Route Analyst

Job Description

Join us on the journey... We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Route Analyst working on a hybrid basis from our Head Office in Birmingham.The purpose of the role is to ensure that there is an optimal balance of revenue and passenger growth on the core network, using advancedanalytical skills to produce and implement thorough strategies to improve performance. It requires liaising with members of other teams to ensure that we have a complete understanding prior to making critical commercial decisions.What youll do...Day-to-day pricing changes, including reviewing upcoming peak services and amending the price when necessary.Reviewing changes to our booking trends by flow and service, using this insight to drive yield and passenger growth with pricing.Reviewing periods of key events, such as sporting ties or large concerts, and ensuring that we price appropriately.Forecasting and quantifying benefit seen from transport disruption and events, ensuring that appropriate marketing support is present when necessary.Quantifying impact of network changes, ensuring these are accounted for in reports and that these are taken into account when reviewing pricing.Developing pricing strategies for routes and flows, in peak and off-peak periods and by day of weekDefining when pricing strategies should be reviewed and reassessed..What youll need...Graduate calibre. A Mathematics/Economics/Statistics degreewould be beneficial.Microsoft Excel, advanced essential skills include using formulas as well as Pivot tables and charts. Some knowledge of VBA/Macro recording ideal and somebase knowledge of data platforms and their benefits.Commercial acumen is essential to the role, understanding price matching and competitive pricing.Revenue management, the ability to strategize pricing and implement the changes required confidently and accurately.Demonstrable experience of statistical analysis desirable.Demonstrable experience in communicating with stakeholders at all levels.Report writing.Proficiency in MS Word, Google suite - proficient.What we offer in return for your hard work and commitment...Free Bus & Coach travel for yourselfComplimentary coach travel for a Nominated Person or complimentary bus travel for a Spouse or Partner50% discount for friends and family on full fares on our coach servicesCompany pensionLife AssuranceAccess to NX Health BusEmployee Assistance ProgrammeVariety of deals and discounts available through NX online portalNational Express is proud to be a Disability Committed organisation. We therefore welcome applications from disabled candidates. Please let us know in your application if you have any accessibility needs.Things to Note... At National Express, we are really proud of our health and safety record and as a result, we operate a Drugs and Alcohol Policy which is applicable to all employees.As part of your initial assessment, we will complete Drug and Alcohol testing and you may be subject to random tests during your employment.