Network Revenue Manager

TN United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Network Revenue Manager to drive service profitability and efficiency. This role involves leading the local Network Planning function, utilizing data and technology to enhance performance. You will collaborate with various teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and implement growth initiatives. The position offers comprehensive health benefits, discounts, and a supportive work environment focused on wellbeing. If you have strong analytical skills and a strategic mindset, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Discounted Train Travel

Free Bus Pass

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

25 Days Holiday

Pension Scheme

Share Purchase Options

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay

Qualifications

• Experience in cost/benefit analysis and financial decision-making.
• Strong leadership skills managing cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead local Network Planning, optimizing service profitability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance network performance and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Commercial Awareness

Financial Acumen

Leadership

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Relationship Management

Strategic Mindset

Influencing Skills

Job description

The Network Revenue Manager role is an integral part of the business, focusing on service profitability, punctuality, quality, and efficiency.

The role holder will optimize supply and demand using data and advocate for technology to enhance business performance.

Key Accountabilities:

1. Lead the local Network Planning function within a divisional framework, promoting data, technology, and process automation.
2. Ensure service profitability and drive improvements at the bus service level.
3. Monitor and improve punctuality using advanced technology (Prospective IO).
4. Oversee the road network performance within the Local Business Unit, working with local authorities to improve journey speed and reduce variability.
5. Identify and implement local network growth initiatives based on analysis, supporting national development opportunities.
6. Maximize revenue and reduce costs through optimal vehicle deployment and support divisional decarbonization efforts.
7. Collaborate with the pricing team to ensure pricing strategies enhance network profitability.
8. Proactively solve problems to meet business objectives with a positive attitude.
9. Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders including commercial, finance, depot leadership, revenue, marketing, PR, and customer services.
10. Lead discussions with local authorities, providing data-driven evidence for proposals and performance improvements.
11. Develop network or route proposals with cost/benefit analysis for approval, and oversee post-implementation reviews.
12. Manage tender bid preparations and monitor ongoing performance.
13. Ensure timely bus service registrations.
14. Use customer insights to optimize the network and improve customer satisfaction.

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Strong commercial awareness and customer focus.
• Financial acumen with experience in cost/benefit analysis.
• Leadership experience, especially cross-functional teams.
• Excellent internal and external communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills with data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to build and maintain stakeholder relationships.
• Strategic mindset aligned with business goals.
• Effective influencing and negotiation skills.

KPIs:

• Punctuality.
• Network and patronage growth.

We offer comprehensive health benefits, including Simply Health & Smart Health, virtual GP, mental health support, and wellness advice. Additional benefits include discounts on high street brands, discounted train travel, free bus pass, cycle-to-work scheme, 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, pension scheme, share purchase options, and enhanced maternity/paternity pay.

At First Bus, we prioritize physical and mental wellbeing through various health initiatives and 24/7 Employee Assistance Program support.