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Head of Air Freight
About this role
The role is Head of Air Freight for DHL Global Forwarding Nigeria in Lagos, overseeing air freight product and capacity management, carrier relationships and development of AFR solutions for various customers. It targets candidates with extensive air freight experience and leadership capability within a global logistics environment.
What you would do
- Lead air freight product and capacity management activities at country level
- Formulate short- and long-term plans and procedures for product and capacity management
- Plan allocation and reservations of freight on planned linehaul and flights for hub and operations
- Develop and implement air freight products for customers (including perishables, pharmaceuticals, aviation)
- Lead carrier management plans, budgets and productivity targets; negotiate rates with airlines
- Develop processes to meet customer and airline requirements within budget and service guidelines
What they are asking for
- Master's degree
- More than 8 years of experience in air freight or related field
- Experience leading teams of managers and executives
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
- Proven ability to negotiate with airline suppliers and manage carrier performance
- Ability to develop and implement AFR strategies and solutions
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