Strategic Cargo Network Planner

Virgin Atlantic; Hounslow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Virgin Atlantic is seeking a Specialist - Cargo Network and Flight Planning to optimise cargo capacity across its network. You will analyse bookings, forecast demand and shape plans that maximise uplift while protecting revenue.

The role requires clear, data-driven decision-making and strong stakeholder engagement with Sales, Cargo Operations and partner teams. Based at a hybrid site (Heathrow or Crawley), you will coordinate with cross-functional teams to keep plans aligned, respond quickly to

Qualifications

• Ability to balance competing priorities and make quick informed decisions.
• Strong data interpretation to inform capacity planning and revenue protection.
• Proactive collaboration with Sales, Operations and partners.
• Customer-focused with clear, timely communication.
• Experience in cargo/logistics is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and optimise short-term cargo capacity across the network.
• Balance demand with capacity and overbooking policies.
• Collaborate with Cargo Commercial, Operations, Sales and Revenue teams to align plans.
• Support schedule changes and disruption management with stakeholders.
• Review post-flight data to identify improvements and cost-saving ideas.
• Coordinate offshore processes ensuring quality and timeliness.
• Build relationships with external trucking and freight partners.
• Identify opportunities to optimise the team’s workflow.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Commercial awareness

Clear communication

Decision making under pressure

Job description

Virgin Atlantic is seeking a Specialist - Cargo Network and Flight Planning to optimise cargo capacity across its network. You will analyse bookings, forecast demand and shape plans that maximise uplift while protecting revenue.

The role requires clear, data-driven decision-making and strong stakeholder engagement with Sales, Cargo Operations and partner teams. Based at a hybrid site (Heathrow or Crawley), you will coordinate with cross-functional teams to keep plans aligned, respond quickly to