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SalaryGleesons has partnered with a Freight business looking for an Air Freight Manager This Opportunity would be best fitted to a professional looking to further grow their career in a well-established business.
Job Title: Air Freight Manager
Locations: Sutton Coldfield (B74)
Salary: Depending on Experience and Network
Duties:
- Supervising daily Air Freight activities, from flight scheduling to cargo handling, ensuring efficient processes.
- Guiding Air Freight personnel for smooth operations and peak performance.
- Maintaining high satisfaction levels by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Employing cost-effective measures, negotiating contracts, and managing budgets to minimise expenses.
- Implementing initiatives to enhance processes in line with industry best practices.
- Cultivating partnerships with service providers to ensure reliable and cost-effective services.
- Developing contingency plans for unforeseen disruptions in operations.
- Utilising tech solutions for optimised processes and informed decision-making.
- Providing staff with training to enhance skills in operations, compliance, and customer service.
- Implementing eco-friendly practices to reduce emissions and fuel consumption.
- Contributing to departmental strategic objectives aligned with organisational goals.
- Negotiating competitive rates with service providers to secure favourable pricing.
- Developing and maintaining accurate pricing structures for numerous services and routes.
- Conducting thorough analysis to determine the profitability of pricing strategies.
- Monitoring market trends and competitor pricing for informed decision-making.
- Collaborating with sales to develop pricing proposals tailored to customer needs.
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements for tariff filing and updates.
- Optimising revenue through pricing strategies and demand forecasting.
- Negotiating and managing contracts to ensure clarity in pricing terms.
- Monitoring and controlling costs associated with freight pricing.
- Analysing customer segments and services for revenue growth opportunities.
- Developing policies for price adjustments based on market conditions.
- Ensuring adherence to pricing terms outlined in contracts.
- Monitoring pricing metrics to evaluate strategy effectiveness.
- Iterating pricing strategies to adapt to market dynamics and business needs.
Ideal Candidate:
- Fluent Air Freight Experience
- Staff Management
- Pricing Experience
- Strong Account Management
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