, employee well-being, and professional growth.
- Competitive compensation and travel benefits
- Access to learning and development resources
- Support for health, work-life balance, and sustainable practices
- Opportunities to contribute to global projects and community initiatives
- Inclusive culture that supports diverse backgrounds and abilities
