IATA Qualified – Logistics & Air Freight Specialist.

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Job Summary:

The IATA Qualified Logistics & Air Freight Specialist will be responsible for managing and coordinating international and domestic air freight operations in compliance with IATA regulations. This role involves handling end-to-end logistics processes, ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency, and adherence to all safety and documentation standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage air freight export and import shipments from booking to final delivery.
• Ensure compliance with

  IATA and DG (Dangerous Goods)

  regulations.
• Coordinate with airlines, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and clients to ensure smooth cargo movement.
• Prepare and verify

  airway bills (AWB)

  , invoices, and shipment documentation.
• Track and monitor shipments, proactively addressing delays or exceptions.
• Negotiate air freight rates with carriers and maintain cost-effective solutions.
• Maintain updated records in the logistics management system.
• Collaborate with internal teams (sales, procurement, warehousing) to align logistics plans.
• Handle claims for damaged or lost shipments.
• Maintain strong relationships with airline representatives and logistics partners.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• IATA Certified

  (Mandatory).
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 1–5 years of experience in

  air freight operations and logistics coordination

  .
• Strong knowledge of international shipping procedures and documentation.
• Familiarity with

  Incoterms, customs clearance

  , and DG handling.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and logistics ERP systems.
• Strong problem-solving and time management abilities.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience in

  freight forwarding or airline cargo operations

  .
• Knowledge of

  import/export compliance

  and

  warehouse coordination

  .
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced logistics environment.