Strategy & Analytics Consultant

Description

Department: Network Planning

Our 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:
Job Summary
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. T he Strategy & Analytics Consultant helps Southwest deliver on our Purpose by leading and conducting research and analysis intended to understand Southwest Airlines operations and provid ing ideas to develop, enhance, and improve performance. This Consultant a pplies analytical, technical skills , and business/operational knowledge to lead the T eam in solving business problems. They d emonstrate a deep understanding of the interaction between different areas within the C ompany , and they’re capable of visualizing cohesive strategies that can be executed across multiple T eams. This role u nderstands data sets, business concepts , and operational processes while being capable of preparing and presenting the T eam’s work to Senior Leadership.

Additional details:
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 onsite on our Corporate Campus 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 .

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.

Responsibilities:
Provide the research and analysis of trends while helping the development of new strategies, processes, tools and reports

Involved in understanding, improving and sharing available data sets with other teams within the business

Leverage his/hers and the team’s technology skills (SQL, Alteryx, Python, R, Tableau, Big Data Concepts) and business knowledge to provide answers to business requests

Transform raw data into easily understood, presentable, and actionable findings

Involved in the development and improvement of models and processes including supporting their downline implementation

Facilitate and share technical guidance on principles and topics to groups around the business

Conduct analysis using optimization and other available tools to create and compare scenarios offering insights into how different ideas perform

Utilize appropriate data management procedures including privacy standards.

Ability to perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of Southwest Airlines operations

Knowledge of SQL (Oracle, Teradata, PostgreSQL)

Highly skilled in attention to detail

Skilled in taking initiative, demonstrating ownership and accountability

Skilled in continuous improvement and complex problem solving

Ability to make decisions in an ambiguous environment

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to teach data, tools, techniques and business knowledge to junior team members

Ability to work under pressure and juggle multiple tasks working as a team player with little supervision

Ability to interpret data, draw implications and adjust the analysis approach as required

Ability to clearly communicate complex principles like schedule design elements, work rules and business processes to all audiences both verbal and in writing

Ability to develop and deliver presentations to large audiences including senior leadership

Ability to present to a critical audience and handle situations with conflict

Ability to comprehend and manage optimization software and any other available tool to interpret results and create iterative processes for improvement

Ability to properly manage highly sensitive and confidential information

Ability to demonstrate a deep understanding of organization, philosophies, and procedures around the different areas involved in the operation Education
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Experience
Advanced level experience, seasoned and specialized knowledge in:
Network Planning or Airline Operations
Data collection, applied statistics, business analysis, and presentation
Microsoft Office Suite. Expert Excel and Power Point skills
Proven expertise in presenting to Senior Leaders
Alteryx or other data manipulation software
Tableau or other data visualization software
Licensing/Certifications
NA
Physical Abilities
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
Other Qualifications
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

Pay & Benefits:
Competitive market salary from $102,500 - $113,900 per year * depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the Company.

Benefits you’ll love:

• 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
• 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

• 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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