BOS Station Manager - Cargo

Swissport International AG; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Swissport International AG is seeking a Station Manager - Cargo in Boston to lead the station's day-to-day operations and shape the strategic direction. You will drive efficiency, safety, and performance, guiding a team to meet corporate objectives and stakeholder expectations.

The role requires 5+ years of P&L responsibility, strong aviation industry experience, and fluent English. A strategic, team-focused leader with solid financial acumen will thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Requires 5 years of P&L responsibility and strong leadership in an aviation context.
• Fluent written and spoken English is essential.
• University degree or equivalent; advanced degree or professional certifications are advantageous.
• Strong strategic skills and commercial acumen needed to drive profitability and performance.
• Ability to motivate teams and foster positive internal/external relationships.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Fueling operation performance to improve profitability, productivity, or market share.
• Ensure Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental standards and reduce injuries and damages.
• Direct operating budgets and capital expenditure proposals; approve investments aligning with business goals.
• Provide financial reporting to senior leadership and maintain full transactional records.
• Monitor quality standards and drive continuous improvements in workflows and services.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team to meet business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Establish strong relationships with airlines, airport management, customs and other stakeholders.
• Implement and monitor safety and security measures and relevant KPIs across the operation.

Skills

P&L ownership

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

English proficiency

Communication skills

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Integrity

Education

University degree

Job description

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple - “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.”

We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe.

Job Summary

Station Manager - Cargo role is to lead,develop and drive the overall strategic direction and business plan by orchestrating an ongoing planning process which produces a clear and compelling vision and mid and long-term business objectives.Direct all aspects of the day-to-day operations at the station/local business unit level to ensure efficiency and performance in accordance with the corporate objectives, strategy and plans.

The expected salary is $125,000/year. Full-time employees are offered a range of health and wellness benefits as well as 401(k) with company match paid vacation time, sick time, and company paid holidays.

Your activities

• Oversee, monitor, and evaluate the Fueling operation's performance to ensure increased profitability, productivity, or market share.
• Responsible for Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental activities at the station with an objective of reducing employee injuries, aircraft, and equipment damage.
• Direct the preparation of operating budgets and proposals for capital expenditure and investments in infrastructure, technology, equipment, systems, or other assets and resources; analyze and approve operational investments that best meet the organization's business needs.
• Monitor and track the financial performance and ensure that full accounts and records of all financial transactions are maintained. Provide financial reporting as required – (Board of Directors, Statutory Accounts, annual financial statements and reports, etc.,)
• Monitor and track quality standards of the Fueling operation and ensure continuous improvements in workflows and services to maintain competitiveness.
• Lead, guide, evaluate, and develop a team with operational responsibilities to ensure that the organization achieves its business objectives and complies with all relevant regulations and laws.
• Develop and maintain effective business relationships with all key stakeholders (customer airlines management, airport management, customs, immigration etc) to meet business targets
• Implement, oversee and monitor all safety and security measures and KPIs related to people, equipment, facilities and aircraft involved in the operation.
  • Revenue
  • HR Metrics
  • Quality targets as set by Swissport and/or as agreed with customers
  • Other KPI as defined by the business unit

Your profile

• University degree or equivalent, advanced degree in related field or professional certifications are advantageous
• Excellent working knowledge of business management principles and practices, financial concepts, and key drivers of profitability and operational performance.
• 5 years experience with P&L responsibility, Fueling experience; preferably in the Aviation Industry
• Fluent spoken and written English
• Strong strategic skills and commercial acumen combined with the ability to motivate teams to deliver high quality standards
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, professional, internal and external work relationships with all stakeholdersand interest groups
• Team focused management style that fits into a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Strong oral and written communications and ability to communicate and motivate at all levels
• A sense of urgency and a passion for improving the delivery of services with a commitment to continuous improvement
• Personal and professional integrity of the highest order

What we offer

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status

Visit our website at www.careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport.