.International Airlines Group, S.A. is the parent company of Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia, LEVEL and Vueling, combining the leading airline networks in Ireland, Spain and the UK, and has one of the world's leading air-cargo companies, IAG Cargo.IAG provides unparalleled global reach for customers, with close to 600 aircraft flying to 300 airports.IAG GBS enables the Group's transformation efforts, including synergies, across its network, combining skilled procurement knowledge with deep expertise in airport infrastructure, ground operations, lounges, hotels, transportation and fuel.In addition, IAG Airports works with the Group's airlines and supply markets to accelerate the adoption of transformative technology, particularly automation across ground operations.Job DescriptionSenior Manager Airports Automation is responsible for managing the delivery of a portfolio of projects that aim to enhance the customer experience and operational efficiency of airports IAG airlines operate from including Hub and Non Hub. The role will be critical in driving implementation of innovative solutions that leverage emerging technologies such as biometrics, self service, robotics, machine vision and artificial intelligence as well as projects that improve process resulting in benefit to airlines within the group. The role will be critical to accelerating the implementation of automation technologies across our hub and key non-hub airports to industrial scale as part of the transformative change agenda. The role will also ensure alignment with IAG's strategic objectives, business requirements, regulatory standards, and industry best practices. The scope of the role will include both above and below wing projects and will require the ability to think on your feet and adapt to a dynamic environment.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Execute the programme strategy, roadmap and governance framework for airport automation alongside airlines within the group.Laser focused on identifying the benefits within projects and measuring impact.Establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including airport authorities, technology vendors, and regulators.Lead sharing of insights and best practice amongst airlines within the group.Identify opportunities that enable CASK savings within the Hub and Non hub airports whether automation or process related.Lead and motivate a team of project managers, business analysts, technical experts and change managers.Work closely with regional commercial and operational teams both within IAG and within the Airlines to ensure benefits are realised from automation or process improvement projects.Lead innovation funnel from idea through discovery, trial, pilot, implementation and then scaling.Monitor and report on the programme progress, performance, quality and outcomes.Own, develop, finalize category plan, business plan, financial plan and automation program
