Baggage Manager in Luton

For 30 years, easyJet has been a leader in short haul travel, flying over 95 million passengers annually across 1,000+ routes with a fleet of 300+ aircraft. Our people are at the heart of our success, united by our "Orange Spirit".

The Baggage Manager leads easyJet's end to end baggage operation. You'll be responsible for strategic direction, continuous improvement and operational delivery across our network. Your focus will be on reducing mishandled and damaged baggage, driving best in class performance and customer satisfaction. You'll own all baggage related policies, procedures and supplier relationships, acting as the main escalation point for baggage matters and line managing a Baggage Specialist.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of the baggage strategy and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee baggage performance, cost reduction and customer satisfaction across the network.
• Manage all baggage related contracts and act as Supplier Relationship Manager.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations (including IATA Resolution 753) and safety standards.
• Own and coordinate baggage policies, procedures and processes.
• Lead or support cross functional projects (e.g., BRS upgrades, automation trials).
• Act as senior escalation point for complex or high impact baggage issues.
• Represent easyJet in industry working groups and airport forums.
• Review and mitigate suspicious activity.
• Provide leadership and development for the Baggage Specialist.

Read on if you:

• Have strong leadership and accountability for end to end baggage operations.
• You are an expert in baggage systems (mishandled/damaged baggage, World Tracer, BRS, BHS, DCS).
• Have a proven track record in continuous improvement and change management.
• Bring strong commercial and supplier management skills.
• Use data and performance metrics to drive results.
• Collaborate effectively with airports, ground handlers, suppliers and internal teams.
• Are calm and decisive under pressure, with solid knowledge of industry regulations.
• Confidently represent easyJet externally and contribute to innovation.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• 5+ years' experience in baggage or ground operations management within aviation.
• Proven experience in continuous improvement and project management.
• Strong commercial acumen and operational budget management.
• In depth knowledge of baggage systems and industry standards.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and supplier management skills.
• Data driven mindset with strong analytical skills.
• Calm, solution focused approach and strong decision making in high pressure situations.
• Experience working cross functionally and leading change in a matrixed organisation.

What You'll Get

• Competitive salary & up to 20% bonus.
• Share schemes & 7% pension.
• Life assurance & private healthcare.
• Flexible benefits and excellent staff travel.

This is a permanent role based in Luton and will be 40 hours per week. We support hybrid working and spend 60% of our time per month in the office.

At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at ma.recruitment@easyjet.com. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation.