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About the role
The Regional Air Freight Manager owns and leads all aspects of air freight performance, strategy, and business growth across assigned trade lanes and geographic territories (e.g., SouthCentral, Mountain and SouthWest/SoCal or designated regional trade lanes). This multi-dimensional role carries end-to-end financial accountability, down to Contribution Profit, while leading regional capacity procurement, bespoke door-to-door solution design, and go-to-market (GTM) commercial execution. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Industry Experience: 7+ years of experience at a freight forwarder or in a similar field
- Solutioning & Pricing Expertise: 5+ years of direct experience designing complex, door-to-door air freight routing solutions and competitive pricing models for enterprise customers of varying sizes
- Commercial & Executive Engagement: Proven track record in business development, senior-level client relationship management, and winning strategic RFQs
- Network & Industry Rolodex: Established relationships with regional and global airline leadership, as well as an active client network within the region (highly preferred)
- Financial & Analytical Acumen: Deep understanding of freight forwarding economics, P&L management, yield optimization, and data-driven decision-making
- End-to-End Operational Knowledge: Direct, practical knowledge of air freight operations, TSA/security regulations, cross-border customs, carrier routings, and local drayage workflows
More about this role
At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $10T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year.
The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. We are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.
The Regional Air Freight Manager owns and leads all aspects of air freight performance, strategy, and business growth across assigned trade lanes and geographic territories (e.g., SouthCentral, Mountain and SouthWest/SoCal or designated regional trade lanes). This multi-dimensional role carries end-to-end financial accountability, down to Contribution Profit, while leading regional capacity procurement,...
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