Southwest Airlines
Planning Consultant
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Job Description
- Req#: R-2023-36756
The culture of Southwest Airlines means we embrace a flexible workplace and value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. This role is a hybrid position based out of our Corporate Campus in Dallas, TX, which requires Employees to work at a Company facility at least three days a week. The Department designates the specific three days of the week Employees must work on-site.
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. is required , and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.
- Maintain positive relationships with all internal and external Customers to ensure that all Southwest Business planning activities are adequately informed and are performed in a collaborative manner
- Perform ad hoc research and analysis on Southwest Business potential project pipeline and portfolio to assist with driving decisions when necessary
- Perform and maintain any standard reporting as needed
- Perform project oversight to ensure that Team work is planned, executed, and reported on in a timely manner with high quality
- Collaborate with Leaders/counterparts throughout the Department
- Initiate, review, and execute project plans and associated project management activities
- Facilitate requirement gathering and process mapping to drive clear scope and capabilities
- Influence project Teams and their Stakeholders to stay on track and on budget
- Support change leadership and continuous improvement activities
- Connect information and thoughts into patterns by listening, learning, and researching
- May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders
- Knowledge of strategic and financial analysis
- Ability to have proven analytical and quantitative skills
- Ability to assume a high level of responsibility and provide direction in a Team-oriented environment
- Ability to properly manage highly sensitive and confidential information
- Ability to contend with the range and complexity of large departmental/business problems
- Ability to plan and drive complex projects and moderately complex programs to completion
- Ability to partner and work effectively with managers and Directors to develop and implement departmental plans
- Ability to have strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate complex issues in a structured and concise manner
- Required - High School Diploma or GED
- Advanced-level experience, seasoned and specialized knowledge in:
- Project management including business case development, communication plans, process mapping and team facilitation
- Identifying project risks and potential solutions
- Understanding financial or analytical analysis
- Communicating and influencing peers and project team Stakeholders
- N/A
- Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of time
- Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
- Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
- Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
- Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
- Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
- Up to a 9.3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of your eligible pay, per paycheck**
- Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement -when Southwest profits, you profit***
- Explore more Benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
Department:
Southwest BusinessOur Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.Job Description:
The People of Southwest Airlines come together to deliver on our Purpose, which is to connect People to what’s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. The Planning Consultant invests in our Purpose by supporting the long-term strategy development, annual planning, and project management for Southwest Business. This role partners with Department Leadership and Planning & Strategy Team Members to lead strategic roadmap initiatives to meet our revenue targets for the Company. The Planning Consultant is a strategic thinker and skilled communicator who is excited about the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of Southwest Airlines.
Additional details:
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.
ResponsibilitiesKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesEducationExperienceLicensing/CertificationPhysical Abilities•
Other QualificationsPay & Benefits
Competitive market salary from $97,750.00 per year to $108,600.00 per year* depending on qualifications and experience, with opportunity for future pay increases based on performance and market movement. For eligible leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company.
Benefits you’ll love:
*Pay amount doesn’t guarantee employment for any particular period of time
**401(k) match contributions are subject to the plan’s vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits
***ProfitSharing contributions are subject to plan’s vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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