Position:Head of Operations, Air Freight
Location:AIA East Gateway Building
Key Responsibilities: -
- To take full responsibility and leadership of the management of Import & Export Operations, Customer Service (front & backline), and Warehouse & Transportation functions
- Effective deployment of staff and ensure optimum productivity of assigned functions
- Drives achievement of the functions KPIs and manages and improves the performance
- Lead, motivates and supervises the functions to achieve high performance and service quality
- Drives execution of global/ regional strategy/ programs on country level
Maintains and ensures cost effectiveness of the relevant functionsEnsure that operational issues are resolved effectively within the team and/or suppliers.Drive initiatives to continuously improve operationsStrengthen the synergy amongst the different Air Freight functions (Ops/ CS/ W&T/ Program Management & Customer Management).Drive technology and automation where possible to reduce reliance on manual work processesEnsure costs management is optimal.Direct and ensure all physical activities of key account customers are in orderManage performance of subcontractor/ suppliers by defining performance measurements and working with them to achieve optimal use of resources in accordance with company strategyPlays a key role between customers, Commercial Mgmt, Product and Operations in ensuring smooth customer-related process flow and increasing customer retentionIdentifies customer needs and works on improving customer satisfactionSensitive to emerging customers and market requirements and passes them on in the organizationIdentifies training needs and opportunities to develop and retain a highly skilled teamMaintains good relationship with overseas working partners to ensure customer excellence and communicates improvement opportunities to management teamDevelops sustainable relationship with key corporate customersEscalation point for Operations, Customer Service & W&T matters in the countryAssist to manage costs/budget and headcount of the functionKey Qualifications & Requirements: -
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Trade, or a related field master's degree is a plus.
- Minimum 8-10 years of progressive airfreight operations experience, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial or supervisory role overseeing country operations.
- In-depth knowledge of airfreight markets, local customs regulations, import/export procedures, and industry best practices across Thailand.
- Proven track record in leading and developing high-performing operations teams, driving productivity, and achieving operational excellence.
- Strong experience in managing relationships with air carriers, ground handlers, customs brokers, and other logistics service providers, with excellent negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to monitor and control operational costs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and improve profit margins while maintaining high service quality.
- Familiarity with key performance indicators (KPIs) for airfreight operations and experience in preparing operational reports and presenting insights to senior management.
- Proficiency in digital logistics tools (e.g., CargoWise, Microsoft Office Suite) and experience in leveraging technology to improve operational efficiency.
- Fluent in English
- Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and crisis management skills, with the ability to proactively address operational disruptions and adapt to changing market conditions.