Assistant Manager – Business Strategy & Innovation (Aviation Technology)

About the job

The Assistant Manager – Business Strategy & Innovation is responsible for supporting the development and execution of business strategies, new business opportunities, and innovation initiatives that strengthen the company’s competitive position and create sustainable business value.

The role will work across strategy, business analysis, innovation, technology, and project development, with a strong focus on translating market trends and operational challenges into practical business solutions.

The position will also collaborate with internal business units, customers, technology partners, government agencies, and external stakeholders to develop initiatives that improve operational efficiency, service effectiveness, revenue generation, customer experience, and environmental sustainability.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct market, industry, competitor, and technology research to identify trends, risks, and new business opportunities.
• Support strategic planning, business analysis, and development of business cases for new initiatives and investments.
• Evaluate opportunities to improve operational efficiency, customer experience, revenue generation, and sustainability.
• Identify and develop new products, services, digital solutions, and business models.
• Collaborate with technology teams and partners on Proof of Concept (POC), pilot projects, and commercialization activities.
• Analyze business processes and recommend improvements to productivity, service quality, and operational performance.
• Manage strategic and innovation projects from concept through implementation, including planning, coordination, and progress monitoring.
• Develop presentations, proposals, business models, and recommendations for management and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, partners, government agencies, startups, universities, and industry stakeholders.
• Monitor developments in aviation, technology, AI, digital transformation, and sustainability to support business growth initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Technology Management, Aviation Management, Data Analytics, or related fields.
• 4–7 years of experience in strategy, business development, consulting, business analysis, innovation, project management, technology, aviation, or related fields.
• Experience in aviation, airport technology, transportation, infrastructure, digital transformation, or consulting is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop business cases and recommendations.
• Strategic mindset with strong commercial awareness and business acumen.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and business presentation development.
• Curious about emerging technologies, innovation, AI, and new business models.
• Good command of written and spoken English.

Preferred Characteristics:

• Thinks strategically while maintaining a hands-on execution mindset.
• Uses data-driven decision-making and structured problem solving.
• Learns quickly and adapts to new industries, technologies, and business challenges.
• Comfortable working with senior management, operational teams, and external partners.
• Focuses on delivering measurable business outcomes and sustainable value creation.