Global Air Freight Operations Strategist

2 days ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Maersk Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Global Air Freight Operations Strategist to join our team at Maersk. As an Airfreight Operations Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless operation of air freight shipments for our global account, an agri-chemical manufacturer.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Air Freight Quotation & Coordination: Coordinate the air freight rate quotation process, ensuring accuracy and alignment with client requirements. Sense-check rate requests before submission to third-party logistics providers (3PLs), leveraging expertise to identify viable air freight options.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Manage supplier performance, service levels, and continuous improvement initiatives. Foster collaborative partnerships with vendors to drive operational excellence and address performance issues promptly.
  • Data Management: Manage data exchange and communication with the client on a daily basis, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of air freight activities and performance metrics.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Stay abreast of IATA regulations, new CDG rules for scanning, and other industry regulations. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitate necessary certifications, such as known consignor status.
  • HSSE (Health, Safety, Security, and Environment): Implement and uphold HSSE standards and protocols related to air freight operations, together with the 3PLs.
  • Product Launch Support: Provide logistical support for product launches, including transportation planning, route optimization, and coordination of air freight activities.
  • Operational Excellence: Act as a subject matter expert for airfreight operations, providing guidance and support to internal teams and external partners. But also to various customer sites on packaging and labeling requirements.
  • Operational Escalations: Provide operational support and guidance to customer experience teams to resolve escalated issues related to airfreight shipments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely resolution and minimize disruptions.
  • Continues Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize air freight processes.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should have:

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in air freight operations, with a strong understanding of industry regulations and best practices.
  • Proven track record of managing vendor relationships and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering results and driving operational excellence.
  • Knowledge of IATA regulations, HSSE standards, and international shipping practices.
  • Experience in charter handling and specialized air freight services is a plus.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary of approximately $95,000 per year, based on location and experience. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and strive to create a culture that values and respects all employees.



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