General Manager, Air Freight

1 day ago

Kuala Lumpur International Airport Selangor, Malaysia Cornerstone Global Partners Full time 150,000 - 250,000 per year

Overview:

This position oversees the end-to-end air freight operations and commercial performance, driving sales growth, service excellence, and operational efficiency across Malaysia. The ideal candidate is a strong people leader with deep air freight knowledge and a proven track record in managing both commercial and operational functions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the overall Air Freight division, ensuring operational excellence across import/export processes, documentation, and customer service.
  • Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue, GP, and volume targets.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with airlines, consolidators, and key clients to secure capacity and competitive rates.
  • Oversee freight procurement, carrier negotiations, and rate management in line with market trends.
  • Drive team performance through coaching, KPI management, and training initiatives.
  • Monitor financial performance, ensuring cost control, accurate billing, and profitability of the division.
Key Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Business, Logistics, or related field.
  • Minimum 8–10 years of experience in air freight forwarding, with proven leadership in commercial and operational management.
  • Strong understanding of IATA regulations, carrier management, and freight operations.
  • Excellent communication skills in English. Ability to converse in Mandarin will be an advantage to liaise with Mandarin-speaking clients and partners.
  • Demonstrated success in leading teams and developing new business opportunities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and data-driven decision-making.

If you believe you fit the requirements for the role, please submit your application below or drop us an email directly quoting the job title.

Jenelle Pang

EA Registration Number: R

Cornerstone Global Partners Pte Ltd (EA License: 19C9859)

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