Head of Air Freight (ID: 688754)

ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the Air Freight profit and loss across the Singapore–Malaysia region.Develop and implement the Air Freight strategy for the Singapore–Malaysia region, in alignment with GFS Air Product guidelines and broader corporate goals.Direct cross-border trucking operations to support the air freight network, delivering seamless first- and last-mile connections between Singapore and Malaysia.Supervise gateway and hub activities in both markets to maintain consistent service quality, regulatory compliance, and operational robustness.Cultivate and sustain key relationships with airlines, GSAs, and logistics providers to secure optimal capacity, rates, and performance.Manage sourcing of non-preferred carriers and local pricing discussions to drive competitiveness and profitability.Contribute pricing expertise, operational assessments, and coordinated implementation for regional and global tenders in collaboration with the COE and commercial teams.Achieve superior customer experience via dependable service delivery, prompt problem-solving, and ongoing enhancements.Allocate resources and priorities effectively across Singapore, Malaysia, and the COE to enable scalable and efficient product operations.Partner with sales teams in Singapore and Malaysia to build the pipeline and secure deal closures.RequirementsMinimum 8 years of experience in the freight forwarding industry, with 3–5 years in a managerial role. In-depth expertise in air freight pricing and procurement, with established networks and strong relationships with airlines, agents, and trucking providers.Demonstrated track record in managing air freight projects and solutions.Proficiency with CargoWise One is an advantage.Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click on “Apply”. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.EA License No.: 01C4394 (PERSOL SINGAPORE PTE LTD)By sending us your personal data and curriculum vitae (CV), you are deemed to consent to PERSOL Singapore Pte Ltd and its affiliates to collect, use and disclose your personal data for the purposes set out in the Privacy Policy available at https://www.persolsingapore.com/policies. You acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree with the Privacy Policy.