Group Operations Project Manager

Wizz Air is a leading European low-cost airline. Our mission is to provide affordable and reliable air travel to everyone everywhere while minimizing our environmental impact. We are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive team of over 8000 employees from more than 110 nationalities who share our values of inclusivity positivity dedication integrity and sustainability.

As a rapidly expanding airline we offer exciting career opportunities across a range of functions from flight operations to engineering customer experience finance and more. We provide extensive training and development opportunities to help our employees grow and succeed in their roles. Joining Wizz Air means joining a team that is passionate about aviation dedicated to excellence and committed to making air travel accessible and sustainable for all. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the aviation industry we welcome you to explore our job opportunities and become a part of our success story.

Group Operations Project Manager

Based inBudapest

Purpose of the position:

The purpose of this role is to improve operational efficiency across multiple Wizz Air airlines by leading various project teams to introduce new solutions. Group Operations Project Manager will promote the structured project management culture within the organization.

What we offer:

• Base salary and employee bonus scheme
• Unlimited number of significantly discounted and confirmed seating tickets giving access to a continuously growing network of destinations
• Relocation package (if applicable)
• Life insurance
• AYCM sport pass contracting possibility
• Instant impact from any level of the organisation exposure to C-suite management
• Fast career progression internal mobility and talent management supported by training opportunities (Wizz Academy and bespoke trainings)
• True international and multi-cultural work environment passionate driven and diverse teams

Responsibilities:

• Managing cross functional projects to drive transformation and innovation among Wizz Airs Operations functions.
• Ensuring project are being implemented across all Wizz Air airlines (Group Level) while maintaining standardization about their project status reporting and project execution methodologies
• Establishing and leading project teams as per the needs of the particular projects.
• Ensuring clear internal and external communication towards the project stakeholders.
• Coordinate the execution of approved Central Operation Projects carried out by the airlines AOCs and Central organization
• Develop present business cases roadmaps and provide regular updates to the leadership team until the project successfully realizes.
• Support the preparation of quarterly Project Committee meetings
• Ensure Central Operation Projects project closure reporting comparing expected project goals (planned budget timeline forecasted savings success KPIs etc) with actual results and materialized benefit in order to enhance planning and project execution
• Occasionally attend supplier events to explore new efficient solutions business opportunities products with the aim to improve efficiency and foster the business.
• Support and improve further already existing services provided to all Wizz Air airlines.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of work experience with at least 2 years of relevant work experience
• Experience of managing complex projects
• Able to delegate tasks and follow-up the status of the projects
• Bachelors or masters degree
• Fluent spoken / written English
• Self-motivated independent and proactive personality who is willing to take initiative
• Good interpersonal and communications skills
• Great problem solving and organizational skills
• Ability to work well under pressure while ensuring tasks are prioritized and the goals are met
• Strong team player
• Technical skills: Project Management Program management and portfolio oversight Project planning and scheduling tools

When applying please only provide valid information regarding your educational background and certificates as the original documents will be requested during the hiring process.

We look forward to meeting you and learning more about your skills and experience. Join the Wizz Air team and discover the world of opportunities.