Manager, Network & Schedule Planning

Overview

Are you excited about the prospect of joining a startup organization?

Interested in being a part of the changing skies in Canada and beyond?

Want to work with world-class leaders who have extensive industry know-how?

Curious about how it feels to contribute and join Canada's newest airline while redefining affordable air travel?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are seeking a Manager, Network & Schedule Planning for our Commercial team to join our rapidly expanding, dynamic organization!

WHO WE ARE :

Let your career fly with Lynx Air, Canada's newest ultra-affordable airline. Our mission is to make air travel accessible for all, by offering low-cost, safe and customer-first flying experiences.

With airfares sky-high in Canada, we're here to change the game!

Our brand-new fleet of Boeing 737 MAX planes will take Canadians to select Canadian and USA destinations at an ultra-affordable price point and we're excited to be building our team that will help us get there.

With backing from prominent investors, we're poised to revolutionize the Canadian airline industry.

Join our team and be part of the changing skies of Canadian aviation!

WHAT THE ROLE ENTAILS :

Reporting to the Director of Network & Schedule Planning, the primary responsibility of the Manager, Network & Schedule Planning will be to evaluate and develop the network and high utilization schedule in line with the strategic and financial needs of the business.

This role includes but is not limited to, market and competitor assessment, route selection, capacity allocation, bilateral designations, license approvals, and schedule development / maintenance and slot coordination.

Are you excited about the prospect of joining a startup organization?

Interested in being a part of the changing skies in Canada and beyond?

Want to work with world-class leaders who have extensive industry know-how?

Curious about how it feels to contribute and join Canada's newest airline while redefining affordable air travel?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are seeking a Manager, Network & Schedule Planning for our Commercial team to join our rapidly expanding, dynamic organization!

WHO WE ARE :

Let your career fly with Lynx Air, Canada's newest ultra-affordable airline. Our mission is to make air travel accessible for all, by offering low-cost, safe and customer-first flying experiences.

With airfares sky-high in Canada, we're here to change the game!

Our brand-new fleet of Boeing 737 MAX planes will take Canadians to select Canadian and USA destinations at an ultra-affordable price point and we're excited to be building our team that will help us get there.

With backing from prominent investors, we're poised to revolutionize the Canadian airline industry.

Join our team and be part of the changing skies of Canadian aviation!

WHAT THE ROLE ENTAILS :

Reporting to the Director of Network & Schedule Planning, the primary responsibility of the Manager, Network & Schedule Planning will be to evaluate and develop the network and high utilization schedule in line with the strategic and financial needs of the business.

This role includes but is not limited to, market and competitor assessment, route selection, capacity allocation, bilateral designations, license approvals, and schedule development / maintenance and slot coordination.

Responsibilities

• Designing the optimal network and schedule to deliver on the 5-year business plan.
• Assessing and optimizing the network based on historical and forecast financial performance.
• Developing a fleet and capacity growth plan to deliver on the airline's business plan.
• Assessing the market and the competition in terms of strategic plans, seasonal developments in capacity, analyzing strengths / weaknesses and recommending actions based on the risks and opportunities.
• Assessing and recommending new routes and markets based on strategic fit, financial potential, growth opportunity, risks, and possible entry points.
• Developing route profitability and other financial tools to assess the performance of existing routes based on historical data.
• Develop action plans to improve or withdraw from underperforming routes and to optimize outperforming routes.
• Develop forecasting tools to create short, medium, and long-term forecasts to input into the airline's budgeting and reporting processes.
• Working collaboratively with commercial teams to optimize the revenue generated from the network and adjusting the network and schedule as required.
• Working collaboratively with operations teams to ensure the schedule is efficient and operationally viable, with particular regard to utilization of crew and aircraft resources.
• Loading and managing flight capacity in the scheduling and flight operation systems.
• Securing and maintaining airport slots for future schedules.
• Aligning and managing the communication and approval process between the scheduling and operational departments.
• Securing route permits and / or authorizations in a timely manner.
• Building relationships with airports and third parties (regions, tourism bodies, etc.).
• Designing the optimal network and schedule to deliver on the 5-year business plan.
• Assessing and optimizing the network based on historical and forecast financial performance.
• Developing a fleet and capacity growth plan to deliver on the airline's business plan.
• Assessing the market and the competition in terms of strategic plans, seasonal developments in capacity, analyzing strengths / weaknesses and recommending actions based on the risks and opportunities.
• Assessing and recommending new routes and markets based on strategic fit, financial potential, growth opportunity, risks, and possible entry points.
• Developing route profitability and other financial tools to assess the performance of existing routes based on historical data.
• Develop action plans to improve or withdraw from underperforming routes and to optimize outperforming routes.
• Develop forecasting tools to create short, medium, and long-term forecasts to input into the airline's budgeting and reporting processes.
• Working collaboratively with commercial teams to optimize the revenue generated from the network and adjusting the network and schedule as required.
• Working collaboratively with operations teams to ensure the schedule is efficient and operationally viable, with particular regard to utilization of crew and aircraft resources.
• Loading and managing flight capacity in the scheduling and flight operation systems.
• Securing and maintaining airport slots for future schedules.
• Aligning and managing the communication and approval process between the scheduling and operational departments.
• Securing route permits and / or authorizations in a timely manner.
• Building relationships with airports and third parties (regions, tourism bodies, etc.).

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant Network / Scheduling experience with at least 2 years in a managerial capacity.
• Completed university or college degree.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Business mindset and ability to synthesize information into recommendations.
• Excellent oral and written presentation skills.
• Team-work and strong interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to travel as required away from Head Office.

WHAT YOU WILL GET FROM US :

• Industry competitive salary.
• The chance to be part of building something from the ground up. Aggressive growth plans of the organization mean there is no limit to how far you can grow your career with the organization.
• An environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
• Open and collaborative work environment. You bring your great ideas, and we will put them into action.
• Comprehensive benefits plan including dental, vision, and paramedical coverage.
• The opportunity to travel where we fly. Not only do you get to travel standby on our airline, but we allow you to share that privilege with 6 unrestricted designates.

We're an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that places value on the strength that diversity brings to the workplace and that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind.

Our employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We encourage all applicants who meet the requirements for the role to apply.

Interviews will be commencing right away, so don't hesitate and apply today to be part of Canada's changing aviation landscape! Cover letters are not required.

• 5+ years of relevant Network / Scheduling experience with at least 2 years in a managerial capacity.
• Completed university or college degree.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Business mindset and ability to synthesize information into recommendations.
• Excellent oral and written presentation skills.
• Team-work and strong interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to travel as required away from Head Office.

WHAT YOU WILL GET FROM US :

• Industry competitive salary.
• The chance to be part of building something from the ground up. Aggressive growth plans of the organization mean there is no limit to how far you can grow your career with the organization.
• An environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
• Open and collaborative work environment. You bring your great ideas, and we will put them into action.
• Comprehensive benefits plan including dental, vision, and paramedical coverage.
• The opportunity to travel where we fly. Not only do you get to travel standby on our airline, but we allow you to share that privilege with 6 unrestricted designates.

We're an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that places value on the strength that diversity brings to the workplace and that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind.

Our employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We encourage all applicants who meet the requirements for the role to apply.

Interviews will be commencing right away, so don't hesitate and apply today to be part of Canada's changing aviation landscape! Cover letters are not required.