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    Director of Air Freight, Southeast Asia – Thailand (Bangkok)

    Hybrid
    Bangkok, Thailand
    Posted: August 3, 2024
    Position Details

    Key Accountabilities

    • Collaborate closely with the Commercial Logistics SEA team to create and execute strategies aimed at driving growth and profitability within the air freight division.
    • Develop and nurture relationships with airlines, airports, General Sales Agents (GSA), ground handling, freight forwarders, and other important industry partners.
    • Take charge of building, guiding, and mentoring a team of air freight professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high achievement.
    • Keep a close eye on market trends and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities and maintain a competitive edge in the industry.
    • Work in conjunction with the sales and marketing teams to identify and pursue potential clients, engaging in contract negotiations and establishing service terms.
    • Ensure adherence to local and international air cargo regulations, rules, and safety protocols.
    • Drive cost optimization initiatives to enhance operational efficiency while upholding service quality.
    • Oversee the complete end-to-end air freight process, including booking, documentation, customs clearance, and timely and accurate service delivery.
    • Implement and maintain effective tracking and monitoring systems to provide clients and stakeholders with real-time visibility.
    • Monitor performance metrics and generate regular reports to assess and evaluate the air freight division's performance.


    Qualifications, Skills and Experience

    • A Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is typically required.
    • At least 10 years of extensive experience in air freight operations, with a thorough understanding of the air freight industry, including trends, market conditions, regulations, customs procedures, documentation, and competition in Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand.
    • Proven ability to optimize processes, reduce costs, and improve service quality, with familiarity with freight management systems and technologies.
    • Demonstrated experience in managing and leading teams in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with strong leadership skills to motivate and inspire others.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders, with strong negotiation and relationship-building abilities to establish and maintain partnerships with airlines, suppliers, and other key stakeholders.



    Skills
    Relationship Building
    International Standards
    Key Client Relationships
    Customs Regulations
    Interpersonal Skills
    Service Delivery

    Functions
    Production, Purchasing & Supply Chain

    Job Overview

    Job Type:

    Hybrid


    Company

    DP World logo

    DP World

    20 active jobs

    Industry:

    Import, Export & Logistics

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