AIR FREIGHT MANAGER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Published: Nov 15, 2024 - The Air Freight Manager efficiently drives expectations set by senior leadership and presents station operating metrics to all levels of company leaders. This role requires familiarity with airline and shipping line tracking tools, knowledge of Dangerous Goods, and proficiency in advanced Microsoft Office applications. Additionally, this position supports the sales team on client calls and passes a TSA security screening process.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Air Freight Manager Resume
  • Logistics Management
  • Freight Optimization
  • Customs Regulations
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
  • Inventory Management
  • International Trade Laws
  • Financial Forecasting
  • Data Analysis
  • Safety Compliance
  • Leadership
  • Problem-Solving
  • Decision-Making
  • Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork
  • Negotiation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Conflict Resolution

Summary of Air Freight Manager Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BS in Logistics with 3 Years of Experience

  • Mature with strong attendance and on-time work ethic
  • Ability to multi-task with strong attention to detail
  • MS Word, Excel, and Outlook, experience
  • Experience with customer relations and relationship management
  • Excellent planning and organizing skills and adept at problem-solving and have excellent negotiating skills
  • Able to effectively & communicate verbally and in written form across all levels of the organization
  • Proven experience in building successful teams
  • Proven leadership in mentoring a team and assisting in guiding their career expectations
  • Leadership experience in a professional setting

2. BA in Supply Chain Management with 5 Years of Experience

  • Able to drive expectations set by the company and Sr. Leadership
  • Able to present station operating metrics to leaders at all levels within the company
  • Comfortable accompanying the sales team on client calls, as needed
  • Experience in freight forwarding managing domestic and international operations, 
  • Leadership experience in a professional setting
  • Able to pass a TSA security screening process
  • Experience in freight forwarding managing domestic and international operations
  • Knowledge of Dangerous Goods
  • Airline / Shipping Line tracking tools experience
  • Advanced Microsoft Office such as Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word

3. BS in Business Administration with 2 Years of Experience

  • Experience in leadership in a freight forwarding environment
  • Experience using the CargoWise software
  • Commercial (sales) experience
  • Proven track record in people management roles (leadership, motivation and people skills)
  • Positive attitude with a commitment to quality
  • Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written, and presentations)
  • Strong computer skills: Microsoft (i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, & Outlook)
  • Experience in International Freight Management
  • Experience working in a managerial capacity