Manager Air Freight

DSV


Job Location:

Colombo - Sri Lanka

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 11 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Req Number: 117030
Time Type: Full Time

The Manager - Air Freight - is responsible for the operational affairs of the Air Freight product. He/she reports to the General Manager/ Regional Head and works closely with the other products/functions within the Branch.

The primary purposes of this role are:

  1. To execute the Air Freight Product strategy at regional level and escalate when necessary
  2. To own and manage the Air Freight product P&L for the region to achieve EBIT as per agreed targets
  3. To ensure the appropriate staffing in the Air Freight team(s) in the region and to drive future-oriented workforce planning in line with productivity targets
  4. To effectively manage and be overall accountable for the performance of the Air Freight operations teams in the region
  5. To drive change management within the region
  6. To execute the global Air Freight standards & guidelines at regional level
  7. To monitor operational performance of carriers and escalate to Regional Head when appropriate

Educational background / Work experience

  • Graduate with over 12 years of experience out of which:
  • Postgraduate / Management degree will be added advantage
  • Minimum 5 years of operational air freight experience either on the forwarder or airline side
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in people management and leadership including recruitment training & development coaching conflict and performance management

Language Skills

  • Local language (written and spoken)
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken) preferred
  • Other languages (written and spoken) of advantage

Computer Literacy

  • MS office skills and good knowledge regarding IT systems
  • Excellent command on companys IT system tools like CW1/ CRM /SAP etc.

DSV Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Lets grow together as we continue to innovate digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150000 colleagues in over 90 countries we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV performance is in our DNA. We dont just work we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players accountability and action. We value inclusivity embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company this is the place to be.

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