Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Air Freight Pricing & Procurement Manager to drive competitive pricing strategies, manage airline relationships, andsupport business growth through effective cost management and marketintelligence. This role plays a key part in ensuring profitability, securingcapacity, and delivering optimal pricing solutions to internal stakeholders andcustomers.

Key Responsibilities

Pricing & Procurement

• Manage and maintain air freight pricing, including spot quotations, tariff rates, and contract pricing
• Lead airline rate procurement activities to ensure competitive and market-aligned pricing
• Negotiate rates, space allocation, and capacity commitments with airlines, GSAs, and partners
• Optimize pricing structures to maximize profitability and margins

Business Development, Commercial Support & RFQ Management

• Identify and develop new business opportunities by analysing market freight data and proposing competitive pricing strategies
• Drive business acquisition through proactive pricing solutions for target customers
• Actively support and lead RFQs, tenders, and bidding processes for prospective and existing accounts
• Partner closely with Sales teams to deliver strategic pricing solutions that improve win rates
• Provide timely and effective pricing support to meet customer requirements and commercial objectives

Market Intelligence & Analysis

• Monitor and analyse market trends, rate fluctuations, and competitor pricing
• Research and identify opportunities to enhance pricing competitiveness
• Maintain visibility on airline costing, flight routes, and capacity conditions

Carrier Management & Coordination

• Build and maintain strong relationships with airlines, GSAs, and strategic partners
• Ensure effective communication on surcharge updates, market changes, and carrier notices
• Optimize loading plans and space utilization based on daily allotments

Internal Collaboration & Compliance

• Work closely with Operations, Sales, and Overseas offices to align pricing strategies
• Ensure compliance with company pricing policies and approval processes
• Maintain and update pricing systems, databases, and tools for operational efficiency
• Provide support for customer escalations related to pricing and capacity issues

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 58 years of experience in Air Freight Pricing, Procurement, or Commercial Management.
• Strong knowledge of airline pricing structures, capacity management, and global air freight market dynamics.
• Experience in RFQ/RFP management and multinational customer accounts.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, problem solving and communication skills.
• Proficiencyin Excel, pricing tools, and freight forwarding systems.