Head of Air Freight at DHL

opening for a Head of Airfreight where you will define, lead, and implement country Airfreight strategy, product portfolio, processes, and procurement in accordance with the overall strategy of the Business Division with the objective of achieving optimum profitability and effective use of business assets and human resources.  Join us now in connecting people and improving lives.

In this Head of Airfreight position

• You will coordinate execution of global procurement strategy for AFR at country level (end-to-end incl. inland logistics and depot as well as demurrage management).
• You will provide guidelines to AFR teams to properly translate global requirements regarding capacity management into country specific tasks and follows performance.
• You will direct and controls activities performed to effectively manage end-to-end capacity for Air freight within the country (procure capacity, plan and control network). Develops and roll out corrective action plans when targets are not met.
• You will be responsible for optimizing local AFR procurement for spot quotes and consolidation opportunities.
• You will support and co-ordinate the development and implementation of key initiatives and programs.
• You will provide leadership in the areas of product and business development and resource utilization.
• You will set compliance standards in accordance with corporate/divisional guidelines and monitors adherence.
• You will monitor operational quality and instill a culture of continuous improvement.
• You will liaise with sales to support interaction with key customers and providing pricing and margin guidance, support on bids and RfQs.
• You will ensure the maintenance of and adherence to health, safety, and security standards in the workplace in line with corporate guidelines.
• You will create, develop, and maintain good relationships with customers and service providers, while facilitating negotiations of best rates at country level.
• You will be responsible for constant improvement and optimization of production means (cost management) and operational and service level quality.

Now, here’s what we need from you

• Bachelors or master’s degree in relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 10-15 years’ experience in AFR.
• Excellent knowledge of the Air freight and Forwarding Industry.
• Relevant experience in Sales, Business Development and Logistics.