Assistant / Deputy Manager - Procurement Air Cargo (Pricing)

Cargo Partner Logistics; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

cargo-partner is seeking a logistics professional to manage air cargo import/export activities in the Gurugram region, ensuring efficient routing, pricing, and carrier relationships across the CP network and external partners.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop SOPs, optimize service levels, and guide teammates toward achieving performance targets while driving continuous improvement in operations and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Commercial responsibility within his/her area towards the head of the department
• Handling of business cases in the area of air cargo import/export shipments and delivering of shipments
• Organization of cargo routings through other Hubs and distribution to branch offices
• Creates SOP s (Standard Operating Procedures)
• Pricing and calculation; makes offers to customers and partners
• Accepts offers and optimizes the organization of transport
• Price negotiations with airlines and General Sales Agents (GSA)
• Selection of service provider
• Responsible for position results of shipments
• Monitors the completion of procedures for dispatching and delivering of shipments (entering electronic data, cover of insurance etc.)
• Keeps contact with agents Development of new lanes
• Trouble Shooting - adjusts complaints and handles claims together with legal department
• Issues obligatory instructions, directives and information in his/her field of responsibility and monitors compliance and performance
• Optimizes the service-level
• Arranges the training of the teammates and trainees
• Knowledge of the standard operation procedures and systems like CW1, S.P.O.T.
• Knowledge of loadability in aircraft and of ULD (Unit Load Device)
• Support Product Manager to ensure fast and accurate responses to pricing / quoting for all modes of Airfreight from both internal and external customers and sources, e.g. CP network, Sales, overseas offices, RFQ s) by obtaining and compiling selling rates for business not covered by existing rate agreements
• Managing carrier relationship for the Region.
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with airlines to secure competitive rates, ensure cargo space availability, improve service levels and support business growth.

Job description

Responsibilities

1. Commercial responsibility within his/her area towards the head of the department
2. Handling of business cases in the area of air cargo import/export shipments and delivering of shipments
3. Organization of cargo routings through other Hubs and distribution to branch offices
4. Creates SOP s (Standard Operating Procedures)
5. Pricing and calculation; makes offers to customers and partners
6. Accepts offers and optimizes the organization of transport
7. Price negotiations with airlines and General Sales Agents (GSA)
8. Selection of service provider
9. Responsible for position results of shipments
10. Monitors the completion of procedures for dispatching and delivering of shipments (entering electronic data, cover of insurance etc.)
11. Keeps contact with agents Development of new lanes
12. Trouble Shooting - adjusts complaints and handles claims together with legal department
13. Issues obligatory instructions, directives and information in his/her field of responsibility and monitors compliance and performance
14. Optimizes the service-level
15. Arranges the training of the teammates and trainees
16. Knowledge of the standard operation procedures and systems like CW1, S.P.O.T.
17. Knowledge of loadability in aircraft and of ULD (Unit Load Device)
18. Support Product Manager to ensure fast and accurate responses to pricing / quoting for all modes of Airfreight from both internal and external customers and sources, e.g. CP network, Sales, overseas offices, RFQ s) by obtaining and compiling selling rates for business not covered by existing rate agreements
19. Managing carrier relationship for the Region.
20. Develops and maintains strong relationships with airlines to secure competitive rates, ensure cargo space availability, improve service levels and support business growth.

Company Introduction:

For over 40 years, cargo-partner has flourished in the logistics industry, delivering unparalleled service to our clients worldwide. We have now embarked on another journey and to continue our commitment for excellence, we have now joined the Nippon Express Group which will now underpin all the values we constantly aspire to achieve, now becoming a top 5 global player. As an end to end info logistics provider, we pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive portfolio of air, sea, land transport, and warehousing services.

With a unique focus on information technology and supply chain optimization, we empower businesses to thrive in todays fast-paced world. Join our dynamic team, where innovation meets passion and every voice is valued. Embark on a journey where your skills are nurtured, creativity is celebrated, and together, we take pride in making a difference.

Discover more about our Mission Vision . Dive into a world of endless opportunities and embark on the cargo-partner journey with us.

cargo-partner is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an environment where all employees feel valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. We welcome and encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of background.

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