Freight Forwarding Manager

About the Role We are looking for an Assistant Manager Freight Forwarding to head import-export freight operations across air, sea (FCL/LCL), and multimodal shipments for the wing. You will manage carrier relationships, rate negotiations, and end-to-end shipment execution, with a clear path to progress into wing leadership. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day freight forwarding operations for import and export shipments (air, sea FCL/LCL) Negotiate freight rates and contracts with shipping lines, airlines, and NVOCCs Coordinate with overseas agents/partners for seamless cargo movement Ensure timely booking, documentation (Bills of Lading, Airway Bills, Shipping Bills), and vessel/flight scheduling Track shipments end-to-end and proactively resolve delays or exceptions Liaise with Customs Clearance and Local Transportation teams for door-to-door delivery Monitor freight costs against budget and flag variances Maintain relationships with key shipping lines/airlines for preferential rates and space allocation Prepare MIS reports on shipment volumes, transit times, and cost trends Requirements Bachelor's degree; certification in Logistics/Shipping/Export-Import Management preferred 6+ years of experience in freight forwarding/shipping, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role Strong knowledge of FCL/LCL operations, INCOTERMS, and shipping documentation Established network with shipping lines, airlines, and freight agents Proficiency in shipping/freight software and MS Excel Compensation: 30,000.00 - 40,000.00 per month Benefits Provident Fund Education: Bachelor's (Required) Experience: Freight Forwarding: 6 years (Required) Language: Hindi (Required) English (Required) Location: Hyderabad, Telangana (Hyderabad, Hyderabad District) (Required) Work Location: In person .