Manager - Airline Partnerships

Manager Airline Partnerships:

Roles & Responsibility:

• Support the implementation and negotiations of partnership initiatives. Liaise with internal stakeholders to resolve issues and implement solutions quickly and effectively.
• Conduct independent analysis and develop reports which clearly communicate and track alliance project progress.  
• Assess emerging international and domestic air transport policies and analyze other airlines' competitive and alliance activities.
• Responsible for Irregularity / Passenger re-protection agreements
• Responsible for communication to relevant departments in IndiGo regarding ongoing commercial agreements.
• Support efforts to obtain approvals from the governments concerned for traffic rights and other regulatory approvals. Contribute to the overall development and management of code share relationships.
• Excellent relationship skills, with demonstrated ability to build long and lasting relationships.
• Highly developed communication (written and verbal), including influencing and conflict resolution skills.
• Support special projects and key assignments on a regular basis.  
• Responsible for the technical, functional, and business implementation and maintenance of all codeshares, interlines and all partnerships projects.
• Manage the IT integration for all partners by managing project timelines, key tasks, and conflict resolution.
• Participates in projects with regards to new system upgrades
• Manage new ACMI projects (Wet/Damp Lease) taken on by the organization
• Should be well versed with operational knowledge for successful implementation of ACMI projects.

Requirements:

• At least 8 years of experience working in an airline or airline consulting environment.
• Graduation is required; preference will be given to candidates with a postgraduate degree in management.
• Should possess comprehensive knowledge of the airline industry and its operations.
• Must be adept with Microsoft Office i.e. Word, Excel and PowerPoint   
• Candidate needs to have good communication and writing skills with strong negotiation skills.
• Should be able to demonstrate high level of autonomy while handling assigned projects.
• Regularly evaluate department processes and provide recommendations to Leadership.