American Airlines

Manager, Business Transformation

American Airlines • $80K — $120K *
Dallas, TX 75217In-Person
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
More than 3 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field
  • 4+ years experience in management/strategy consulting or finance-related roles
  • Excellent project management skills
  • Outstanding written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Knowledge of financial statements and modeling
  • Strong emotional intelligence
  • Proficient in Excel, Tableau, and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

  • Embed with division leaders to understand business complexities
  • Collaborate with business units to prioritize strategic initiatives
  • Define project scope, objectives, and timelines
  • Manage stakeholders to ensure timely project execution
  • Monitor performance against KPIs and make necessary adjustments
  • Develop and implement detailed project plans
  • Assist in creating presentation materials for board meetings

Benefits

  • Travel perks for you and family to over 365 destinations
  • Comprehensive health benefits from day one
  • Wellness programs to support personal growth
  • 401(k) program with employer contributions after one year
  • Additional perks like pet insurance and travel discounts
Full Job Description
7/29/25

Location: DFW Headquarters Building 8 (DFW-SV08)
Cities: Dallas - TX
Requisition ID: 80282

Job Description

Intro

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and duringyour time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you'll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you'll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!

Why you'll love this job

  • The Manager, Business Transformation will be responsible for analyzing and evaluating business opportunities, developing strategic plans, and executing projects to drive growth and profitability. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, project management experience, and excellent communication skills. This role requires a creative, entrepreneurial vision focused on driving operational improvements and change management with strong technical skills.
  • The role is a part of the Business Transformation team within our Finance division.


What you'll do

As noted above, this list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.
  • Embed and engage with division leaders to learn the business and build relationships; understand the complexity of business and operational processes and workflows
  • Collaborate with business units & executive leadership to identify and prioritize initiatives that align with overall strategy
  • Define project scope, objectives, and timelines for initiatives and track progress against goals
  • Manage project stakeholders to execute initiatives and ensure delivery on-time and within budget
  • Monitor and evaluate performance against established KPIs and recommend adjustments as needed
  • Develop and implement detailed project and business plans, providing an integrated view of progress and tracking overall milestone completion
  • Collaborate with technical and operations teams to gather requirements and feedback from key business stakeholders to develop clear, and detailed specifications to drive delivery of measurable process improvement goals
  • Assist in development of presentation materials for board meetings & executive presentations
  • Collaborate with executive team members to determine and prioritize strategic growth opportunities


All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications - Education & Prior Job Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or other related discipline
  • 4+ years of total experience in management/strategy consulting, investment banking, private equity, corporate strategy, finance, or other related roles

Preferred Qualifications - Education & Prior Job Experience
  • MBA
  • Prior management experience with direct reports

Skills, Licenses, & Certifications
  • Excellent project management skills with experience driving strategic initiatives and delivering results
  • Strategic planner with the ability to plan and execute upon a defined task or strategy
  • Outstanding written and interpersonal communication skills; ability to synthesize and convey complex business concepts effectively
  • Self-starter comfortable working with autonomy, and can successfully prioritize and manage multiple assignments
  • Fast learner with a desire to move with urgency, accountability, and intent
  • Knowledge and understanding of financial statements, financial modeling, and financial reporting
  • Innovative and creative thinker with demonstrated ability to express complex ideas in a clear and concise manner
  • Strong emotional intelligence and the ability quickly build internal and external relationships
  • Comfort operating in a fast-paced environment
  • Low ego individual with a collaborative and convening work style
  • Advanced Excel / Tableau skills and PowerPoint skills to produce board materials and data visualizations


What you'll get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:
  • Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
  • Health Benefits: On day one, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that's just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
  • Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself - that's why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
  • 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
  • Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more


Feel free to be yourself at American

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.

Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life's journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.

About American Airlines

US Airways provides international and domestic air transport in the United States. It is owned by the American Airlines Group. US Airways utilizes a fleet of 343 mainline jet aircrafts, along with 278 regional jet and turbo-prop aircrafts operated by contract and subsidiary airlines under the name US Airways Express. It was originally established as All American Aviation.It operates an airline network with 193 destinations in 24 countries in North America, South America, Europe, and the Middle East. It also operates the US Airways Shuttle, a US Airways brand which provides hourly service between Boston, New York City, and Washington, D.C.As of October 2013, US Airways employed 32,312 people worldwide and operated 3,028 daily flights.US Airways is a member of Oneworld, and it currently operates along with American Airlines as a result of a merge between the two holding companies of these airliners.US Airways was established in 1973. It operates hubs at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport, Philadelphia Inte...

American Airlines Careers

Join the dynamic team at American Airlines, a leader in global aviation and an innovator in the airline industry. With a wide range of job opportunities, American Airlines is the perfect place to advance your career, offering roles that cater to a variety of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At American Airlines, you will be part of a team that is dedicated to providing world-class service and shaping the future of travel. Our employees enjoy a culture of collaboration and respect, where diversity and inclusion are celebrated. With American Airlines, you can contribute to a legacy of innovation and leadership in the skies. Transform Your Career American Airlines is not just a company; it's a community where you can grow your career through a robust suite of professional development and diversity training programs. Our leadership is committed to nurturing talent and recognizes the value of each individual’s growth. Join a team that leads with integrity and a passion for progress. At American Airlines, your career trajectory is bolstered by our commitment to innovation and excellence in the aviation industry. Internship Opportunities Kickstart your career with an internship at American Airlines. Gain invaluable industry experience, build your resume, and make connections that will propel your professional life. Our internships offer hands-on experience in a variety of departments, helping you discover your path in the aviation industry. Benefits of Working With Us American Airlines places immense value on the well-being of its team members. Employees enjoy competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, employee discounts, and flexible spending accounts. More than just perks, our benefits are designed to support your life, both at work and at home. Explore Job Opportunities Whether you’re looking to enhance your career in engineering, customer service, or leadership, American Airlines has a position that will match your skills and passions. We are continuously hiring and looking for motivated individuals who are ready to take their careers to new heights. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that align with your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. SEARCH AMERICAN AIRLINES JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at American Airlines.
Learn more about American Airlines
Size
123,400 employees
Market Cap
$8 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
-$8.8 billion
Founded
1930
5 Year Trend
-5.7%
Revenue
$17.3 billion
NASDAQ
AAL
* Ladders Estimates

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