Resource Planning Analyst

MAG; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airport operator in Manchester is seeking a skilled Resource Planning Analyst to provide manpower planning and deployment support. The ideal candidate will have advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience in resource planning within large-scale operations. This permanent position offers flexible hybrid working options post-training and includes excellent benefits such as a generous pension plan, holiday entitlement, and subsidised transport. Strong problem-solving skills and stakeholder engagement are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

Flexible and generous pension plan

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free parking

Subsidised public transport

Company discounts

2 volunteering days per year

Free Virtual GP service

Care Concierge service

Qualifications

• Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities, including complex formulas and data manipulation.
• Strong experience in resource planning within large-scale operations.
• Proven capability in demand forecasting and supply optimisation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to deliver under pressure and spot trends.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert manpower planning and deployment support.
• Ensure the right people and skills are in place for operations.
• Enhance guest experience through efficient and compliant operations.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Resource planning in large-scale operations

Demand forecasting

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Job description

Summary

• Resource Planning Analyst
• Based at Manchester Airport, with hybrid working available following completion of training (office attendance required during training period)
• Permanent position
• 36.25 hours per week (Mon-Fri)

Why MAG?

Every year, Manchester Airport connects over 30 million passengers with more than 200 destinations across the globe. As the third largest airport in the UK, Manchester is also in the top 20 airports in Europe. Part of the largest UK owned airport operator group, MAG, Manchester Airport supports over 19,000 jobs onsite and generates around £7.75bn each year for the region.

Sustainability is one of our core values, and it shapes everything we do. We're committed to protecting the environment and supporting our local communities. Our programmes include airport and airline decarbonisation, comprehensive education, skills and employment support and community engagement initiatives including volunteering opportunities.

At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive. Youll also have access to some great benefits including :

Benefits

• Flexible and generous company pension plan with various company contribution options (up to 10%) that you can change to suit your personal needs
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Free parking
• Subsidised public transport
• Huge range of company discounts
• 2 volunteering days per year
• Free Virtual GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Care Concierge service

The role

Provide expert manpower planning and deployment support to ensure the right people with the right skills are in place to deliver efficient, compliant, and cost-effective operations that enhance the guest experience. The role requires advanced Microsoft Excel capability and supports multiple Manchester operational teams, with scope subject to change in line with business needs.

What will make you successful in the role?

• Advanced and proven Microsoft Excel expertise, including complex formulas and data manipulation
• Strong experience in resource planning within large-scale operations, applying industry best practice
• Proven capability in demand forecasting and supply optimisation
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Commercially minded problem-solver, able to spot trends, generate ideas and deliver under pressure
• Experience improving performance through more efficient processes or technology
• Flexible, adaptable and highly organised, with strong attention to detail and a positive, proactive attitude