Air Import Manager

Company Description

“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

With over 18,000 trained professionals across 350+ locations worldwide, we deliver logistics solutions that are built on professionalism, integrity, and a culture of innovation.  Join us and become part of a Fortune 500 company with globally unified systems and a strong commitment to excellence.

Job Description

We are looking for a passionate and results-oriented Air Import Product Manager to strengthen our air product in the marketplace.  In this role, you will lead operational efficiency, optimize financial performance, and drive growth while ensuring a world-class customer experience.

What You Will Do:

• Oversee and support daily quotations and pricing requests.
• Ensure accurate local charges and agreements to minimize losses and maintain profitability.
• Build and maintain expert knowledge of air import processes including Breakbulk, Gateway, and Pricing.
• Lead team huddles and monthly meetings to share market insights, set goals, and manage workloads.
• Drive discussions during weekly sales meetings focused on air import market updates and trends.
• Partner with District Management to grow revenue and achieve budget targets.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with BNP, AJAX, CLH, and Finance to ensure accurate reporting and healthy financial performance.
• Support the Trade Compliance Manager in ensuring compliance training and global standards.
• Lead and encourage system and process improvements to increase efficiency.
• Conduct performance appraisals and one-on-one meetings.
• Stay proactive in implementing new system enhancements and supporting organizational change.

Qualifications

What You Bring:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication and listening skills
• Proven leadership and emotional intelligence
• Ability to lead change and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Strong presentation, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Strategic mindset with strong business acumen
• Fluency in English
• Global logistics industry knowledge (Air Import expertise preferred)
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in freight forwarding or air logistics
• IATA/FIATA Introductory Course graduate (preferred)

Additional Information

Why Join Us:

• Paid Vacation, and Sick Leave
• Health and Medical Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Training and Career Development Opportunities
• Growth opportunities within a Global Organization
• Employee Referral Program Bonus