Senior Air Freight Coordinator
Main Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Manage end‑to‑end airfreight operations for both standard and project-based shipments, including oversized, heavy-lift, or time‑critical cargo.
- Coordinate high‑volume bookings and space allocation with airlines and consolidators.
- Prepare and manage all required documentation such as airway bills, cargo manifests, DGR declarations, and import/export clearance paperwork.
- Ensure full compliance with IATA, TSA, CBP, and other regulatory guidelines.
- Communicate effectively with clients, carriers, ground handlers, and internal teams to set expectations and resolve operational issues.
- Monitor and track shipments, providing real‑time updates and addressing delays or exceptions proactively.
- Enter data accurately into TMS platforms and maintain organized shipment records.
- Optimize routing and ensure accurate rate application in partnership with pricing and procurement teams.
- Maintain data integrity within logistics systems and support timely billing and invoicing.
- Contribute to planning efforts for large-scale or high‑value freight movements alongside operations and engineering teams when required.
- Provide support, training, and mentorship to junior team members as needed.
Skills, Experience, and Attributes
- 3-5 years of hands-on experience in airfreight forwarding, including project cargo and high‑volume operations.
- Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) certification required.
- Strong knowledge of global airfreight processes, documentation requirements, and Incoterms.
- Familiarity with customs procedures, compliance standards, and country‑specific regulations.
- Proficiency with logistics platforms such as CargoWise, SAP TM, or similar systems.
- Excellent organizational abilities, with experience managing multiple complex shipments simultaneously.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines in a high‑stakes environment.
- This is an on‑site role.
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