Air Freight Specialist

Year    DL, IN, India

Job Description

Role Description



This is a full-time on-site role for a Air Freight Operations Specialist (Freight Forwarding) at Bali And Company Logistics Private Limited, located in Connaught Place, New Delhi. The selected candidate will

lead Air Freight operations (Imports & Exports)

under our growing freight forwarding division.

Summary



If you've spent

3-5 years in Air Freight (Pricing + Operations)

, you're likely a strong fit.

We're looking for someone who

knows how cargo actually moves by air

(not just on paper).

You've:

Actively negotiated with

airlines, co-loaders, consolidators and overseas agents

Personally handled

time-bound, high-value, and special cargo shipments

Stepped in when things broke, and

fixed problems under pressure


This is

not

a role for someone "trying to switch into freight" or "exploring something new."
This is for someone who already understands

air freight operations end-to-end

and wants to build something meaningful, long-term.

Your Core Responsibilities



You will

own and lead Air Freight operations

(Import & Export). Specifically, you will:

Plan & Execute Shipments



Handle

end-to-end air freight shipments

: from enquiry, routing, and booking to uplift, arrival, and final delivery. Coordinate closely with

airlines, co-loaders, consolidators, transporters, and our in-house Customs team

. Ensure

on-time uplift

, smooth trans-shipments, and compliant documentation for each shipment.

Negotiate & Close



Negotiate

buy rates

with airlines, co-loaders, and overseas agents across key trade lanes. Finalize

sell rates

, ensuring

healthy GP, credit discipline, and recovery

. Maintain rate sheets and help design

pricing strategies

for spot and contract business.

Handle Time-Sensitive / Special Cargo



Plan and execute

urgent, high-value, and sensitive shipments

(machinery, electronics, pharma, media, event, diplomatic, etc.). Work with relevant stakeholders for

temperature-controlled, ODC, DGR, and special handling

cargo where required.

Monitor & Own Shipment Lifecycle



Track and monitor each shipment from

booking to POD & invoice

. Coordinate

pre-alerts, arrival notices, DOs, handovers to CHA, and final deliveries

. Proactively manage delays, roll-overs, offloads, and

operational breakdowns

, keeping all parties informed.

Build & Manage Networks



Build and maintain a

strong network of overseas agents

, airline reps, and local partners at major airports. Strengthen our presence across

key trade lanes (China, Europe, Middle East, USA, Far East, etc.)

.

Commercial & Documentation Discipline



Ensure

accurate documentation

(MAWB/HAWB, invoices, packing lists, permits, etc.) as per airline, country, and regulatory requirements. Coordinate with accounts for

invoicing, collections, and credit control

. Keep a close eye on

costs, GP, and recovery

, and flag leakages or risks early.

Client Communication & Service



Be the

primary operations contact

for shippers/consignees on Air shipments. Provide

clear, timely updates

and handle escalations professionally. Support the commercial team in

retaining and growing key accounts

through reliable execution.

This Role Is for You If



You've

independently handled Air Freight operations end-to-end

, not just "coordinated" or "assisted". You're comfortable discussing

rates, GP, routing, recovery, and execution

in one breath. You've dealt with

time-bound, sensitive shipments

and solved issues directly with airlines/agents. You've built

working relationships with airline reps, co-loaders, consolidators, and overseas agents

. You genuinely

enjoy the operational + commercial side

of air freight (not just one piece of it).

Must-Haves



3-5 years

of

hands-on experience in international Air Freight forwarding

(Imports & Exports).

Demonstrated success in:

Rate negotiation

with airlines/co-loaders/consolidators

Margin planning, GP ownership, and recovery

End-to-end shipment handling

(not just documentation or pricing)

Strong exposure to:

MAWB / HAWB processes, volumetric weight calculations, airline cut-offs, and routing

INCOTERMS, airport/terminal processes, and standard documentation flows

Ability to work

independently

, take decisions, and own outcomes without constant supervision.

Structured, reliable work ethic

and strong

commercial acumen

. Comfortable using basic

TMS / ERP / email / Excel

for daily operations and reporting.

Preferred Qualifications



Bachelor's degree in

Logistics, Supply Chain, Commerce, Business

, or similar. Prior experience at a

freight forwarding company

with solid

Air Freight exposure

at major Indian airports. Experience handling:

Special cargo

(temperature-controlled, DGR, project, event, ATA Carnet, etc.)

Time-critical shipments

where minutes matter. Exposure to

multi-airport operations

and vendor management (transporters, warehouses, etc.). Confidence in

client-facing communication

and

stakeholder management

.

Not a Fit If



You've

never independently handled Air Freight operations

(import/export) or always needed someone above you to close. You're strong at

talking and selling

, but weak on

execution, follow-through, and recovery

. You require

constant supervision

to keep shipments moving. You're looking at this as a temporary

side-step

rather than a

long-term build

.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Provident Fund
Ability to commute/relocate:

New Delhi, Delhi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:

international freight forwarding (Air Pricing + Operations): 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4861407
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    DL, IN, India
  • Education
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  • Experience
    Year