dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Established in 1959, the company ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently in 129 airports. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 35 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. Each day, the company handles over 1,900 flights, moves over 8,500 tons of cargo, books over 16,000 hotel stays, and uplifts over 320,000 meals.

We are seeking a Resource Planning Analyst for our Dulles (IAD) Airport location. 

salary $70,000-$75,000

A Resource Planning Analyst is responsible for forecasting workloads and providing staffing to meet those demands, and will be expected to develop operational plans relating to staff, budget, and more, as a Part of a Team. The successful candidate must be organized, proactive, and strong communicators, and requires forecasting, communicating with different departments, and addressing the critical resource requirements of our organization.

• Working with staff from other departments as necessary to collect and summarize data.
• Routinely reviewing data and schedules to identify gaps, inconsistencies, and errors to address
them properly.
• Using computer software programs to manipulate data extracted.
• Sending out daily, weekly, and monthly reports to key company executives and leadership team.
• Supporting software development deployment activities.
• Creates metrics to provide teams and the organization with relevant feedback.
• Escalating risks, issues and roadblocks.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• 2 years of experience related to Technology and Business/Systems Analysis preferred.
• Ground Handling/Aviation experience preferred.
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competency with MS Excel, Word, Power Point.
• Knowledge of data analysis, data modeling, and data mapping is a plus.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to analyze a product or process and recommend
improvements.
• Possesses the ability to see the big picture without losing sight of the details.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lead and manage a team
• Ability to plan, be alert, and resolve unexpected problems quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to work as a part of a team and independently.
• Ability to learn and share knowledge with other team members.
• Strong communication, organization, and planning skills.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions, provided such accommodations do not create an undue hardship for the Company.