The Director of Air Freight is responsible for overseeing the air freight operations for the SEA cluster. This role requires strategic planning, managing key client relationships, optimizing operations, and ensuring compliance with international standards and regulations. This role is based in Vietnam and reports directly to Vice President of Freight Forwarding.
Key Accountabilities
Ensuring adherence to local and international air cargo regulations, rules, and safety protocols.
Implementing and maintaining effective tracking and monitoring systems to provide clients and stakeholders with real- time visibility.
The Director of Air Freight will collaborate closely with the Commercial Logistics SEA team to create and execute strategies aimed at driving growth and profitability within the air freight division.
Overseeing the complete end- to- end air freight process, including booking, documentation, customs clearance, and timely and accurate service delivery.
Developing and nurturing relationships with airlines, airports, General Sales Agents (GSA), ground handling, freight forwarders, and other important industry partners.
Working in conjunction with the sales and marketing teams to identify and pursue potential clients, engaging in contract negotiations and establishing service terms.
Taking charge of building, guiding, and mentoring a team of air freight professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high achievement.
Monitoring performance metrics and generating regular reports to assess and evaluate the air freight division&039;s performance.
Keeping a close eye on market trends and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities and maintain a competitive edge in the industry.
Driving cost optimization initiatives to enhance operational efficiency while upholding service quality.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Bachelor&039;s Degree or Master&039;s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is usually required
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders effectively, strong negotiation and relationship- building abilities to establish and maintain partnerships with airlines, suppliers, and other key stakeholders.
Minimum 10 years of extensive experience in air freight operations, with in- depth knowledge of the air freight industry, including trends, market conditions, regulations, customs procedures, documentation, and competition in Southeast Asia
Proven experience in managing and leading teams in a fast- paced and dynamic environment, strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others.
Ability to optimize processes, reduce costs, and improve service quality, familiarity with freight management systems and technologies.
Please note: The job title is being used for the purpose of Talent Attraction and job advertisement.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief.
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About DP World
We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses- - Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end- to- end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.
With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 106,500 employees from 158 nationalities, spanning 73 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. In Asia Pacific, DP World employs more than 7,000 people, and has ports and terminals in 18 locations.
Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.
What&039;s more, we&039;re reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.
WE MAKE TRADE FLOW
TO CHANGE WHAT&039;S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.
