Manager, Airfreight

Job Req Number: 89056
Time Type: Full Time

Are you passionate about putting customers first, delivering the best performance, and fostering true collaboration to keep the supply chains flowing? Join us and be a part of DSV’s global family.

DSV Air & Sea is seeking to hire a skilled and passionate Manager, Airfreight in Auckland.

This position is responsible for the overall business and financial operation of all airfreight related activities for the branch. As well as leading a team of airfreight operators the position will have responsibility for achieving and reporting on KPI’s.

Your typical day at DSV:

• Establish and maintain airfreight and customer relationships.
• Database management including invoicing and quoting.
• Be responsible for the overall performance for the airfreight operations and ensure management intensity is maintained in key performance areas.
• Facilitate the provision of operational supports including import and export documentation, synchronisation of origin/destination zone transport, customs formalities and the overall scope of the door to door trade.
• Ensure effective and timely delivery of customer commitments by the organisation.
• Lead, direct and support daily operations as well as spearheading the development and rollout of improvement initiatives.
• Create a challenging, rewarding and open work environment that facilitates constructive communication and motivates performance.
• Identify and groom staff with potential for succession.
• Constantly monitor cost control efforts within the Department.

About you:

• At least 5-7 years of experience in a senior airfreight operations role or similar position.
• Experience with EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) software solutions and large, complex organizations.
• Extensive experience in all aspects of Supplier Relationship Management and a strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements.

Why DSV?

DSV is a dynamic workplace that fosters inclusivity and diversity. We conduct our business with integrity, respecting different cultures and the dignity and rights of individuals. When you join DSV, you are working for one of the very best performing companies in the transport and logistics industry. You’ll join a talented team of approximately 75,000 employees in over 80 countries, working passionately to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services. DSV aspires to lead the way towards a more sustainable future for our industry and are committed to trading on nature’s terms.

We promote collaboration and transparency and strive to attract, motivate and retain talented people in a culture of respect. If you are driven, talented and wish to be part of a progressive and versatile organisation, we’ll support you and your need to achieve your potential and forward your career. Visit dsv.com

At DSV, we believe diversity gives us a competitive edge and as such we value the diverse backgrounds and experiences that people bring to our business. We welcome everyone from all walks of life including First Nations Peoples, Veterans, and people of all ages, genders, and abilities. Everyone should feel welcome here. We're all about hiring the best talent. We want a team that's as diverse and dynamic as our communities.