Air Freight Manager

Michael Page; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking an experienced Airfreight Operations Manager to enhance their team. This role focuses on managing air and road transport for time sensitive products across the UAE, KSA, and Bahrain, ensuring compliance and excellence in service delivery. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities, leadership skills, and a proven track record in logistics management.

Benefits

Attractive opportunity to learn and grow

Qualifications

• Proven track record in airfreight and time sensitive products logistics management.
• Expert in compliance with veterinary and customs regulations.
• Adept at business development, especially in new market expansion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and plan safe, efficient air and road transport for time sensitive products.
• Manage client relationships and ensure service excellence.
• Negotiate competitive rates with suppliers and airlines.

Skills

Problem-solving

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Job description

Seeking an experienced Airfreight Operations Manager to oversee global time sensitive product transport, focusing on the UAE, KSA, and Bahrain. This role demands proactive problem-solving, strategic planning, and exceptional client relations to ensure seamless movements with time sensitive products Client Details Leading player in the movement of niche and unique time sensitive products Description * Oversee and plan safe, efficient air and road transport for time sensitive products * Ensure compliance with all customs regulations. * Coordinate effectively with airlines, ground agents, and authorities. * Manage client relationships and ensure service excellence. * Proactively resolve operational issues and prevent delays * Negotiate competitive rates with suppliers and airlines. * Manage financial aspects including costing, invoicing, and payments. * Supervise and mentor operations teams. Job Offer Attractive opportunity to learn and grow

* Proven track record in airfreight and time sensitive products logistics management * Experience working with 3PL/ Freight forwarder/ Air Chartering companies, etc * Expert in compliance with veterinary and customs regulations. * Exceptional client relationship management skills. * Strong problem-solver who anticipates and mitigates operational issues. * A natural leader capable of motivating and developing a high-performing team. * A sharp negotiator with a solid grasp of financial aspects (costing, budgeting). * Adept at business development, especially in new market expansion. * Highly adaptable to a fast-paced, dynamic environment.