Director of Network and Airline Partnerships📣 Job Ad

About flyadeal and the Role

flyadeal is seeking a Director of Network and Airline Partnerships to join its team in Jeddah or Makkah, within the Makkah region. This full-time position is central to leading strategic initiatives related to route planning, network optimization, and overall network strategy for the airline.

Role Purpose and Scope

The Director of Network and Airline Partnerships plays a critical role in enhancing flyadeal's network and revenue generation. This involves comprehensive analysis of market trends, thorough assessment of competition, and the development of strategic plans to ensure the airline's continued growth and profitability within the dynamic aviation landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement long-term strategic plans for the airline's network and commercial operations.
• Develop revenue forecasts to support network planning and scheduling decisions.
• Manage the budget for network planning and scheduling manpower and activities.
• Monitor financial performance against budget and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend strategies to improve financial performance.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to identify opportunities and threats.
• Evaluate and optimize the airline's route network for efficiency and profitability.
• Create and maintain flight schedules, ensuring optimal utilization of aircraft and crew resources.
• Conduct market research to identify potential new routes and slots, and assess the feasibility of route expansion or withdrawal.
• Implement key performance indicators (KPIs) and targets to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of network and commercial strategies.
• Regularly review performance metrics and processes, adjusting plans as needed to achieve business goals.
• Ensure the utilization of advanced scheduling software and optimization tools to enhance schedule reliability and efficiency.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize the impact of potential challenges.
• Lead airline partnerships with Saudia and other airlines.
• Oversee government and bilateral relations.
• Manage internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of extensive experience in airline network planning, commercial strategy, or a closely related field is required.

Strategic Leadership

This role demands a leader capable of driving strategic initiatives that shape flyadeal's future network. It involves not only internal operational excellence but also critical external engagement, including fostering key airline partnerships and managing essential government and bilateral relations to support the airline's strategic objectives.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the qualifications and are interested in this opportunity are encouraged to apply.