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Gauteng; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuehne+Nagel in Johannesburg is seeking an Airfreight Operational Care Specialist (Import) to coordinate international shipments and support pricing while ensuring compliance and service excellence. You will work with internal teams, airlines, and partners to deliver efficient logistics solutions in a fast-paced global environment.

The role requires proven airfreight experience, strong organization, and English proficiency, with a customer-focused approach and the ability to manage multiple

Qualifications

• Proven experience in airfreight operations.
• Solid understanding of international airfreight processes and regulations.
• Strong organizational and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate international airfreight shipments from booking to delivery.
• Support pricing by obtaining rates from airlines and partners.
• Ensure shipments are executed accurately and on time.
• Monitor status, follow up on delays, and update stakeholders.
• Prepare transport documentation in line with regulations and procedures.
• Collaborate with carriers, warehouses, customs, and partners.
• Identify issues and escalate service failures as needed.
• Contribute to process improvements and cost optimization.

Skills

Airfreight operations

Freight forwarding

Logistics knowledge

English proficiency

Stakeholder management

Job description

National Air Logistics Operational Care Specialist

Posted 21 days ago

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It's more than a job
As a member of the Freight Forwarding team Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in transporting goods, optimising processes, and fulfilling our customers' promises. And by transporting medicines, toys and important machine parts, you are not only delivering goods, you are making small and big moments possible for people all around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine.

We are looking for an Airfreight Operational Care Specialist (Import) to join our dynamic Air Logistics team. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating international airfreight shipments, supporting pricing and quotation activities, and ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and exceptional customer service throughout the transportation process. Working closely with internal stakeholders, airlines, and external partners, you will play a key role in delivering efficient, cost-effective, and reliable logistics solutions in a fast-paced global environment.

How you create impact
• Coordinate and manage international airfreight shipments from booking to final delivery.
• Support pricing activities by obtaining competitive rates from airlines and partners, evaluating transportation costs, and contributing to the development of cost-effective and customer-focused solutions.
• Ensure all shipment activities are executed accurately, on time, and according to customer requirements.
• Monitor shipment status, proactively follow up on delays or deviations, and provide timely updates in operational systems.
• Prepare and verify transport documentation while ensuring compliance with airfreight regulations and company procedures.
• Liaise with carriers, gateways, warehouses, customs teams, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth shipment execution.
• Review shipping instructions and resolve discrepancies related to routing, transit times, rates, or regulatory requirements.
• Support capacity management and secure space with approved carriers and partners when required.
• Identify operational issues and escalate service failures or exceptions to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives, automation projects, and operational efficiency enhancements.
• Support cost optimization efforts while maintaining high service quality and customer satisfaction.

What we would like you to bring
• Proven experience in airfreight operations, freight forwarding, or the logistics industry.
• Solid understanding of international airfreight processes, transportation regulations, and industry best practices.
• Strong organizational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across internal and external teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a proactive approach to resolving operational challenges.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Customer-focused mindset with a strong commitment to service quality and continuous improvement.
• Professional proficiency in English.
What's in it for you
Join a global leader in logistics and gain hands‑on experience in international airfreight operations within a dynamic and collaborative environment. You'll have the opportunity to develop your expertise, contribute to process improvements, and work with industry‑leading systems and partners worldwide. Grow your career while making a direct impact on delivering exceptional service to customers across the globe.
Who we are
Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.
As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life‑saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.
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