Air Planning Associate

About Flexport:

At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $10T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes - from emerging brands to Fortune 500s - use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year.

The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. We are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.

Air Planning Associate

SUMMARY:

The role of the Air Planning Associate is a critical part of making Flexport’s mission to make global trade easy for everyone a reality. In this role, your direct customers are the partners, carriers, and internal audiences within your region, your work directly supports Flexport’s end customers in achieving their logistics goals. This role involves customer service, freight handling, and administrative duties such as tracking shipments, filing paperwork, and keeping records.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Export Side:

• Manage the capacity and fulfillment of Flexport’s charter flights (if applicable), and Blocked Space with Carriers/ Partners in regions served by Flexport, ensuring we fulfill the requirements
• Optimize Flexport’s margin by consolidating shipments to generate free weight and meet the service level requested by the customers
• Coordinate closely with partners on the shipment movement
• Maintain Consol Plan to link the correct flight schedule and buy rate with each shipment
• Manage day-to-day operations
• Work closely with Partners, Air Pricing, and Operations in different destinations to ensure that shipments meet committed service levels
• Work with external parties such as carriers, and terminals for capacity and shipment coordination
• Ensure cargo is loaded, secured, tracked, and declared in accordance with airlines’ regulations

Import Side:

• Coordinate the clearance and the de-consolidation of all import shipments into the region you oversee, interacting with import partners for the exceptions solving

Continuous Improvement:

• Work with tech team to build and enhance the Flexport Air Planning Tool
• Handle customer inquiries and provide information about cargo services
• Ensure shipments meet all relevant regulations
• Follow up on cargo status and delivery
• Provide customer service and troubleshoot any issues

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• BA/ BS degree and 2-3 years of experience in air freight forwarding or logistics;
• An internal track record of success in an operational or planning role;
• Hands-on, process-oriented, structured thinking with strong problem-solving capabilities;
• A client service mindset;
• Flexibility to get the job done when needed, willing to work outside office hours and occasional weekend or night shifts;
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills;

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global commerce easy and accessible relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, health status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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