Manager, Current Program and Slot Management

Company Description

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Our mission is to be the preferred airline for our customers and our team.

Open-mindedness, care for others, intelligence at work, and above all, a good dose of fun allow us to achieve great things every day, like becoming the first international tour operator to obtain Travelife certification for our commitment to sustainable tourism. We have also won the title of best leisure airline in the world multiple times. And this is just the beginning.

Want to join us? As soon as you're hired, you'll enjoy travel privileges to discover the world. You'll also have the opportunity to work in modern and inspiring work environments.

Job Description

The incumbent contributes to the development and optimization of Air Transat's flight programs in the short and medium term (45 days and more window), including code-share agreements, while ensuring operational feasibility and schedule integrity.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design of seasonal flight programs (summer and winter) in collaboration with network development teams
• Update and maintain flight schedules in operational systems (e.g., NetLine)
• Coordinate schedule adjustments and ensure their dissemination to internal and external stakeholders
• Plan and manage the update of code-share and interline programs
• Manage and optimize airport slots in accordance with IATA standards and local regulations
• Collaborate closely with operations teams to integrate operational constraints (aircraft, crew, maintenance, airport)
• Validate operational feasibility and optimize the short-term schedule (rotations, block times, connections, overall performance)
• Adapt planning based on operational hazards (delays, AOG, maintenance)

Qualifications

• Relevant diploma in air transport management, logistics, administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the airline industry (planning, scheduling, or air operations)
• Excellent adaptability in a constantly evolving environment
• Autonomy, sense of initiative, and great rigor in work execution
• Strong communication and inter-team collaboration skills
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines
• Good knowledge of aeronautical operating systems and analysis tools
• Excellent command of MS Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and familiarity with collaborative digital tools and AI (e.g., Copilot)
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies
• Proficiency in spoken and written French and English *

*A good command of French is required for positions in Quebec. The incumbent will frequently communicate in English, both orally and in writing, with colleagues, clients, or other stakeholders, both in Quebec and internationally.

Additional Information

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Employment Equity

Transat is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where equity prevails. We strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and the communities in which we travel. We therefore encourage women, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, Indigenous people, and people with disabilities to apply. Transat will accommodate people with disabilities throughout the selection and hiring process. If you require accommodations, please contact us so that we can appropriately meet your needs together.