Country Ocean Product Manager
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Description
What You Can Expect:
- Accountable for driving the development, performance, and growth of the product within the country.
- Leads the execution of product strategy and initiatives in the local market.
- Manages day-to-day product operations and ensures business targets are achieved.
- Acts as the primary product representative within the country leadership team.
- Collaborates closely with Sales, Operations, and the Managing Director to develop the local product organization.
- Responsible for ensuring country product capabilities, resources, and expertise meet business requirements.
- Owns local carrier, and operational relationships related to product performance.
- Reports to Country Managing Director and Regional Product owner.
What You Bring:
- Fluency in local language and professional working proficiency in English, required to manage local commercial and operational stakeholders while coordinating with regional and global Air Freight teams.
- Relationship Management: Strong track record of building and maintaining relationships with core carriers and GSAs, fostering collaboration, and driving performance improvements.
- Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of global carrier policies, industry regulations, and market trends, enabling informed decision-making and strategic planning.
- Negotiation Expertise: Demonstrated negotiation skills in securing favorable rates and agreements with carriers, ensuring competitiveness and cost-effectiveness.
- Analytical Aptitude: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to optimize performance.
- Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively convey complex information and ideas to diverse audiences.
- Financial Acumen: Proficiency in financial analysis and budget management, with a keen understanding of cost structures and profitability drivers in the Air Freight industry.
- Problem-Solving Ability: Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and solution oriented approach, adept at addressing challenges and finding creative solutions.