Network Planning and Scheduling Manager

Etihad food group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 551,000 - 771,000; Full time

Job summary

Etihad Cargo, the cargo division of Etihad Aviation Group, is seeking a Manager Network Planning to optimize the freight network, improve profitability, and align with the group’s strategy from Abu Dhabi. You will oversee schedules, fleet utilization, and capacity planning.

The role requires 5+ years in airline network planning/scheduling, a bachelor’s or higher degree, and strong analytical, negotiation, and strategic skills.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of airline experience in network planning/scheduling (cargo exposure a plus).
• Strong strategic planning and analytical capabilities.
• Proven negotiation and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the freighters schedule development that supports short-term IATA season targets and long-term capacity optimization.
• Coordinate with key stakeholders across Network planning, Revenue Management, Alliances & Partnerships, Operations, Finance and Communications.
• Develop annual and multi-year schedule plans (5- and 10-year) including fleet strategy.
• Ensure timely publication of flights and protection of Etihad’s slot portfolio.
• Lead ad-hoc charter reviews and implement network changes to maximize profitability and utilization.

Skills

Airline network planning

Strategic planning

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree/Post-graduate studies in relevant discipline

Job description

Job Description

Etihad Cargo is a transforming business. As the cargo division of Etihad Aviation Group, we provide fast and reliable cargo and air freighter solutions around the world. We’re proud to be the air cargo partner of choice. As such, we are seeking talented and committed individuals, who are driven by a desire to deliver a world-class product and exceptional service.

We are pleased to announce an opportunity for Manager Network Planning. In this role you will play a significant role in optimizing the Etihad Airways’ cargo network that is operationally deliverable, maximizes profit and is aligned to the broader Etihad Aviation Group’s strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the freighters schedule delivery/development process that supports the following key deliverables
• Short-term (current IATA season) that includes close in re-fleeting, ongoing capacity optimization, operational integrity maintained, on time performance targets are delivered
• Long-term (6-12 months) that includes supporting network/commercial requests to maximize profitability and working with key operational stakeholders to ensure operational compliance
• Recommend initiatives/changes to senior management as part of continual capacity optimization
• Annual budget schedule development
• 5- and 10-year schedule development which also incorporates the long-term fleet strategy
• Ongoing coordination/communication with key stakeholders in the business that includes Network planning, Revenue Management, Alliances & Partnerships, Operations, Government Affairs, Finance and Corporate Communications
• Protect and ensure continual enhancement of Etihad’s slot portfolio
• Ensure timely and accurate publication of the Etihad’s flights
• Manage ad-hoc charter requests that add value and does not compromise the Etihad operation
• Design and implement a freighter network that ensures effective and profitable utilization of Etihad's fleet and balances cargo capacity
• Work with relevant stakeholders, including freighters operations, maintenance and commercial teams to ensure short-term and long-term optimization of fleet
• Manage the impact of capacity changes on the network
• Work with passenger network planning to understand cargo needs and requirements prior to implementation of network capacity introductions or adjustments
• Propose and implement corrective measures to achieve optimal utilization of freighter and belly capacities
• Analyze route profitability to support timely decision-making including short-term (tactical) and long-term (structural) frequency and fleet adjustments

Qualifications

• Ideally you will have at least 5 years of airline experience in network planning/scheduling, exposure to airline cargo will be an advantage
• Bachelor’s degree/post-graduate studies (preferred) in a relevant discipline
• Strategic planning and deep analytical skills
• Negotiation and advocacy skills

Additional Information

Etihad Airways is more than the UAE’s national airline - we’re shaping the future of global aviation. From our hub in Abu Dhabi, we connect people across continents and cultures, while driving our “Journey 2030” ambition to double our fleet, expand our network and grow our people for a new era of excellence. Join us and become part of a vision where the world is your workplace and extraordinary experiences take flight.

To learn more visit www.etihad.com