Air Procurement Manager

Objective

Join us as an Air Procurement Manager to lead strategic partnerships with airlines and logistics providers, driving competitive solutions and operational excellence in global air freight sourcing.

Job Responsibility:

• Identify, source, and assess Airline's performance to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery of goods and services. Manage and Evaluate the logistics service provider. Establish the Global Pricing Governances

• Establish and maintain strong relationship with Airlines and Logistics Service Providers to negotiate favorable rates, service levels, and strategic partnership

• Manage contract negotiations, including rate agreements, service commitments, and performance metrics

• Engage and drive negotiations and involve in RFQ bidding with Air freight to secure the best rates in terms of pricing and space for cost saving/ efficiency

• Develop and establish the optimal air procurement strategy to maximize the revenue through Air product solutions enhancement as a leader

• Collaborate with Innovation and Operations team to develop the best/ most effective Air products solutions to potential clients

• Act as the primary point of contact between the company and key airline/LSP partners. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to optimize procurement processes and ensure alignment with business goals

• Ensure compliance with international air cargo regulations, including customs, security, and environmental standards

• Logistics Integration/ Local contract – Setup the customer's Purchasing & Pricing rate. Based on the rate, implement the integrated contract and select the optimized Logistics service provider

• Bachelor’s degree with major in Business Administration, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related field is preferred (Industrial engineering, Technology, Business management related knowledge is preferred)

• Air sales or pricing, procurement experience is a must

• Working experience with dealing the integrated contract/ setup spot rate strategy in a Global Logistics company (Airlines/ Forwarder)

• Minimum 15+ years of related working experience in Global Logistics Company or Airline/ Air Freight industry

• Deep understanding of Air spot rate and Supply Chain Management

• Strong in Air cargo sales experience- B2B Sales and Marketing Experience

• Experience in negotiating and managing relationships with carriers and co-loaders

• Experience with Global Account or pricing in Headquarter/ Regional Head Quarter

• Strong understanding of air freight operations, capacity management, and cost structures.

• Proven track record in negotiating with airlines and logistics service providers.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building/networking skills with internal teams and external partners.

• Strong negotiation skills and a proactive approach to conflict resolution.

• Proficient in data analysis and financial modelling to support decision-making.

• Familiarity with digital logistics platforms and their integration with business processes is a plus.

• English advanced level

• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

• Proficient in Microsoft computer skills especially Power point and Excel

Potential applicants will be considered for a Team Leader or Director position depending on their capabilities.