Senior Analyst, Ancillary Revenue - 18 Month Term
- Calgary, AB, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- The Basics: A Bachelor’s degree (Business, Economics, Mathematics, or similar) and 5+ years of experience in a commercial or analytical role.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
This position requires in-person collaboration up to five days a week. This arrangement is subject to change based on business requirements.
Why WestJet
Since our story took off in 1996, WestJet has strived to enrich the lives of everyone in our world; a career with us is no exception. We’re proud to be one of Canada’s most admired and respected corporate cultures and continuously aim for the highest standards of service and success.
Join us, this is where your career story takes off.
The Opportunity: Travel is about more than just getting from A to B; it’s about where your story takes off. As our new Senior Analyst, Ancillary Revenue, you will be the business owner and subject matter expert for one of our ancillary revenue streams. This is more than an analytics role. You will manage a portfolio as if it were a small business, balancing commercial performance, customer experience, operational considerations, and competitive positioning. Working closely with leaders across Commercial, Digital, Operations, Pricing, Technology, and Finance, you will be accountable for understanding every aspect of your product's performance and ensuring it continues to deliver value for both guests and the business. If you are a commercial thinker who loves aviation and wants to see your strategy come to life, this is your runway.
What You Will Do
The Benefits Of Being a WestJetter
WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:
About WestJet Group Of Companies
WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Since the Sunwing Airlines integration in 2025, more than 15,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to our global network of more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia. The WestJet Group is a major Canadian employer and includes WestJet Airlines, WestJet Encore and Sunwing Vacations Group. We’re Canada’s leading value airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians.
Our safety promise
At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. Safety and security are shared responsibilities all team members are expected to use safe work practices to ensure their well-being and the safety of others. WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as Safey-Sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.
Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
We embrace what makes each of us unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. We welcome diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds so if you're passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply – even if you don't meet every qualification listed. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity and accessibility throughout the selection process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at talent@westjet.com.
We value the time and effort you put into your application. Our recruitment process is highly competitive and while every applicant will receive communication regarding their application status, only those selected to move forward will be contacted with next steps. If this role isn’t the right fit, we encourage you to explore future opportunities with us.
About
For more information about everything WestJet, please westjet.com/aboutus.
If you wish to withdraw your application or request that your personal information be deleted, please contact us at talent@westjet.com.
Why WestJet
Since our story took off in 1996, WestJet has strived to enrich the lives of everyone in our world; a career with us is no exception. We’re proud to be one of Canada’s most admired and respected corporate cultures and continuously aim for the highest standards of service and success.
Join us, this is where your career story takes off.
The Opportunity: Travel is about more than just getting from A to B; it’s about where your story takes off. As our new Senior Analyst, Ancillary Revenue, you will be the business owner and subject matter expert for one of our ancillary revenue streams. This is more than an analytics role. You will manage a portfolio as if it were a small business, balancing commercial performance, customer experience, operational considerations, and competitive positioning. Working closely with leaders across Commercial, Digital, Operations, Pricing, Technology, and Finance, you will be accountable for understanding every aspect of your product's performance and ensuring it continues to deliver value for both guests and the business. If you are a commercial thinker who loves aviation and wants to see your strategy come to life, this is your runway.
What You Will Do
- Own the Business: Act as the commercial owner for your revenue portfolio, maintaining a deep understanding of product performance, market dynamics, customer behavior, and revenue trends. Continuously identify opportunities to improve revenue, profitability, and guest experience.
- Be the Subject Matter Expert: Become the organization's expert on ancillary products, policies, pricing, customer demand, competitive practices, and industry trends. Provide trusted recommendations and guidance to leaders and stakeholders across the organization.
- Build the Business Case: Lead development of robust financial models and business cases to support strategic investments, product changes, and commercial initiatives.
- Turn Data into Decisions: Analyze large and complex datasets to identify trends, customer insights, risks, and opportunities. Translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations that drive commercial outcomes.
- Lead Cross-Functional Execution: Partner with Digital, Technology, Marketing, Contact Centre, Revenue Management, Finance, and Airport teams to successfully launch and optimize initiatives.
- Influence Leaders: Prepare executive-level presentations and recommendations for senior leadership. Communicate complex findings with clarity and confidence, enabling informed business decisions.
- The Basics: A Bachelor’s degree (Business, Economics, Mathematics, or similar) and 5+ years of experience in a commercial or analytical role. An MBA, CFA, CPA, or equivalent advanced professional designation is considered a strong asset.
- The Toolkit: You are an Excel power user, have advanced data analysis skills (SQL, Alteryx, Tableau/Power BI), and can craft a persuasive deck in PowerPoint.
- The Mindset: You are curious, commercially minded, and detail oriented. You are comfortable taking ownership and accountability for business outcomes. You don't just find problems; you propose solutions.
The Benefits Of Being a WestJetter
WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:
- A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
- Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
- Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs
About WestJet Group Of Companies
WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Since the Sunwing Airlines integration in 2025, more than 15,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to our global network of more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia. The WestJet Group is a major Canadian employer and includes WestJet Airlines, WestJet Encore and Sunwing Vacations Group. We’re Canada’s leading value airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians.
Our safety promise
At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. Safety and security are shared responsibilities all team members are expected to use safe work practices to ensure their well-being and the safety of others. WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as Safey-Sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.
Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
We embrace what makes each of us unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. We welcome diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds so if you're passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply – even if you don't meet every qualification listed. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity and accessibility throughout the selection process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at talent@westjet.com.
We value the time and effort you put into your application. Our recruitment process is highly competitive and while every applicant will receive communication regarding their application status, only those selected to move forward will be contacted with next steps. If this role isn’t the right fit, we encourage you to explore future opportunities with us.
About
For more information about everything WestJet, please westjet.com/aboutus.
If you wish to withdraw your application or request that your personal information be deleted, please contact us at talent@westjet.com.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Own and optimize an ancillary revenue portfolio by analyzing product performance, market dynamics, customer behavior, and revenue trends, and by developing financial models and actionable recommendations. Lead cross-functional initiatives and advise senior leaders on product strategy, investments, pricing, and commercial performance.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Mathematics, or a similar field and at least five years of experience in a commercial or analytical role. Advanced Excel and data analysis skills, including SQL, Alteryx, Tableau or Power BI, and strong PowerPoint skills are expected; an MBA, CFA, CPA, or equivalent designation is an asset.
Skills
- Commercial Analysis
- Ancillary Revenue Management
- Financial Modeling
- Business Case Development
- Data Analysis
- SQL
- Alteryx
- Tableau
- Power BI
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Revenue Optimization
- Customer Behavior Analysis
- Market Analysis
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Executive Presentations
Benefits
- Travel Privileges
- Savings Programs
- Flexible Benefits
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Data & Analytics
- Finance & Accounting
- Transportation
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Ancillary Revenue
- Airline Revenue
- Commercial Strategy
- Portfolio Management
- Financial Modeling
- Business Case Development
- Data Analysis
- SQL
- Alteryx
- Tableau
- Power BI
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Revenue Optimization
- Profitability
- Customer Experience
- Customer Behavior
- Market Dynamics
- Pricing
- Competitive Analysis
- Revenue Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Digital
- Technology
- Marketing
- Finance
- Airport Operations
- Executive Presentations
- Aviation