HEAD OF RESOURCE OPTIMIZATION

Job title:

HEAD OF RESOURCE OPTIMIZATION

Company

Scandinavian Airlines

Job description

About the RoleWe are looking for a driven and analytical individual with proven leadership experience to take on the role of Head of Resource Optimization at SAS. You need to be someone with a solid analytical background, a collaborative attitude, and a passion for continuous improvement .
In this role, you will lead the Resource Optimization team, which is responsible for mid- to long-term crew planning (1-36 months). You’ll play a key part in ensuring that our crew planning is safe, cost-efficient, robust, and aligned with a high quality of life for our employees.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliverables & Performance

• Ensure crew resource plans comply with OM-A, CBAs, SLAs, and agreements with AOCs
• Drive the team’s delivery against key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Responsible for Resource Optimization deliveries in budget- and forecasting processes
• Own team reporting and performance tracking
• Maintain deep understanding of the team’s planning metrics and outputs
• Lead collaboration with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., AOCs, Network Planning, Base Management, Crew Systems Support)

Strategic Development

• Drive the team’s role in SAS’s broader Resource Management transformation agenda
• Ensure processes are documented, followed, and continuously improved
• Promote collaboration across teams and departments
• Foster knowledge sharing, implementation of best practices, and team alignment
• Lead initiatives in standardization, digitalization, and automation
• Represent Resource Managament in cross-functional projects, forums, and steering groups

Leadership

• Lead and develop the team of Resource Optimizers
• Make personnel decisions and invest in team members’ professional and personal growth
• Raise competence through internal development and external training opportunities

Experience

• 5-8 years of relevant professional experience in analytical or operations-driven roles
• More than 3 years experience within resource management in the field of transportation.
• Proven leadership skills is a requirement.
• Higher academic education (M.Sc. or equivalent) in engineering, economics, mathematics, or similar fields

Key

• Leadership and people development abilities
• Experience leading complex projects with multiple stakeholders
• Airline industry or operations planning experience is a strong advantage
• Understanding of optimization techniques and tools is highly beneficial.

Skills and Personal AttributesSkills

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Worked with CMS Manpower is highly meriting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced user of MS Office tools, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Fluent in written and spoken Business English

Personal Attributes

• Results-driven with strategic thinking and business acumen
• A natural coach with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Eager to grow and take on new leadership responsibilities
• Highly structured, detail-oriented, and organized
• Positive, collaborative, and open-minded
• Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced, change-oriented environment
• Calm under pressure, humble in leadership

Other of ImportanceAt SAS, we offer extensive opportunities for professional development in an international, fast-paced working environment. We are dedicated to the continuous growth of our employees. Working with us comes with a variety of benefits, including:

• Travel Perks: Enjoy discounted travel opportunities around the world with SAS.
• Health & Wellness: Access to health and wellness benefits, including a newly renovated gym with complimentary classes such as CrossFit and yoga.
• Discounts: Receive discounts from a wide range of brands, as well as on transportation to and from airports, airport shops, hotels, and car rentals.
• Work Environment: Our office location in Frösundavik offers a vibrant workspace with a restaurant, café, and easy access to outdoor activities in Hagaparken and Brunnsviken. Engage in running, tennis, outdoor gym sessions, kayaking, and stand-up paddling with equipment available free of charge.
• Convenient Commute: Benefit from a non-stop bus service connecting our office to Central Station, Solna station, and commuter trains, alongside a network of cycle paths.

Is this you? If so, come fly with us!Do you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact hiring manager Linnéa Lyrbäck, Linnea.Lyrback@sas.se.Please note that due to the holiday season, response times may be slightly longer than usual.Last day of application is 2025-08-11. The Interview process may start before the last day of application.SAS, Scandinavia’s leading airline since 1946, operates from its principal hub at Copenhagen Airport (CPH), complemented by hubs in Oslo (OSL) and Stockholm (ARN). Our mission is to connect Scandinavia with the world and the world with Scandinavia. Each year, SAS serves more than 25 million passengers and transports 55 tons of cargo to 135 destinations across Europe, the USA, and Asia. With a passionate workforce of over 10,000 colleagues, we collaborate with partners and customers to drive transformative changes in aviation. We are committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, embodying the visionary spirit of our founders: “To move from the old to what is about to come, is the only tradition worth keeping”. Innovation and societal progress are at the heart of everything we do. For more information, visit our website at www.flysas.com or follow us on social media for the latest updates and promotions.

Expected salary

Location

Solna, Stockholm

Job date

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 22:54:38 GMT

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