Air Freight Procurement Manager

V-53044

Location
Khlong Toei
Salary
THB70000 - THB90000 per month

Expertise and Skill Tags

Our client is a globally recognized logistics and supply chain organization with a strong legacy of success and innovation. They are seeking a Country Procurement Manager to lead and elevate their airfreight procurement strategy at the country level.

This role is responsible for driving procurement excellence by building long-term, transparent, and strategic relationships with core carriers and suppliers. You will play a key role in shaping airfreight strategies, optimizing costs, and enhancing service performance while aligning closely with commercial and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Procurement & Commercial Alignment
  • Develop and execute airfreight procurement strategies aligned with country, regional, and global objectives
  • Partner with the Commercial Head to define trade lane focus based on pipeline, market insights, and internal capabilities
  • Identify growth opportunities and support business expansion through strategic supplier engagement
Supplier & Carrier Management
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with core carriers and GSAs at the country level
  • Evaluate carrier performance and ensure alignment with global core carrier policies
  • Lead contract negotiations, including rates, agreements, and bank guarantees in coordination with regional stakeholders
  • Monitor supplier performance through structured reviews, cost controls, and audits
Operational Excellence & Performance Management
  • Ensure competitive buying rates and maintain effective tariff structures
  • Collaborate closely with operations and sales teams to maximize profitability and service quality
  • Drive a consolidation-focused approach to optimize shipment planning and pricing
  • Oversee booking performance and intervene in key cases to enhance margins
Team Leadership & Development
  • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing procurement team
  • Foster collaboration across procurement, operations, and commercial teams
  • Promote a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement
Market Intelligence & Innovation
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and regulatory changes
  • Provide actionable insights to senior leadership to support strategic decisions
  • Explore alternative routing, service solutions, and investment opportunities
  • Support new business implementation and potential gateway development within the country
Digital & Process Optimization
  • Leverage digital procurement and booking platforms to improve efficiency
  • Enhance processes to ensure scalability, transparency, and performance tracking
 

Key Requirements
  • Proven leadership experience with the ability to inspire and drive team performance
  • Strong commercial acumen with solid experience in P&L management
  • Deep expertise in the airfreight industry, including market dynamics and regulations
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic initiatives that improve profitability and service quality
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across all organizational levels
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
  • Ability to balance short-term operational needs with long-term strategic goals
  • Experience working in cross-functional and regional/global environments

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Our client is a globally recognized logistics and supply chain organization with a strong legacy of success and innovation. They are seeking a Country Procurement Manager to lead and elevate their airfreight procurement strategy at the country level.

This role is responsible for driving procurement excellence by building long-term, transparent, and strategic relationships with core carriers and suppliers. You will play a key role in shaping airfreight strategies, optimizing costs, and enhancing service performance while aligning closely with commercial and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Procurement & Commercial Alignment
  • Develop and execute airfreight procurement strategies aligned with country, regional, and global objectives
  • Partner with the Commercial Head to define trade lane focus based on pipeline, market insights, and internal capabilities
  • Identify growth opportunities and support business expansion through strategic supplier engagement
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  • Build and maintain strong relationships with core carriers and GSAs at the country level
  • Evaluate carrier performance and ensure alignment with global core carrier policies
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  • Monitor supplier performance through structured reviews, cost controls, and audits
Operational Excellence & Performance Management
  • Ensure competitive buying rates and maintain effective tariff structures
  • Collaborate closely with operations and sales teams to maximize profitability and service quality
  • Drive a consolidation-focused approach to optimize shipment planning and pricing
  • Oversee booking performance and intervene in key cases to enhance margins
Team Leadership & Development
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  • Foster collaboration across procurement, operations, and commercial teams
  • Promote a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement
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  • Provide actionable insights to senior leadership to support strategic decisions
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  • Leverage digital procurement and booking platforms to improve efficiency
  • Enhance processes to ensure scalability, transparency, and performance tracking
 

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  • Strong commercial acumen with solid experience in P&L management
  • Deep expertise in the airfreight industry, including market dynamics and regulations
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic initiatives that improve profitability and service quality
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across all organizational levels
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
  • Ability to balance short-term operational needs with long-term strategic goals
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