Area Head Of Air Freight

Maersk

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P&l responsibility
Air freight strategy execution
Commercial negotiation with airlines
** Maersk is seeking an Area Head of Air Freight to develop and execute the air freight strategy for the Southern Africa and Islands Area, with a focus on achieving sustainable growth and operational excellence. The role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the air freight industry, strong leadership skills, and a strategic mindset. **

Job Summary

  • The Area Head of Air Freight will play a critical role advancing and executing the overall Maersk Air Freight strategy to achieve sustainable profitable growth within Southern Africa and Islands Area (SAI).
  • This role is responsible for the air freight strategy, P&L, commercial traction and operational execution in the SAI Area, in adherence to Maersk procedures and policies.
  • When you join Maersk, you’ll find that the world is your workplace. You’ll work in a culturally diverse, stimulating environment, surrounded by new ideas and different ways of doing things.

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** Maersk is seeking an Area Head of Air Freight to develop and execute the air freight strategy for the Southern Africa and Islands Area, with a focus on achieving sustainable growth and operational excellence. The role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the air freight industry, strong leadership skills, and a strategic mindset. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • P&L responsibility
  • Air freight strategy execution
  • Commercial negotiation with airlines
  • Develop strategic trade lanes
  • Operational excellence
  • Customer specific solutions

Nice-to-have

  • Value-driven environment
  • Culturally diverse
  • Ethical competition
  • Constant Care and Humbleness
  • Inspiring and challenging place to work

Key Requirements

  • Tertiary qualification (university degree preferred)
  • Minimum 10 years' experience in Air Freight
  • Management/leadership responsibility
  • Proven record of commercial origination
  • Strong influencing skills
  • Flexible to travel 40-50%

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