Associate Manager - Interline and Trucking

Job Description

Job Purpose To manage all aspects of interline and trucking operations for Air India s cargo division, ensuring efficient coordination and optimal execution of cargo transport activities. To enhance partnership relations and operational compliance, driving effective and profitable interline and trucking strategies Key Accountabilities Interline Partnership Management Develop and maintain robust relationships with interline partners, including other airlines and logistics providers. Negotiate and establish service level agreements, operational procedures, and performance metrics. Trucking Operations Oversight Oversee the planning and execution of trucking operations for cargo transport, ensuring alignment with cargo volumes, customer demands, and network schedules. Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with trucking service providers. Compliance and Standards Enforcement Ensure all trucking and interline operations adhere to regulatory requirements, safety standards, and customs regulations. Performance Monitoring Monitor and report on key performance indicators for interline and trucking operations, including on-time performance, cargo handling accuracy, and cost-effectiveness. Prepare regular reports for management review. Skills/Qualities Required Advanced Analytical Skills Problem Solving Interpersonal and Communication Skills Regulatory Knowledge Stakeholder Management Key Interfaces Internal Interfaces Cargo Operations Collaborate to ensure seamless coordination of interline transfers and trucking operations. Cargo Sales and Ground Handling Coordinate trucking requirements and operational strategies. External Interfaces Interline Partners Maintain effective partnerships with other airlines and logistics providers. Trucking Service Providers Manage and optimize relationships with trucking companies to ensure efficient cargo transportation. Educational and Experience Requirements Minimum Education requirements Bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Experience Minimum Desired 3-5 years of experience in interline partnerships management and trucking operations within the airline or logistics industry. 5+ years of experience in managing interline and trucking operations, demonstrating successful coordination and strategic management.