Head of Airfreight Logistics

Company Description

Janio is a cross-border logistics platform providing integrated end-to-end logistics solutions across Southeast Asia (SEA). As a smart logistics solutions provider, we are geared towards connecting industry players globally. Our vision includes incorporating AI and machine learning for smarter logistics management.

Role Description

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic
Head of Airfreight Logistics & Procurement
to lead our airfreight operations and procurement strategy across the Southeast Asia region. Reporting directly to the
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
, you will be responsible for driving competitive advantage through effective network management, strategic sourcing, and meticulous operational oversight. This is a critical leadership role requiring deep industry expertise and a proven ability to build and manage high-performing teams and networks.

What a Typical Day Looks Like

A significant portion of your time will be dedicated to leadership, strategic sourcing, and operational governance:

• Team Leadership & Development:
  Conduct
  required 1-on-1s
  with relevant team members provide coaching, feedback, and career guidance.
• Strategic Procurement Management:
  Lead the
  Procurement Process
  to monitor the status of ongoing procurement activities, track progress against goals, and make necessary strategic adjustments.
• Target Setting:
  Define and set ambitious
  Monthly Procurement Targets
  that align with the company's regional cost and service objectives.
• Operational Planning:
  Conduct
  Shipping Plan Review
  to ensure alignment between sales forecasts, operational capacity, and optimal cost structures.
• Incident Management:
  Handle
  ad hoc incidents
  and operational escalations, ensuring proper process adherence and coordinating swift, effective resolution across all internal and external stakeholders.

Key Expectations & Requirements

Experience & Leadership

• 8+ years of extensive experience
  in airfreight logistics, with a strong focus on the
  e-commerce
  sector.
• 5+ years of dedicated experience in strategic procurement
  or sourcing within the logistics industry.
• Proven ability to
  periodically, but consistently review the team
  against set expectations and objectives to drive
  continuous improvement
  across all domains in the region.

Strategy & Network Building

• Deep understanding of the logistics network in Southeast Asia (SEA)
  , demonstrated by the ability to create a comprehensive overview of partners, lanes, and service target rates.
• Possess an
  existing network of network partners and strong connections
  in the region that can be immediately
  activated
  to speed up conversations while consistently meeting target rates and service levels.

Technical Expertise & Execution

• Ability to
  procure rates on an ad hoc basis
  that
  go beyond the outcomes of following strict SOPs
  , utilizing your deep network and market knowledge to secure exceptional deals.
• Expert
  knowledge of best practices
  regarding air freight policies and movement, including but not limited to
  Block Space Agreements (BSA), Palletization, and Unit Load Device (ULD) utilization
  .

Reporting Structure

• This role
  reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO)
  .