Program Manager, Integrated Planning (100523)

WestJet; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline is seeking a Program Manager for Integrated Planning to align commercial objectives with operational capabilities. This hybrid role in Calgary involves strategic planning, stakeholder management, and driving continuous improvements to enhance profitability and reliability.

Benefits

Travel privileges for you and your family

Flexible savings and benefit programs

Fun and friendly culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 6-8 years in planning, analytics, commercial strategy or operations.
• Experience in aviation and/or transportation industry environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic, cross-functional planning initiatives.
• Develop integrated Commercial and Operations multi-year roadmap.
• Coordinate inputs from commercial stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical

Problem Solving

Communication

Interpersonal

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Jira

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Program Manager, Integrated Planning (100523)

Posting Close Date: 05/29/2025 (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.

Please note: 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:

As the Program Manager – Integrated Planning, you lead strategic, cross-functional planning initiatives that align the airline’s commercial objectives with operational capabilities. This role bridges commercial and operational perspectives to ensure schedule plans are feasible, financially sound, and strategically aligned. It contributes to planning processes that improve long-term reliability, resiliency, and profitability.

This role serves as a connective role between commercial strategy and operational feasibility, contributing to long-term reliability, schedule quality, and business outcomes. Strength in both relationship management and business knowledge is key.

• Take a leading role in developing the integrated Commercial and Operations multi-year roadmap, which considers long lead, strategic items within the 5-year horizon to achieve the network capacity and growth plan (not limited to forecasted network growth, resource gaps, hangar capacity, Tech Ops capabilities, crew base forecast & airport capacity). Coordinate inputs from commercial stakeholders, acting as a liaison between departments to align priorities and resolve planning conflicts.
• Promote and lead with all commercial business units to identify problem statements, develop and implement initiatives that drive continuous improvements & accountabilities, while focusing on operational & profitability KPIs and business targets to achieve goals.
• Coordinate and participate in seasonal schedule reviews & lookbacks; identifying performance trends and contribute to short, medium and long-range improvements.
• Support the multi-year season planning cycle by presenting data analysis & insights used to inform network schedules and operational decisions.
• Develop a centralized view of all integrated planning metrics through reporting & tool sets – capacity, constraints & profitability to support trad-off decisions across fleet, crew, airport and commercial considerations.
• Drive business case development & investment decisions in service of 5-year plan capacity targets & strategic objectives.
• Identify key assumptions used in planning and monitor for changes or disruptions including fleet plan, crew resources, major infrastructure projects impacting capacity & develop action plans to address and mitigate.
• Identify gaps in process & communication flows and build out process & communication flows with clear accountabilities.

Experience and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Aviation Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 6-8 years in planning, analytics, commercial strategy or operations.
• Experience in aviation and / or transportation industry environments.
• Familiarity with both strategic, commercial and operational planning is an asset.
• Proven success in leading cross-functional initiatives with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira) and data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is an asset.
• Occasional travel may be required to operational hubs or partner locations.

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 – and that is our people. WestJet is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates our differences by way of diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we want to you bring your full self to work and feel appreciated for your contributions.

At WestJet, we welcome unique skills, experiences, and backgrounds - if you’re passionate and excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification in the posting. We are committed to inclusivity, equity, and accessibility in the selection process. If you require an accommodation during the recruiting process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know.

We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.

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About the company

WestJet Airlines Ltd. is a Canadian airline founded in 1996.