Air Freight Senior Specialist (Export)

Join our dynamic Team at DHL Global Forwarding! We are looking for a Senior Air Freight Specialist, within our Air Freight Export Department, in our Sydney station.
 

About Us:

We are the leading global brand in the logistics industry, offering an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services across multiple modes of transportation to a diverse range of customers across the globe.

We connect people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows.

With specialized solutions for growth markets and industries, including technology, life sciences, and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing and energy, auto-mobility, and retail, we are decisively positioned as “The logistics company for the world.”

Key Responsibilities:



* To act as the key point of contact for allocated customers to create, manage and close job files.


* To complete all bookings and prepare all documentation in accordance with customer requirements and/or prevailing standard operating procedures (SOP) in a timely manner.


* To monitor shipment progress including ensuring bookings are set up and planned to meet customer specific “on time” performance


* To update the TMS accurately for all responsible shipment milestones and on time.


* To complete all billing requirements accurately including capturing all services sold or provided and applying revenue and costs correctly.


* To support in resolving claims and disputes.


* Act as primary point of contact for airlines & CTOs to ensure smooth cargo handling & uplift.


* Liaise with carriers for space allocation, confirmed booking & schedules.


* Work closely with the warehouse team to coordinate loading plans.

Key Accountabilities:

To proactively oversee the customer shipments to ensure satisfaction at every touchpoint, fostering loyalty and driving repeat business.


* To minimise cost on every job file and maximise gross profit on every job file.


* To resolve issues with operational workflow and/or based on customer feedback, only escalating to your supervisor when unable to do so.


* To ensure all required documentation are in place as per the shipment requirements/SOP.

To be successful you will need:

All employees are expected to demonstrate our core behavioural dimensions to be successful.


* To Drive success through focusing on and utilising your strengths in a relentless pursuit of results.


* To Create a culture of trust where everyone feels empowered and motivated to work towards a common purpose.


* To Maintain a positive mindset, prioritising clear objectives in the face of challenges, change and uncertainty.


* To Demonstrate the will to win, being determined to succeed collaboratively while driving opportunities for growth.

What to expect from us:

What makes DHL great? Our People! We know each employee’s individual contributions collectively ensure we remain one of the largest delivery and logistics companies ...