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National Air Logistics Manager

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Kuehne+Nagel

7d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Logistics
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Manila

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, 5-10 years of leadership in air logistics, excellent interpersonal skills, business acumen, project management experience, and proficiency in MS Office.
  • You will drive growth, manage P&L, develop client relations, oversee operational execution, lead teams, and foster talent while ensuring alignment with business strategies and market trends.

Requirements

  • - Relevant degree in Business / Logistics / Engineering
  • - Leadership experience: 5-10 years
  • - Excellent Knowledge of Air Logistics transportation
  • - Experience in direct customer contact
  • - Advanced Interpersonal/Intercultural skills in order to manage a variety of stakeholders in countries.
  • - Ability to influence, negotiate and resolve conflicts on internal and external board level.
  • - Presentation and moderation skills
  • - Very strong business development skills and commercial acumen
  • - Team leader and team player. Energetic leadership personality, excellent communicator, networking and presentation skills, highly pro-active, fast acting, supportive and self-motivated.
  • - Project minded, project management and coordination skills.
  • - Goal oriented and able to work under pressure.
  • - Open minded and willing to learn.
  • - Analytical skills / Excellent skills in MS Office, i.e. Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

  • Actively own growth opportunities and partner with country and corporate stakeholders
  • Act as Co-Pilot for selected GA and NA customers.
  • Make commercial decisions in and outside RFQs to win and retain business.
  • Acquires or supports the acquisition of new business and supports the account management.
  • Promotes customer relations and develops the existing client base.
  • Localizes the global Airfreight products to meet assigned market expectations and requirements.
  • Monitors market trends and competitor activity in order to identify new business opportunities (acquisition candidates, new services, business partners, etc.)
  • Supports and cooperates in the determination of the global business strategy and executes/ secures its implementation.
  • Constant and extensive exchange with NA/ZA peer group on customer/trade development
  • Constant and extensive exchange with respective N/ZA-D in regard to Strategic Customer/Product Development, Pricing, including final responsibility on pricing/risk exposure on strategic RFQs. Supports the business development process (tender analysis, solution design, costing, pricing and service offering).
  • Close collaboration with KN Group Companies (Apex, Quick, Morgan Cargo) where applicable
  • Close collaboration with KN Perishable Management/PER Group companies, Business Development and Synergies, where applicable
  • Carries the profit and loss responsibility for the assigned country
  • Link financial performance to commercial actions
  • Actively own P&L and customer profitability
  • Manage RFC
  • Creates and monitors the annual budget, initiates corrective actions in case of deviations.
  • Supports the National Team in Operation Management / Strategy as per RACI
  • Ensures daily operational execution as customer delivery
  • Supports the Corporate Procurement and Carrier Management / Strategy
  • Foster a continuous improvement culture.
  • Lead national Air Logistics teams.
  • Grow talents and manage succession plans.
  • Leads and steers the organization in line with the KN Culture based on KN Roadmap, particular KN experience and be a role model of the before mentioned.
  • Ensures the identification and development of an internal talent pipeline for the organization.
  • Pro-actively supports in regard to talents, people development and fostering of international exchange

FAQs

What is the main role of the National Air Logistics Manager?

The main role of the National Air Logistics Manager is to lead the Air Logistics department, focusing on customer development, commercial ownership of the Profit and Loss statement, and people development in alignment with corporate strategies.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A relevant degree in Business, Logistics, or Engineering and 5-10 years of leadership experience in Air Logistics transportation are required.

What are the key responsibilities of the National Air Logistics Manager?

Key responsibilities include business and product development, profit development, operations excellence, and leadership of the national Air Logistics teams.

Is experience in customer relations important for this role?

Yes, direct customer contact experience is crucial for managing relationships and promoting customer relations effectively.

What skills are necessary for success in this position?

Necessary skills include strong business development skills, excellent knowledge of air logistics transportation, advanced interpersonal skills, negotiation abilities, and proficiency in MS Office applications.

How is performance assessed in this role?

Performance is assessed based on the success of customer development, profitability, successful implementation of corporate strategies, and the ability to lead and develop the national team.

Does this position involve collaboration with other departments or companies?

Yes, the National Air Logistics Manager will collaborate with corporate Airfreight Management, local teams, and other Kuehne+Nagel Group companies.

What is the company culture like at Kuehne+Nagel?

Kuehne+Nagel promotes a collaborative and high-performing culture, emphasizing diversity and equal opportunity within teams.

Who should I contact if I have further questions about the position?

You can contact Charlie Aguilar at charlie.aguilar@kuehne-nagel.com for further inquiries regarding the position.

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Kuehne+Nagel

We shape the world of logistics by connecting people and goods through innovative and sustainable logistics solutions.

Transportation
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1890
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Kuehne + Nagel, a global logistics company with a significant presence in the UK, specialises in providing end-to-end logistics and supply chain solutions. Their core services encompass transportation, logistics, and supply chain management, offering tailored solutions for businesses across various industries. The ultimate mission of Kuehne + Nagel is to facilitate seamless global trade and commerce by optimising and enhancing the efficiency of supply chains. The company's purpose is to act as a strategic partner for its clients, delivering reliable and innovative logistics solutions that enable businesses to connect with markets, optimise distribution networks, and achieve operational excellence.