Air Freight Leader: P&L + Team Growth

Danzas Corporation; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Global Forwarding Australia is seeking an Air Freight Manager (Head of Department) to lead our Air Freight operations and drive commercial performance in a dynamic market. You will own the P&L, guide a team of managers and specialists, and deliver outstanding customer experiences while shaping the future of our logistics services.

This leadership role requires proven freight forwarder experience, strong commercial acumen, and a passion for team development.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within freight forwarding, logistics or supply chain.
• Strong commercial acumen with P&L ownership experience.
• A passion for developing high-performing teams.
• Customer-first mindset and relationship management expertise.
• Ability to lead through change and drive results.
• Strong operational knowledge of Air Freight and industry best practice.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the Air Freight P&L.
• Lead, coach and develop managers, supervisors and specialists.
• Deliver exceptional customer experiences and service outcomes.
• Drive productivity, profitability and continuous improvement.
• Build strong customer and supplier partnerships.
• Lead operational excellence across import and export activities.
• Play a key role in the growth of our specialised Data Centre Logistics sector.

Skills

Leadership

P&L ownership

Team development

Customer relationships

Change leadership

Air Freight operations

Job description

DHL Global Forwarding Australia is seeking an Air Freight Manager (Head of Department) to lead our Air Freight operations and drive commercial performance in a dynamic market. You will own the P&L, guide a team of managers and specialists, and deliver outstanding customer experiences while shaping the future of our logistics services.

This leadership role requires proven freight forwarder experience, strong commercial acumen, and a passion for team development.