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Airfreight Project Specialist

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    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Logistics
    Business, Operations & Strategy
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AI generated summary

  • You need strong airline connections, project management skills, capacity experience, a customer focus, fluency in English, and excellent communication, analytical, and negotiation abilities.
  • You will manage transport projects, pre-book airline space, coordinate local transport, supervise loading, monitor processes, communicate updates to customers, and evaluate project outcomes.

Requirements

  • Strong connection with airlines
  • Experience with capacity
  • Project management skills
  • Management and booking processes
  • Ability to work in a matrix organization
  • Very Strong customer focus
  • Fluent in English is a requirement, with any additional language(s) being an advantage
  • Good interpersonal, communication and excellent negotiating skills
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Personality: passionate, result oriented, problem-solver, self-starter, well-structured, professional

Responsibilities

  • Manage transport project from receiving the booking until delivery at end destination
  • Align all aspects of the transport with the customer project manager
  • Pre-book space with airlines according to requirements
  • Book local transport capacity from factory to Airport of departure
  • Align with destination team for receipt of cargo and final mile
  • Organize side-supervision at airport and plane loading
  • Highlight any risks as soon as possible
  • Supervise personally or through agent the plane loading
  • Monitor and update the customer about every process step
  • Evaluate project after finalising (any lessons learned?)
  • Issues of the movement to Capacity manager and Global control tower

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Airfreight Project Specialist?

The primary responsibility of the Airfreight Project Specialist is to organize complex airfreight movements and manage the operational process as well as the financial success of special cargo movements.

Where is the position of Airfreight Project Specialist based?

The position is based in Luxembourg.

What kind of skills are required for this role?

Required skills include strong connections with airlines, project management skills, experience with capacity management and booking processes, strong customer focus, and excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Is knowledge of languages other than English beneficial for this role?

Yes, being fluent in English is a requirement, and knowledge of additional languages is considered an advantage.

What measures will be used to evaluate the success of the Airfreight Project Specialist?

Success will be evaluated based on the transport of individual systems, constant updates to the customer, and ensuring alignment between the customer and Maersk on all related processes.

Is there an emphasis on diversity and inclusion in the hiring process?

Yes, Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from various backgrounds.

What type of environment will the Airfreight Project Specialist be working in?

The specialist will be working in a matrix organization, which requires collaboration across different teams and departments.

Are there specific objectives for the Airfreight Project Specialist position?

Yes, the individual key objectives include the execution of complex air freight shipments transport processes and managing project costs.

What kind of assistance is available during the application process?

Maersk provides support for any adjustments needed during the application and hiring process. Applicants can request special assistance via email.

What will be required as part of the pre-employment screening?

Prospective employees will be asked to provide a VOG (Certificate of Good Conduct) and VGB (Certificate of Good Behavior) as part of the pre-employment screening process.

Transportation
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Employees

Mission & Purpose

Maersk is a global leader in integrated container logistics, providing comprehensive shipping and supply chain services. The company specialises in container shipping, port operations, and supply chain management, helping businesses around the world move goods efficiently and reliably. Maersk's ultimate mission is to simplify global trade and make it more sustainable, enabling businesses to connect with markets across the globe. Their purpose is to drive the global economy forward by offering seamless, end-to-end logistics solutions that reduce complexity, increase efficiency, and promote environmental sustainability in international trade.