Director, Network Strategy & Performance

Gulf Air Group; Bahrain; On-site; BHD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline company in Bahrain is looking for a Network Planning Manager to oversee their network planning activities. Responsibilities include managing a team, preparing business cases for new strategies, and leading the annual budgeting process. The ideal candidate will have a university degree in Management or Economics and at least 7 years of experience in planning or marketing within the airline industry. Strong analytical and leadership skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in planning or marketing in an international airline or equivalent organization.
• High level of knowledge and understanding of Finance/Network systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team responsible for Gulf Air’s Network planning activities.
• Prepare business cases with supporting analysis for strategic directions.
• Monitor network planning with consistent methodologies.
• Prepare traffic/revenue forecasts and annual budget based on market conditions.
• Lead the annual budgeting process for the Commercial Planning department.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic planning

Financial analysis

Leadership

Negotiation

Education

University degree in Management, Economics, or Statistics

Tools

Profit Manager

Market Intelligence Solution (DDS/MIDT, SRS Analyzer)

Job description

A leading airline company in Bahrain is looking for a Network Planning Manager to oversee their network planning activities. Responsibilities include managing a team, preparing business cases for new strategies, and leading the annual budgeting process. The ideal candidate will have a university degree in Management or Economics and at least 7 years of experience in planning or marketing within the airline industry. Strong analytical and leadership skills are essential for success in this role.