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Control Tower Manager

APEX LOGISTICS INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD.

Singapore

On-site

SGD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

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Job summary

A logistics company based in Singapore is seeking an experienced logistics professional to optimize load plans and coordinate freight operations. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in air freight, strong communication skills, and fluency in Mandarin to liaise with Chinese partners. This role offers the opportunity to significantly contribute to cost-saving measures and effective asset utilization.

Qualifications

  • At least 5 years of experience in a similar role.
  • Proficient in air freight logistics.
  • Fluent in Mandarin for communication with Chinese counterparts.

Responsibilities

  • Analyse freight orders to build efficient load plans.
  • Coordinate closely with internal and external teams for execution.
  • Monitor load progress and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Air freight knowledge
Communication skills
Data analysis
Problem-solving
Job description
Job Description
  • Analyse freight / cargo orders (weight, volume, destination, priority) to build efficient load plans.
  • Optimise load consolidation : combine multiple shipments where possible, choose best routing and mode to reduce cost and maximise utilisation.
  • Coordinate closely with internal teams (warehouse, dispatch, customer service, sales) and external carriers / trucking companies / freight forwarders to ensure smooth execution.
  • Monitor load progress, troubleshoot issues (delays, capacity shortfalls, equipment availability) and communicate updates to stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with transportation regulations, safety standards, and internal policies.
  • Maintain accurate records and reporting : load metrics (utilisation, cost perton / mile), exception logs, asset / trailer usage.
  • Identify improvement opportunities : cost savings, better routing, asset utilisation, reduced empty miles, better capacity planning.
  • Support day‑to‑day planning as well as longer‑term asset planning : aligning capacity with demand, driver availability, equipment pools.
Requirements
  • Proficient in air freight knowledge
  • Strong communication and data analysis skills
  • At least 5 years of experience in a similar role
  • Fluent in written, verbal communication in Chinese, to liaise with Mandarin‑speaking counterparts in China
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