Executive, Network Planning

Job Description

• Location: RedQ, Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia

• Department: Network Planning

• Entity: Philippines AirAsia

• Status (Full time/part time/contract): Full Time

JOB DESCRIPTION:

YOUR ROLE AS AN EXECUTIVE NETWORK PLANNING (Philippines Focus)

AirAsia is looking for a commercially-driven, analytically sharp, and market-savvy Executive, Network Planning (Philippines Focus) to lead the design, development, and optimisation of our route network to and from Philippines — one of our most strategic and fastest-growing markets.

This role plays a key part in shaping Philippines AirAsia's growth strategy, balancing commercial opportunities with operational feasibility, and driving sustainable profitability.

We are seeking an enthusiastic professional of Filipino nationality with deep market knowledge, native fluency in Tagalog, and strong command of English. You should have a foundational understanding of the Philippines' aviation landscape, passenger trends, competition, and regulatory environment.

As an Executive, Network Planning (Philippines), you will support route evaluations, assist in monitoring route performance, contribute to schedule planning, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners to help execute AirAsia's network strategy. This is a hands-on role, requiring close collaboration with teams across Revenue Management, Scheduling, Regulatory, Government Relations, Airport Partnerships, Marketing, Finance, and Operations.
 

WHAT YOU'LL CHAMPION:

• Support the identification and evaluation of potential new routes by assisting in data gathering and preliminary analysis on market demand, fare trends, competitor activity, and operating costs.

• Assist in the preparation of route performance reviews by collecting and organizing relevant data on route profitability, load factors, and revenue trends.

• Monitor changes in market dynamics such as competitor movements, airline schedules, tourism flows, and geopolitical events, and provide timely updates to the team.

• Prepare and assist in compiling presentations and reports for internal and external stakeholders.

• Responsible for the management of Network Planning data and information collection, including the correct and timely dissemination of files such as the Group Route Rollout, Group Frequency Table and other ad-hoc requests from both internal and external stakeholders

WHO YOU ARE:

• Must be a Filipino citizen to effectively engage with stakeholders, authorities, and partners across the Philippines.

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in aviation related fields, engineering, statistics, economics, or other equivalent qualification

• Understanding of the Philippines aviation landscape and passenger travel patterns.

• Airline / Aviation experience: 2+ years

• Network Planning, Revenue Management, Commercial/Sales: 1+ years

• Management Consulting experience is desirable 

• Knowledge of airline network planning, scheduling, revenue management, sales & distribution along with a sound knowledge of airline economic and financial theory

• Experience with network planning/scheduling software and airline data sources such as PaxIS/MIDT, OAG/Innovata, Infare and ARMS is a plus

• Experience with MS Office in particular Excel and PowerPoint along with database tool knowledge such as SQL, Big Query or Tableau is a plus.

WHERE YOU'LL GO:

Dispatcher to captain, ramp agent to data analyst, brand executive to CEO - these are some Dare To Dream stories of our Allstars. 

Based on your performance and contribution in this role, you'll grow into becoming a Manager for Network Planning. In this role, you will be leading the team and executing AirAsia Network Strategy.

WHAT YOU'LL ENJOY:

•  Physical Wellbeing: Key medical and insurance benefits, maternity expenses, flexible work arrangement, and health and fitness amenities.

• Emotional Wellbeing: Paid time off, wellness programmes, and childcare amenities. 

• Financial Wellbeing: Resources relating to financial, personal skills and career growth programmes.

• Allstars Specials: Free flights, unlimited discounted flights, and exclusive discounts with partners. 

• A unique Allstar culture like no other. 

OUR HIRING PROCESS:

• Application received

• Candidate screening

• Interview(s) and assessment(s)

• Background check and/or other assessments

• Offer and negotiation

GET TO KNOW AIRASIA:

AirAsia has been the World's Best Low-Cost Airline for 14 consecutive years with over 800 million guests flown. We continue to champion dreams, serve the underserved and connect the world and Asean like no other so Now Everyone Can Fly.

GET TO KNOW US:

Our story begins in 2001 with a dream, two planes and a 40 million ringgit debt. You'll know us as the 'Now Everyone Can Fly' airline (if you don't, we're definitely older than you).

Today, we're more than just an airline. We're Capital A - a world-class brand that wears many hats. Our mission is to connect people and transform lives in Asean.

Above all, we're Allstars. We believe in the unbelievable and we dare to dream. We also believe in celebrating all individuals. So no matter your culture and background or if you prefer aisle seat to window seat, we're excited to have you onboard.

We are all different - one talent to another - that is how we rely on our differences. At AirAsia, you will be treated fairly and given all chances to be your best.We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Search Firm Representatives - AirAsia does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place.

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