Job Details
Salary: Competitive per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Flexible working with up to 3 days a week at London Heathrow
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 14th October 2024
Virgin Atlantic is a purpose-led long-haul airline. Committed to protecting the planet, whilst bringing the social and economic benefits of connectivity and trade to the destinations and communities we serve. At Virgin Atlantic, we’re committed to innovation, pioneering change through partnership, and being transparent in our progress. We believe that everyone can take on the world, and we're seeking passionate, customer-focused teammates to join our team at London Heathrow.
In a nutshell
We are seeking a Forecasting and Planning Leader to join our team at Virgin Atlantic team at London Heathrow. In this pivotal role, you will optimize airport operations at London Heathrow through resource planning and allocation. Your exceptional leadership, analytical and communication skills will be highly valued as you develop efficient scheduling and utilization plans. You will be responsible for ensuring smooth and cost-effective operations. This leadership position requires the successful implementation of pivotal initiatives and continuous improvement to benefit our people, customers, and overall performance.
Day to day
- Lead demand planning and resource allocation teams to ensure efficient and effective airport operations.
- Build an inspired and motivated team, setting clear performance expectations and accountabilities.
- Communicate effectively with Team Heathrow employees to build confidence in resource planning efforts.
- Work closely with Airport & Clubhouse leaders and other collaborators to ensure smooth operations.
- Create and maintain operational schedules for various airport functions to maximise resource utilisation.
- Ensure scheduling and allocation decisions align with regulations and safety standards.
- Manage data-driven analysis to improve operational performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives for process optimisation and performance enhancement.
- Implement advanced airport management systems to enhance scheduling accuracy and communication.
About you
- Proven leadership experience managing teams in a dynamic environment.
- Resourceful individual skilled at finding solutions and consistently improving outcomes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Proficiency in specialised software for resource allocation, scheduling, and data analysis is helpful
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective coordination with collaborators.
- Experience in demand planning and utilisation modelling.
- Highly motivated with the ability to inspire and lead a team to success.
- Enthusiastic and thought-provoking approach to comprehending business strategies and inspiring change.
Our recipe for leadership
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Be yourself
Our customers come from all walks of life and so do our colleagues. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. At Virgin Atlantic, we believe everyone can take on the world - no matter your age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs. We celebrate difference and everything that makes our colleagues unique by upholding an inclusive environment in which we can all thrive. So that everyone at Virgin Atlantic can be themselves and know they belong.
To make your journey with us accessible and individual to you, we encourage you to let us know if you’d like a little extra help with your application, or if you have any individual requirements at any stage along your recruitment journey. We are here to support you, so please reach out to our team, ([email protected]) feeling confident that we’ve got your individual considerations covered.