Manager - Program Management and Aircraft Configuration

Position Title:

Manager - Program Management and Aircraft Configuration

Job Code

Grade:

D2

Function:

Commercial

Location:

Gurugram

Reports to:

Chief Manager - Program Management and Aircraft Configuration

Role Level:

Manager

• Ownership of aircraft configuration programs – across line-fit aircraft or retrofit programs within the team.
• Provide support in the analysis, design and program management activities and tasks required for aircraft configuration and program management.
• Provide high quality materials, inputs and analysis, including Powerpoint presentations and Excel models to aid senior management decision making.

Commercial Analyst Activities

• Work with various Air India teams across functions to frame business problems, perform analysis, design visualization of results, and develop analytical models to meet strategic and commercial objectives.
• Proactive in data research and analysis and in developing solutions and insight to support the relevant programs.
• Prepare and review reports as directed by reporting managers
• Assist with the preparation of all business presentation, budgets, etc. Presentation to department heads and to CCO.
• Collect, assimilate, and analyze relevant data and use standard processes and tools to help surface and support solutions
• Raise risks and issues to project management for resolution in a timely manner
• Research innovation and trends related to business, industry and economy as directed by team for enhancement of strategic objectives
• Attend periodic governance reviews with suppliers/internal teams, lead discussions and provide inputs to support the business

Any other additional responsibility could be assigned to the role holder from time to time as a standalone project or regular work. The same would be suitably represented in the Primary responsibilities and agreed between the incumbent, reporting officer and HR.

Planning & coordination skills

Strategic Outlook

Data Driven Mindset

Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Analytical skills

Writing and Presentation skills

 Leadership Interfaces

Sub-function Heads

• Work with CXO-1 and their nominees across Air India to frame business problems, perform analysis, design visualization of results, and develop analytical models to meet strategic and commercial objectives

 Internal Interfaces

Cross functional Teams

• Work closely with cross functional teams to understand their functional requirements and integrate these into the programs

External Interface

Third-part Vendors/suppliers

• Extensive interaction at a day-to-day program management level with representatives of aircraft manufacturers and other OEM suppliers

Minimum Education requirements

• Masters/MBA/PGDM/PGP/PG degree in Business, Strategy, Finance, Economics, or any other related field

Experience

Minimum

Desired

• 2+ years of experience as an analyst, supporting strategic and / or program management roles

• 5+ years of experience as an analyst supporting strategic and / or program management roles
• Prior experience in Aviation sector is an advantage