Air Freight Operations Leader

CMA CGM; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CEVA Logistics is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead air import and export activities at our Hounslow site. You will drive reliable, efficient service while ensuring quality, compliance and cost control across the team.

You will plan resources, coach staff and collaborate with customers, airlines and suppliers to meet SLAs and improve processes in a fast-paced environment. Experience in aviation logistics and change management is a plus.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in air freight and operational management.
• Strong understanding of import/export processes and customs.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage performance.
• Experience in aerospace or time-critical logistics advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day air import/export operations in Hounslow.
• Plan resources, manage workloads and KPI monitoring.
• Develop teams and drive cost control and compliance.
• Collaborate with customers, airlines and partners.

Skills

Air freight forwarding

Operational management

Import procedures

Export procedures

Customs procedures

Airline operations

People management

Job description

CEVA Logistics is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead air import and export activities at our Hounslow site. You will drive reliable, efficient service while ensuring quality, compliance and cost control across the team.

You will plan resources, coach staff and collaborate with customers, airlines and suppliers to meet SLAs and improve processes in a fast-paced environment. Experience in aviation logistics and change management is a plus.