Analyst - Data & Analytics

WestJet; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline company is seeking an experienced analyst to join their Revenue Analytics team in Calgary. This hybrid role involves transforming data into actionable insights, developing decision support tools, and ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Candidates should have a strong analytical background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for driving efficiencies in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Travel privileges for employees and family

Flexible savings and benefit programs

Fun and friendly workplace culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years in an analytical role with decision-making experience.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and database management.
• Excellent communication skills to bridge gaps between users.

Responsibilities

• Translate business problems into advanced data solutions.
• Develop systems for decision support and strategic action.
• Automate routine tasks to improve productivity.

Skills

SQL

Database Management

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Project Coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Economics, Math, Stats, Business, or Engineering

Tools

Alteryx

Tableau

Python

R

Job description

Requisition ID 100212 - Posted - Revenue and Pricing - Calgary, AB (YYC) - WestJet

Posting Close Date : 02 / 18 / 2025 (Please note the posting will close at 11 : 59pm MST )

Why WestJet :

Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.

WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.

Join us, this is where your career story takes off.

This is a hybrid work position in Calgary Alberta and requires in-person collaboration at the WestJet Campus (22 Aerial Place NE) a minimum of 3 days per week. This provides flexibility the remaining 40% of the work week. This hybrid work plan allows for critically important learning, collaboration and networking with our colleagues. Specific days in the office are agreed upon by the team.

Overview of role :

The Revenue Analytics team provides business intelligence analytics and reporting solutions for the Revenue Management & Pricing department within WestJet. Transforming data into meaningful information is an art form that requires the combination of technical skills and business acumen. In Revenue Analytics, we approach information from the perspective of the business user, creating and developing accurate and reliable solutions that speak to both Executive and front-line audiences. The Revenue Analytics team is rapidly evolving the intelligent landscape of WestJet – implementing creative ideas to capture efficiencies and promote cutting edge analytics.

Reporting to the Director of Revenue Analytics, you will help build a grassroots analytics function to propel WestJet to a new level of competitiveness. You will actively participate in the conceptualization, development, integration, and troubleshooting of new and existing analyses, tools, and reports - ensuring these solutions land with both Executive audiences and front-line analysts. You are an integral part of the growth of our airline as you ensure a consistent understanding, communication of, and approach to meeting strategic goals.

• Translate Revenue Management, Pricing, and Ancillary business problems into advanced solutions by developing data models and assets, experimenting with innovative ideas, creating insight to support the strategic direction of the company
• Develop and implement systems and technology to produce decision support data and tools that enable WestJetters to take strategic action in a dynamic competitive environment
• Develop and maintain automated systems to perform strategic pricing and inventory activities. Select the best methodologies to approach business problems
• Improve productivity and quality by automating routine tasks. Seek to eliminate the need for human intervention and proactively identify opportunities for quality improvement
• Contribute to system adaptation and migration strategy and perform system administration tasks (user setup, system configuration) for all business unit applications
• Identify and conduct required testing efforts for business initiatives and assist, conduct, and support testing efforts for various stakeholder groups as appropriate
• Represent the business unit on large cross-business unit projects, proactively identify potential areas of improvement, and lead plausible solutions from ideation to delivery

Experience and qualifications :

• Bachelor’s Degree (Computer Science, Quantitative Economics / Math / Stats / Business / Engineering or similar)
• 5+ years with a minimum of 3 years in an analytical role incorporating decision making and project coordination in a fast-paced environment
• In-depth understanding of database management systems, online analytical processing (OLAP) and ETL framework and strong proficiency in SQL is mandatory
• Proficiency in one or more of the following is a bonus – Alteryx, Tableau, Oracle, Sabre, VBA, Python, R, SAS, ATPCO, MS SQL
• Excellent communication and presentation skills and a unique ability to bridge the communication gap between executive and front-end users
• Highly motivated, organized, and autonomous individual who can collaborate cross-functionally and lead deliverables and / or projects
• At WestJet we pride ourselves on our fun and friendly customer focus

Please note : Analyst level and title will be determined by the selection team based on the evaluation process and the candidates requisite experience.

The benefits of being a WestJetter :

WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer :

• A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
• Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
• Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs

Think we are a fit? Apply now!

About WestJet Group of Companies

Together with WestJet's regional airline, WestJet Encore, we offer scheduled service to more than 100 destinations in North America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe and to more than 175 destinations in over 20 countries through our airline partnerships.

Our Safety Promise

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.

WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility and if you require accommodation during the selection process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.

For more information about everything WestJet, please visit WestJet.com.