Head - Air Freight (North & East)

Head - Air Freight (North & East)

Start date 30/11/2026
Time Type Full or part time
Contract Type
Permanent
Mobile Work No mobile working
Reference ID JR126170
Company Name Rhenus A&O India Private Limited
Location
Gurgaon
Job Category Product Management
Business Unit
Air & Ocean
Contact Person Ananna Das

Your Benefits

Reference ID JR126170
Company Name Rhenus A&O India Private Limited
Location
Gurgaon
Job Category Product Management
Business Unit
Air & Ocean
Contact Person Ananna Das

Job Description

What you can expect

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the Air Freight business strategy in line with the company’s overall objectives.
  • Drive revenue, volume, profitability, and market-share growth for the Air Freight business.
  • Lead and manage the Air Freight team across relevant locations/functions.
  • Develop strong relationships with key customers, airlines, overseas partners, and other stakeholders.
  • Identify new business opportunities and drive customer acquisition and retention.
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activities, pricing, and industry developments.
  • Ensure effective coordination between Sales, Operations, and other internal functions.
  • Drive operational efficiency, service quality, and customer satisfaction.
  • Manage business budgets, costs, and profitability.
  • Develop and monitor KPIs for the Air Freight business and take corrective actions where required.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
  • Coach, mentor, and develop the team to build a strong and high-performing organization.

What you bring

Requirements

  • 15+ years of relevant experience in managing Air Freight operations and teams.
  • Strong expertise in both Air Export and Air Import.
  • Proven track record of leading Air Freight business operations and teams at a senior management level.
  • Strong commercial acumen with experience in business development and P&L management.
  • Well-established network across customers, airlines, and key industry stakeholders.
  • Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Demonstrated experience in driving business growth and leading large, high-performing teams.

Business Unit

Air & Ocean

Regardless of whether it is a long-distance shipment or a particularly time-critical shipment, we at Rhenus make everything possible for our customers and partners to get the goods to their destination safely and on time. Our particular strength lies in our global network, which is constantly being maintained and expanded. As part of Rhenus Air & Ocean you can, therefore, expect to find a whole host of exciting tasks all over the world, a wide range of opportunities for personal development, and the chance to take on responsibility in an international working environment.

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Welcome to Rhenus

Where our journey of growth connects with yours.

We are a global powerhouse on a mission to be pioneers in everything we do. United, we make an impact and dare to redefine what's possible. Ready to unlock untapped potential. We are on the fast track. At Rhenus, we thrive on collaboration. Every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. We stand as one global team. Where everyone contributes to our success. Together, we shape the future of logistics and beyond. Empowered by you.

Recruitment Process

Online application

Your documents will reach us quickly and directly via our online application form; depending on the position, a cover letter may be required. In any case, we are eager to see your CV and references – for us, the best way to make a good first impression.

Application screening

Our HR team and the responsible department will take a close look at your application as soon as possible. We will do our best to give you feedback within two weeks. With your agreement, we would also be happy to forward the documents to other business units if the selected position does not work out.

Selection Process

Depending on the position, there are various ways of finding out if we are a good match for each other. In most cases, we rely on a personal interview, on a eye level of course. Online tests, assessment centres or work on a trial basis may also be possible. In the end, the best decision is taken for both sides.

Onboarding

With your commitment, you are a part of the Rhenus Group right away – we are already eager to shape the logistics of the future together with you. To ensure that your start is a complete success, we will familiarise you with everything you need to know about Rhenus and your assignment with us. Your experienced colleagues will guide you every step of the way, and together you will easily master each of your new tasks.

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