SENIOR MANAGER – NETWORK PLANNING & PERFORMANCE

Gulf Air Group; Bahrain; On-site; BHD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Air in Bahrain seeks a Senior Manager for Network Planning & Performance to lead planning, performance, and information activities supporting strategic growth. You will direct network strategies, route evaluations, capacity planning, and market intelligence to optimise profitability and efficiency.

The role requires a minimum of eight years in airline network planning or related analytics, plus strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration across Commercial, Revenue Management,

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant airline network planning, performance, or analytics experience.
• Proven track record leading planning and performance teams.
• Strong ability to translate data into strategic actions across functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of network planning strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
• Oversee route evaluations, forecasting, and business case development for growth.
• Direct network performance analysis to monitor profitability, capacity, market share, and connectivity.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Revenue Management, Alliances, Finance and Operations to align initiatives.

Skills

Network planning

Forecasting

Strategic planning

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, Engineering, Finance

Tools

Aviation analytics tools

Scheduling software

Job description

GF2094 - SENIOR MANAGER - NETWORK PLANNING & PERFORMANCE

Company

Gulf Air

Division

Commercial

Location

Department

Commercial

Closing Date

27-Aug-2026

JOB PURPOSE

Lead the Network Planning & Performance function by overseeing network planning, network performance, and network information activities to support the airline's strategic growth objectives. Direct the development of network strategies, route evaluations, capacity planning initiatives, performance monitoring, and market intelligence to optimize network profitability, operational efficiency, and competitive positioning while ensuring data-driven decision-making across the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development and implementation of network planning strategies aligned with the airline's corporate and commercial objectives.


• Oversee route evaluations, market assessments, traffic forecasting, and business case development to support network growth and optimization.


• Direct network performance analysis to monitor route profitability, capacity utilization, market share, connectivity, and operational performance.


• Oversee the network information function to ensure the provision of accurate market intelligence, competitive analysis, forecasting data, and management reporting.


• Evaluate network opportunities and recommend route launches, frequency adjustments, capacity deployment, and schedule enhancements.


• Lead the preparation of network plans, forecasts, and performance reviews for executive management.


• Ensure the effective utilization of network planning, scheduling, and aviation analytics tools to support decision-making.


• Collaborate with Commercial, Revenue Management, Alliances, Finance, and Operations teams to align network initiatives with business objectives.


• Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, economic developments, and regulatory changes impacting network performance and growth opportunities.


• Lead, develop, and mentor managers and team members within Network Planning, Network Performance, and Network Information functions.


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance forecasting accuracy, reporting capabilities, analytical effectiveness, and planning processes.

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in airline network planning, network performance, commercial strategy, aviation analytics, or related functions.