Manager Air Export

Move the world with us! AIT is a global freight forwarding and logistics company headquartered in Chicago. Are you looking for an exciting and varied job? Then you are exactly right for us! Become part of the international supply chain and move the world with us!

Does that sound interesting? Then make AIT Worldwide Logistics the next stop on your career ladder!

Übersicht As Manager Air Export you will ensure the smooth and timely processing of all export shipments, maintaining full oversight of operational flow and proactively resolving any exceptions as they arise. You will also be responsible for optimizing and safeguarding the documentation of all procedures and processes, making sure that standards are consistently applied and continuously improved. In addition, you will maintain and further develop relationships with existing customers, while also taking an active role in acquiring new customers and expanding the commercial footprint of the department.

Verantwortungsbereiche

• Management, organization, and coordination of the export department
• Optimization of processes and procedures
• Securing a high level of customer satisfaction while complying with customer-specific processes and procedures
• Customer support and consulting as well as acquisition of new customers
• Leading, supporting, evaluating, and training employees
• Management of the export department in organizational and technical terms
• Bookings of air cargo shipments with the airlines
• Supporting and advising customers
• Preparation of calculations and analyses as well as presentations
• Carrying out customs clearance
• Handling correspondence with customers, agents, and service providers
• Organization of different transports
• Conducting negotiation and sales meetings

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree or a completed commercial training in freight forwarding
• Completed education in freight forwarding or in business administration
• Experience in international freight forwarding
• Experience in commercial assistance of advantage
• Fluent oral and written German and English is a must
• Additional (major) European languages would be an asset
• Accurate, efficient, and independent way of working
• Organizational talent as well as analytical skills
• Quick perception and open for changes
• Flexibility and ability to work under pressure

Was AIT Ihnen bieten kann Benefits We believe in rewarding your talent and supporting your growth and long-term security. In addition to a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, you’ll enjoy:

• Modern workplace equipment to support your daily work
• Capital‑forming benefits of up to €40 per month, helping you build financial assets
• A company pension plan with our preferred provider Allianz, including an employer contribution of up to 15% in line with statutory regulations
• 30 days of paid holiday per year to relax and recharge
• Five paid volunteer hours per year, giving you the opportunity to give back to the community

Über AIT Worldwide AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail—on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.