Head – Freight Forwarding & Logistics

ADVENXA; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

ADVENXA in India seeks an experienced logistics executive to drive business growth and lead multiple teams across operations and commercial functions. The role focuses on expanding client acquisition, optimizing pricing, and strengthening relationships with shipping lines and logistics partners.

The ideal candidate has 10-15 years in international freight forwarding and a strong grasp of import/export operations, pricing, and network optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, shipping, commerce, business administration or related field.
• 10-15 years of experience in international freight forwarding and logistics.
• Strong knowledge of import/export operations, pricing, and logistics networks.

Responsibilities

• Drive business development, customer acquisition and revenue growth.
• Build strategic relationships with shipping lines and logistics partners.
• Recruit, lead and manage operations and commercial teams.
• Manage pricing, operational costs, working capital and profitability.
• Monitor business performance and report progress to management.

Skills

Business development

Leadership

Negotiation

Financial management

Strategic relationships

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Shipping, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field

Job description

Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Shipping, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field

Experience: 10-15 Years Experience in Logistics or shipping.

Responsibilities:

• Drive business development, customer acquisition, and revenue growth.
• Build strategic relationships with shipping lines and logistics partners.
• Recruit, lead, and manage operations and commercial teams.
• Manage pricing, operational costs, working capital, and profitability .
• .Monitor business performance and report progress to management.

Requirements

• 10-15 years of experience in international freight forwarding and logistics.
• Proven experience in business development and business unit expansion.
• Strong knowledge of import/export operations, pricing, and logistics networks.
• Established relationships with shipping lines, NVOCCs, and logistics partners.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and financial management skills.