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Job Summary Main purpose of job: The Airfreight Manager is responsible for the overall management of airfreight operations. This includes developing and implementing strategies to grow the business, improve efficiency and profitability, managing a team of airfreight professionals. The Airfreight Manager will work with customers to ensure their needs are met. The Airfreight Manager will also ensure that XYZ Logistics meets the business objectives by gaining new customers, driving customer growth, retaining existing customers and working continuously add value in the customers supply chain. Key Result Areas: Develop the airfreight product Develop and implement strategies to grow the airfreight business Develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency and profitability of airfreight operations Manage a team of airfreight professionals, including agents, supervisors, and clerks Work with customers to understand their needs and ensure that they are met Negotiate rates and contracts with air carriers Monitor and manage airfreight shipments to ensure that they are delivered on time and in good condition Comply with all applicable laws and regulations Budgets preparations, sales plan and execution of management sales strategies. Stay up-to-date on industry trends and developments Inherent Key Requirements of the Job: Education : Matric BCom: Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management or Relevant Experience : Minimum 6 years working experience in Air Freight Minimum 5 years experience working in a management position. Operational knowledge of air freight business is essential Experience in managing customers Experience on Cargowise would be beneficial. Essential to have contacts with the major Airlines Own customer base and wide reach in the air freight market MANAGE A TEAM OF APPROX 15 STAFF Well versed with nuances of Air Freight business Prepare and deliver budgets Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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