Title: Air Freight Director, ORDLocation: Chicago, IllinoisDHL Global Forwarding (DGF) manages the flow of goods and information across a customer's global supply chain utilizing air/ocean/ground transportation, customs brokerage services, and dedicated warehousing/distribution centers. We are part of Deutsche Post DHL, the world’s leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at The Air Freight Director, ORD supports the execution of the airfreight strategy, provides airfreight expertise and monitors all air freight related activities performed at station level to effectively manage the end to end airfreight process. This role also ensures optimization of airfreight transaction operations in line with customer requirements to deliver a cost/effective execution.Key ActivitiesPoint of contact for OPS and Service Quality related issues (e.g. customer complaints / escalations, exception management, shipment irregularities, service recovery, etc.)Supports local process enhancements and ensures compliance of global improvement initiatives and standard procedures.Contributes to country air freight product agenda and projects/initiatives.Supports execution of Gross Profit Improvement Program in country.Communicate implications of regional and country airfreight policies/guidelines and support training with stations and gatewaysSupport business development and tactical opportunity conversion by providing operational expertise and ensuring operational customer requirements are metSupport development and drive implementation of new solutions/services incl. sector specific solutionsSupports Spot Quote Pricing strategySupport and drives compliance to KPIs, with special focus on timely responding to requestsSupports and drives adherence to usage of tools and sources as defined by Pricing groupDrive cargo optimization in air/cartage vendorsAssists with airline relationship building, and local rate negotiationContribute to ensure achievement of business growth, revenue & profitability.Ensure compliance of stations & gateways with customer SOPs and global and regional airfreight policies and guidelines.Ability to influence decisions/actions by providing value-added feedback into the organization/function and country management.Required Skills/Knowledge10+ years professional experience in freight forwarding airfreight operations (i.e. handling, documentation, clearance) required5+ years of leadership/management experience requiredExperience using CargoWise software preferredComputer skills (i.e. Microsoft Office tools, intermediate level in Excel)Highly organized, project management tools and expertise.Analytical skills, detailed oriented.People management skillsPay Range: $130,011.75 - $173,349.00+ (Based on Experience)Benefits (All Non-Union Employees)Compensation: Competitive base salary plus role dependent performance-based incentives.401(k) Match: $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution.Stock Purchase Plan: Ability to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate.Medical: Comprehensive plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and prescriptions.Vision: Optional coverage for exams, frames, and contacts.Dental: Optional coverage for preventive, basic, and major services.Paid Time Off: 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation/sick days.Why Join DHL Global Forwarding?At DHL Global Forwarding, we invest in our employees’ growth, providing training, guidance, and career advancement opportunities. We believe in building careers, not just jobs, and empowering our team to develop skills and achieve long-term success.Be part of DHL Group, the world’s leading logistics provider, operating in 220+ countries. DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is a global leader in air and ocean freight, with 30,000+ employees ensuring seamless transport and supply chain solutions. Explore careers with us: DHL Careers.Equal Opportunity EmployerDHL Global Forwarding is committed to equal employment opportunities, evaluating all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Work AuthorizationApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.#LI-RL2Job SummaryJob number: AV-372212
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