Manager, Business & Strategic Planning

Piedmont Airlines, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

401(k)

Paid training

Vacation

Job summary

Piedmont Airlines, Inc. is seeking a motivated Manager, Business & Strategic Planning to lead financial and operational analysis, cost performance, and productivity initiatives.

You will develop labor models, scenarios, and business cases to enable strategic decisions. The role partners with Finance, Operations, and other leaders, driving forecasting, budgeting, and KPI reporting, with dashboards and executive-level presentations to communicate performance and opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Data Analytics, or another relevant field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in financial planning and analysis, business planning, operational finance, strategy, data analytics, or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial, operational, and productivity analysis to identify trends, performance gaps, cost drivers, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Partner withFinance, Operations, and functional leaders to develop and execute business and strategic planning initiatives aligned with organizational priorities.
• Develop and maintain labor and productivity models that provide insight into staffing requirements, operational performance, and cost efficiency.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning by providing analysis of productivity, labor, cost drivers, and strategic initiatives.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), performance scorecards, and management reporting to measure productivity, efficiency, financial performance, and progress against organizational objectives.
• Lead the development of dashboards and executive-level presentations that clearly communicate business performance, trends, risks, opportunities, and recommended actions.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Establish financial and operational baselines, expected benefits, implementation milestones, and success measures for productivity and strategic initiatives.
• Track initiatives from business case through implementation and benefits realization, identifying gaps between projected and actual results and recommending corrective actions when necessary.
• Validate realized cost savings, cost avoidance, productivity improvements, and other business benefits in partnership with FP&A, Accounting, Operations, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Financial planning

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial modeling

Labor modeling

Analytics

Cross-functional leadership

Executive communication

Excel proficiency

BI dashboards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business

5 years of related work experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

We can’t wait to share our passion for aviation with you! Join a team that works hard, cares for each other and offers plenty of opportunities to grow.At Piedmont Airlines, our strength is the way we deliver industry-leading service to our customers and airline partners. To continue our standard of excellence, Piedmont is seeking a motivated and forward-thinking leader to join our team as Manager, Business & Strategic Planning. The Manager, Business & Strategic Planning is responsible for leading financial and operational analysis, business planning, productivity initiatives, and performance measurement to support the organization's strategic and financial objectives. This role partners with Finance, Operations, and other cross-functional leaders to identify opportunities to improve cost performance, productivity, and operational efficiency. The Manager leads the development of financial and labor models, performance reporting, business cases, and key performance indicators that enable informed decision-making. A key responsibility of this position is ensuring that identified productivity and efficiency opportunities translate into measurable business results by establishing expected benefits, tracking implementation, validating realized savings and operational improvements, and incorporating results into forecasts and business plans. The successful candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study coupled with five years of progressively responsible work experience in a related field. This position will report to the Senior Director, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A).Essential Duties:Lead financial, operational, and productivity analysis to identify trends, performance gaps, cost drivers, risks, and opportunities for improvementPartner with Finance, Operations, and functional leaders to develop and execute business and strategic planning initiatives aligned with organizational prioritiesLead the development of business cases, financial models, scenario analyses, and recommendations supporting strategic and operational decisionsDevelop and maintain labor and productivity models that provide insight into staffing requirements, operational performance, and cost efficiencySupport annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning by providing analysis of productivity, labor, cost drivers, operational assumptions, and strategic initiativesEstablish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), performance scorecards, and management reporting to measure productivity, efficiency, financial performance, and progress against organizational objectivesLead the development of dashboards and executive-level presentations that clearly communicate business performance, trends, risks, opportunities, and recommended actionsIdentify opportunities to streamline processes, improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance organizational effectivenessPartner with cross-functional teams to prioritize and implement productivity, cost-efficiency, and process-improvement initiativesEstablish financial and operational baselines, expected benefits, implementation milestones, and success measures for productivity and strategic initiativesTrack initiatives from business case through implementation and benefits realization, identifying gaps between projected and actual results and recommending corrective actions when necessaryValidate realized cost savings, cost avoidance, productivity improvements, and other business benefits in partnership with FP&A, Accounting, Operations, and other stakeholdersEnsure realized benefits and changes in business assumptions are appropriately reflected in forecasts, budgets, and long-range plansMaintain visibility into the organization's portfolio of productivity and efficiency initiatives, including expected value, realized value, timing, risks, and implementation statusProvide data-driven recommendations to senior leadership and effectively communicate complex financial and operational information to financial and non-financial stakeholdersSupport strategic projects and enterprise initiatives through financial analysis, business planning, project coordination, and performance measurementPromote the effective use of automation, artificial intelligence, business intelligence, and analytics tools to improve productivity, reporting, and decision-makingDevelop standardized methodologies, tools, and processes for business planning, financial modeling, productivity analysis, benefits realization, and performance reportingManage, coach, and develop team members; establish priorities, provide guidance, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality analysis and reportingFoster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvementJob Qualifications and Competencies:Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Data Analytics, or another relevant fieldFive (5) years of progressively responsible experience in financial planning and analysis, business planning, operational finance, strategy, data analytics, or a related fieldStrong financial acumen with demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, labor modeling, and business-case developmentDemonstrated experience developing, implementing, or measuring productivity, cost-efficiency, or continuous-improvement initiativesStrong understanding of benefits realization, including establishing financial baselines, measuring results, and distinguishing sustainable savings from cost avoidance or timing differencesAdvanced analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business recommendationsDemonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders without direct authorityStrong business partnership skills with the ability to work effectively with operational and senior leadershipExcellent written, verbal, presentation, and executive communication skillsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelingProficiency with Business Intelligence tools and experience developing dashboards, reports, and data visualizationsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environmentStrong attention to detail while maintaining a broader strategic and enterprise perspectiveAbility to constructively challenge existing processes and drive meaningful changeExperience leveraging technology, automation, and analytics to improve business processes and organizational productivityDemonstrated commitment to developing team members and creating an environment of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvementPreferred Qualifications:Master of Business Administration (MBA), equivalent advanced degree, or professional certificationExperience implementing AI-driven solutions in financial planning or operational processesPrior leadership experience managing teams in a dynamic environmentWork Environment:Standard office environment, use of telephones, computers, and other office equipmentSome travel may be requiredPhysical Requirements: Occasional lifting up to 25 poundsThe above statements provide a brief description of the general nature of work performed and are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Duties and expectations are subject to change as needed.Employment is contingent upon a clear driving record, 10-year Criminal History Records Check, and drug screen as required. We also require proof of high school or GED completion. Minimum 18 years of age.Benefit package includes paid training, holiday pay, 401(k), vacation, and family travel on the American Airlines network. Medical and dental available.Starting Rate:$90,000.00/Annual Salary - 120,000.00/Annual Salary (Based on locale and experience)Piedmont Airlines, Inc. is committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and making all employment decisions based on business needs and job-related qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.In addition to a competitive salary, we offer bonuses awarded in accordance with company policies and applicable criteria.Job Application Deadline:October 19, 2026Please note that job postings expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on the day before the job application deadline. Ensure your application is submitted on time to be considered for the position.