Chartering & Commercial Assistant Manager

ZMC; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and aviation company in Dubai is seeking a professional to support their commercial and chartering team in managing air cargo charter operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in related fields, 3–5 years of experience, and strong negotiation skills. Responsibilities include coordinating charter flights, preparing pricing proposals, and maintaining client relationships.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in air cargo, chartering, or freight forwarding.
• Knowledge of air cargo operations, charter market, and pricing.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate full and partial air charter flights with airlines and brokers.
• Prepare commercial offers and pricing proposals based on market trends.
• Monitor charter execution from booking to delivery.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Logistics knowledge

Aviation knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Ability to work with ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Aviation, Business, or related field

Job description

Job Purpose

To support the commercial and chartering team in managing air cargo charter operations, pricing strategies, and customer relationships. Ensure smooth coordination between clients, carriers, and internal teams to maximize revenue and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Chartering Operations

• Coordinate full and partial air charter flights with airlines and brokers.
• Identify available aircraft and negotiate rates and terms with operators.
• Monitor charter execution from booking to delivery, ensuring all procedures are followed.
• Liaise with ground handling agents, customs, and other stakeholders.

Commercial & Pricing

• Prepare commercial offers and pricing proposals based on market trends and customer needs.
• Analyze cost structures to ensure competitive and profitable rates.
• Assist in RFQs, tenders, and contract preparation.
• Maintain rate databases and monitor carrier tariffs and seasonal fluctuations.

Skills

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Aviation, Business, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in air cargo, chartering, or freight forwarding.
• Knowledge of air cargo operations, charter market, and pricing.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with logistics/ERP systems is a plus.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus.