Editorial summary

The company, a leading provider of integrated logistics and supply chain solutions, is seeking a Deputy General Manager (Commercial Air Freight & Operations) for the East region to support business expansion and operational excellence. The role involves overseeing commercial and operational performance across freight forwarding, warehousing, transportation, and customs activities, as well as developing business strategies and managing key customer accounts. The position offers a salary of 12,000 and requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and industry expertise.

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Job description

[This job id 23290 first appeared in Job-Q.com on 03 Aug 2026]

Our client is a leading integrated logistics and supply chain solutions provider. Due to business expansion, they are now recruiting a Deputy General Manager (Air Freight) to support business growth and operational excellence. They are located in the Central – easily accessible.

Responsibilities:

• Support the overall business strategy by overseeing commercial and operational performance across freight forwarding, warehousing, transportation, and customs activities.
• Develop and execute business plans, sales strategies, and revenue growth initiatives while managing key customer accounts and strategic partnerships.
• Lead contract negotiations, tender submissions, pricing strategies, and vendor management to optimize profitability and service delivery.
• Oversee operational processes, compliance standards, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and service quality.
• Monitor financial performance, budgeting, and departmental KPIs to ensure business objectives are achieved.
• Drive process enhancement and digitalization initiatives to improve operational visibility and productivity.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure seamless project execution and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, and corporate governance policies.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in logistics, freight forwarding, supply chain, or transportation operations.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing business operations and commercial functions.
• Experience in budgeting, P&L management, contract negotiation, and business development.
• Familiar with Air freight forwarding 50%, Sea Freight 30%, Road freight 20%, warehousing, transportation, customs processes, and supply chain operations.
• Knowledge of ERP, logistics management systems, CRM platforms, or equivalent business applications.
• Comfort to travel overseas APAC region 4-7 times a year.

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click APPLY NOW or email an updated copy of your resume/CV.

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