Network Planning & Scheduling Manager at Air Peace

JOB SUMMARY

• The Network Planning & Scheduling Manager is responsible for planning, developing, and optimizing Air Peace's flight network and schedules to maximize revenue, connectivity, and operational efficiency.
• The role ensures that schedules align with market demand, fleet availability, slot allocations, and commercial objectives.
• The Manager oversees schedule development, route performance monitoring, and coordination with commercial, operations, and commercial teams.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Network Planning

• Support the Head of Network Planning in developing the airline's domestic, regional, and international network strategy.
• Analyze market demand, competitor networks, and route profitability to identify new route opportunities.
• Optimize network connectivity, frequencies, and aircraft utilization to maximize revenue and operational efficiency.
• Conduct feasibility studies and scenario analysis for new routes, capacity changes, or network adjustments.

Schedule Development & Optimization

• Develop and maintain flight schedules in line with commercial, operational, and fleet requirements.
• Ensure schedules comply with regulatory requirements, slot allocations, and airport restrictions.
• Collaborate with Revenue Management, Pricing, Operations, and Commercial teams to optimize schedules for revenue and passenger demand.
• Monitor schedule performance and adjust plans to improve load factors and efficiency.

Fleet & Capacity Planning

• Coordinate with Fleet Planning and Operations to ensure aircraft availability aligns with scheduled services.
• Optimize aircraft utilization and rotation to support operational and commercial objectives.
• Analyze capacity deployment and recommend adjustments based on demand and route performance.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Monitor network performance metrics including load factors, revenue, RASK, and on-time performance.
• Prepare reports and presentations for the Head of Network Planning,
• Commercial teams, and management.
• Provide insights to support strategic decision-making on route additions, frequency changes, and schedule optimization.
• Regulatory & Stakeholder Management
• Ensure compliance with slot coordination, bilateral agreements, and airport regulations.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities, airport operators, and external stakeholders regarding slots and scheduling.
• Support internal coordination with Operations Control, Commercial, Revenue Management, and Sales teams.

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage and mentor Network Planning & Scheduling Analysts or associates.
• Allocate responsibilities, review work, and ensure quality and timeliness of schedule plans and analyses.
• Develop team capabilities in network analysis, scheduling, and commercial planning.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Business, Economics, or related field.
• 5—8 years' experience in airline network planning, scheduling, commercial planning, or operations.
• Strong knowledge of airline network planning principles, scheduling software, and revenue management.
• Experience with fleet planning, slot coordination, and route feasibility analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools; familiarity with scheduling software preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of airline network economics.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Attention to detail and high accuracy in planning and reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Leadership and team management capability.
• Strategic thinking and scenario planning expertise.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Schedule accuracy and on-time performance - maintain On-Time Performance (OTP) 2 85% monthly for network departures by ensuring robust schedule planning and disruption mitigation.
• Network profitability and route performance metrics - deliver monthly route performance analysis with 100% on-time submission and recommended optimization actions.
• Aircraft utilization and operational efficiency - maintain an average aircraft utilization of 8.0—9.5 block hours per day across the fleet by year-end.