Wizz Air is a leading European low-cost airline. Our mission is to provide affordable and reliable air travel to everyone, everywhere, while minimizing our environmental impact. We are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive team of over 8,000 employees from more than 110 nationalities, who share our values of inclusivity, positivity, dedication, integrity, and sustainability.
As a rapidly expanding airline, we offer exciting career opportunities across a range of functions, from flight operations to engineering, customer experience, finance, and more. We provide extensive training and development opportunities to help our employees grow and succeed in their roles. Joining Wizz Air means joining a team that is passionate about aviation, dedicated to excellence, and committed to making air travel accessible and sustainable for all. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the aviation industry, we welcome you to explore our job opportunities and become a part of our success story.
AOC Business and Operations Analytics Manager
Based in Budapest
Purpose of the role
AOC Business and Operations Analytics Manager drives strategic planning, performance management, and cost optimization initiatives for Wizz Air. The role requires strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of aviation operations, and the ability to foster cross-functional collaboration to align operational goals with business objectives.
Responsibilities
- Develop the annual operations plan, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and cost targets
- Collaborate across departments to establish operational goals and implement cost-saving initiatives
- Monitor and analyze monthly performance against the operating plan
- Provide insights and recommendations for corrective actions to meet or exceed performance targets
- Oversee costs and spending across operational areas, conducting in-depth variance analyses
- Identify root causes of deviations from the operating plan and oversee corrective measures with the respective business owners
- Identify, prioritize, and coordinate projects to improve cost efficiency and operational effectiveness
- Drive standardization initiatives across operational areas to enhance efficiency
- Foster collaboration and communication among operational departments for a cohesive approach
- Collaborate with IT and BI teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality
Experience
- 3-5+ years overall working experience, with 2+ years of relevant experience
- Proven experience in business planning, performance management, and cost analysis, preferably in the aviation industry
Hard skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Flexibility to travel as required away from Head Office
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Analytics, Aviation Management, or related field. Masters degree preferred.
Language
Fluent spoken / written English
Skills and competencies
- Growth mindset and can-do attitude
- Ability to synthesize information into recommendations
- Good oral and written presentations skills
- Teamwork and strong interpersonal skills
- Flexibility to travel as required away from Head Office
When applying, please only provide valid information regarding your educational background and certificates, as the original documents will be requested during the hiring process.
We look forward to meeting you and learning more about your skills and experience. Join the Wizz Air team and discover the world of opportunities.
