(X206) - Network Planning Product Manager Barcelona Barcelona, Catalonia, ES WELCOME TO SITA. SITA is the leading specialist in air transport communications and information technology. We don't just connect the global aviation industry; we apply decades of experience and expertise to address almost every core business, operational, baggage, and passenger process in air transport. As an organization, we cover 95% of all international air travel destinations and work with over 2,800 air transport and government customers in every corner of the globe. Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of technology while embracing our collaborative, and inclusive culture. SITA's Aircraft Business Unit makes flight operations, air traffic management, and aircraft maintenance more sustainable and efficient by enabling collaboration between people and organizations in the air transport industry through:Communication – connecting aircraft and people around the world.Data Platform - Turning aircraft data into valuable insight for the entire industry.Applications – Empowering the industry with user-friendly tools that make flight operations more sustainable and efficient.Ready to redefine air travel? The journey starts here, with you at SITA.ABOUT THE ROLEFor the last 4 decades, SITA has operated a global network of 2,500 stations worldwide, across 172 countries providing services to 250 airlines and connecting 18,000 aircraft. We are looking for a Network Planning Product Manager with mobile network deployment experience to define and lead our network deployment strategy worldwide. Reporting to the Head of the Aircraft Communications Portfolio, the Network Planning Product Manager is overall responsible for the following key activities:Develop and execute a network deployment strategic plan.Form and advocate a product vision, based on experience, customers' needs, internal feedback, business rationales, technical constraints, and budget.Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and partners.Ensure network solutions and services are aligned with SITA's business goals and objectives.You will strongly interact with various functions within SITA such as Network Design Engineering teams, Network Infrastructure teams, Commercial teams, Customer Operations, and Customer Support teams, and other colleagues across the company, located in 20+ countries (Canada, United States, France, Switzerland, Germany, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, Spain).WHAT YOU WILL DO:Plan and develop a deployment strategy for the Telecom Network and define the best setup for the stations to optimize network performance and capacity.Analyze the current network capacity and growth projections and align with the business commitments to propose improvements.Drive the prioritization of the deployment based on backlog, deployment strategy, and budget.Define and track KPI reporting pre and post-deployment.Define, drive and monitor yearly and long-term budget.Support roadmap and customer projects and enforce technical standards for quality, maintainability, scalability, availability, and security of the network infrastructure, ensuring deployment plan is aligned with the industry and customer needs, and in line with SITA's commitments.Specify business requirements to support functional and/or technical design of a solution and serve as a liaison with subject matter experts.Drive, monitor and maintain suppliers and partners' relationships and contracts.Support the investigation on Regulation, Licensing, Certification, Partnering needs in different countries.Support sales, technical, and customer-facing teams including for pre-sales activities, Project Management, developing technical and business presentations.Maintain and share expert working knowledge of current state network technologies, services, and research emerging technology trends.QualificationsEXPERIENCE: A relevant University degree/technical certification, and/or relevant experience commensurate to the role, 5+ years' experience in Telecom network technology, 2+ years of product management/business management experience, Expert knowledge in major network technologies, current and trends, Development and maintenance of business cases, market opportunity assessment, Partner and Supplier Relationship Management, Excellent organizational, time planning, and prioritization management skills, Presentation and reporting capabilities, Fluent oral and written English, French is a plus.NICE-TO-HAVE: Knowledge of network protocols and hardware, RF/VHF communications technologies is an asset, Experience in Air Transport is a plus.WHAT WE OFFER: SITA's workplace is all about diversity, many different countries and cultures are represented in our workforce. We collaborate in our impressive offices, embracing a hybrid work format. As part of our global benefits, we offer:Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your Team's needs).Flex Day: You may wish to flex your arrival time at the office to beat rush hours or leave earlier for personal commitments.Flex-Location: Enjoy up to 30 workdays of benefits, anywhere in the world!Employee Wellbeing: Benefit from the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provided by SITA, a yearly free service offering practical advice in various aspects of your life.Professional Development: Enhance your skills with our training platforms, inclusive of LinkedIn Learning!Competitive Benefits: Access competitive benefits tailored to the local market and your employment status.SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify in the application process.
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