Airfreight Operations Leader - Wholesale & Imports

Gibson Freight; Melbourne; Sur place; AUD 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Gibson Freight Australia – Melbourne Airport, VIC is seeking an experienced Wholesale Airfreight Manager to lead and develop our established wholesale/import airfreight operation in a growing Australian-owned business. You will oversee daily import operations, manage capacity and profitability, and strengthen airline relationships as part of a broader national airfreight initiative.

You will work closely with our bonded warehouse and company-owned transport fleet to deliver integrated cargo

Qualifications

• Experience in international airfreight operations, preferably wholesale forwarding.
• Proven experience leading or managing an operations team.
• Strong understanding of airline relationships, cargo handling and capacity management.
• Commercial awareness including pricing, cost control and profitability.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive approach to operational performance, customer service and business development.

Responsabilités

• Oversee daily airfreight import operations and lead the operations team.
• Develop team capability, performance and accountability.
• Maintain relationships with airlines, ground handlers and wholesale customers.
• Manage capacity, service KPIs, invoicing, costs and profitability.
• Identify opportunities to grow wholesale volumes and improve operational processes.
• Manage escalations, compliance requirements and service issues.
• Coordinate weekend coverage to ensure timely collections and minimise storage costs.
• Contribute to national airfreight initiatives, major projects and business planning.

Connaissances

Airfreight operations

Team leadership

Airline relationships

Pricing & profitability

Operations control

Description du poste

Gibson Freight Australia – Melbourne Airport, VIC is seeking an experienced Wholesale Airfreight Manager to lead and develop our established wholesale/import airfreight operation in a growing Australian-owned business. You will oversee daily import operations, manage capacity and profitability, and strengthen airline relationships as part of a broader national airfreight initiative.

You will work closely with our bonded warehouse and company-owned transport fleet to deliver integrated cargo