Job Description

Position Title:
Senior Associate - Interline/Codeshare
Job Code:
-
Grade:
E2
Function:
Commercial
Location:
Gurugram
Reports to:
Chief Manager - Interline/Codeshare
Role Level:
Senior Associate

• Job Purpose

• To drive the development, execution and management of Air India's interline and codeshare partnerships, in-line with Air India's alliance strategy and compliance standards.

• Manage all system-related activities for codeshare implementation, including configuration, testing, and the integration of codeshare schedules into Air India's reservation and operational systems.

• Key Accountabilities

Partnership Support

• Take active ownership in maintaining and developing relationships with airline partners.

Agreement Management

• Under the guidance of the Head - Interline / Codeshare, take the lead in negotiating and managing interline and codeshare agreements, ensuring they are aligned with Air India's alliance strategy and compliant with international regulations.
• Periodically review the agreements to ensure they are in-line with the current market practices and Air India's alliance strategy

Operational Coordination

• Aid in the coordination between the Pricing and Revenue Management teams to implement effective pricing strategies.
• Collaborate with Network Planning and Revenue Management teams for timely implementation of codeshare flight schedules in the Sabre Codeshare Manager and GDS.
• Actively work with Digital & IT, Network, Sales and Revenue Management teams to implement the codeshare agreements

Performance Analysis

• Monitor and report on key financial and operational metrics related to partnerships, providing insights for strategic decision-making.

Compliance and Evaluation

• Evaluate the viability of existing partnerships and ensure that all agreements are up-to-date and comply with regulatory standards.

• Skills Required for the role

Analytical and Research Abilities
Communication Skills
Supportive Collaboration
Adaptability and Willingness to Learning
Detail-Oriented
Negotiation Skills
Regulatory Knowledge
Technical Knowledge

• Key Interfaces

Internal Interfaces
Head - Interline/Codeshare

• Directly report and own specific interline / codeshare discussions under guidance.
• Provide support and updates on project progress.

Revenue Management and Pricing

• Syndicate on pricing discussions with partners to ensure alignment with Air India's fare / pricing strategy.
• Coordinate efforts to integrate strategic alliances with revenue optimization initiatives.

Marketing and Loyalty Teams

• Work collaboratively to leverage partnerships within marketing campaigns and loyalty programs.

Legal

• Ensure legal compliance in contract drafting and negotiations

External Interfaces
Partner Airlines

• Assist in managing relationships and negotiating terms for interlines and codeshares.

Regulatory Authorities

• Ensure all partnership agreements and operations comply with applicable laws.

• Educational and Experience Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Aviation Management, International Relations, or a related field.

Minimum Requirement
Desired
Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in the aviation industry, particularly in roles related to interline, codeshare agreements, or alliance management.
• Hands-on knowledge of reservations and DCS system.

• 5+ years of experience in an airline environment with exposure to airline alliances and a background in handling partnership agreements.
• Knowledge of Altea Reservations, Altea DCS and Sabre Codeshare manager.

Skills Required