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 Description: The Senior 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 the 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 processes resulting in benefits to airlines within the group. 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 practices 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 realized 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr
