ACCOUNT MANAGER - TIME CRITICAL

Location: - Germany - Nordrhein-Westfalen - Cologne
Salary/Rate: €/annum
Type: Permanent
Closing Date:
Job Reference: 10026
Welcome to Air Partner – where the skies are not the limit, they’re just the beginning!
Are you an experienced Account Manager looking for a busy and varied role that allows you to utilise your range of group charter sales skills within a close-knit team? If so, apply now as we are looking for a Time Critical Account Manager to join our German Cargo team on a hybrid basis. You will be responsible for delivering revenue and profitability in accordance with your agreed targets and providing Air Partner Logistics solutions to existing and new customers.
To be effective in this role you will demonstrate proactive sales ability, smart procurement abilities, resourceful aircraft location, creative presentation of offers, outstanding commercial awareness, insightful closing techniques and robust administration with the required logistics arrangements.

Accountabilities

• To grow and be an integral part of a team in a fast-paced environment, offering exceptionally high service to all existing and new customers
• To be able to offer a variety of Time Critical services including hand carry options (OBC), next flight out (NFO), full and part charters, hybrid solutions and road transport while increasing the Air Partner brand awareness to customers and suppliers
• Research relevant industry data, create new sales leads, contact existing and new customers by phone or in person, build new business for Air Partner in a competitive market
• Represent Air Partner at Exhibitions, conferences etc.
• Assisting with client care activities and supplier relations
• After sales service and orderly maintenance of paperwork/files
• Standby Duty/out of hours work often in pressured, time sensitive situations

Candidate Requirements

• Knowledge and expertise from an air cargo/freight forwarding time critical related background is preferred.
• Good understanding of changing markets both in airline operators and customers
• Customer focused with good people skills and the ability to form relationships with key individuals
• Ability to anticipate and out manoeuvre rivals in competitive situations
• Experienced working in an international, multi-cultural environment
• A goal-driven, high-energy individual that is both an independent worker and a strong team player
• Must be competitive, highly motivated and hungry to win business
• Logical approach to problem solving and adapt at keeping up with a changing situation
• Anticipates and intervenes, to recover a situation in a timely and constructive way

Established in 1961, Air Partner is an international aviation services group and we’re inviting you to join our crew. As a key player in the Wheels Up family, we’re soaring to new heights in private aviation and aviation services with a team of over 2000 professionals globally. We’re also proudly a Delta Air Lines premium partner – talk about flying in good company!
Providing world class aircraft charter services and aviation safety and security solutions, we’re the go-to for industry giants, commerce champions, governments, and private jetsetters. We also flex our wings in both civil and military circles globally.
Our Charter Division comprises of group charter, private jets, cargo, and specialist services. Group Charter charters large airliners to move groups of any size. Private Jets offers the Company’s unique pre-paid JetCard scheme and on-demand charter for up to 19 people. Cargo charters aircraft of every size to fly almost any cargo anywhere, at any time.
But we’re not just about the skies; we’re about creating an atmosphere where you can thrive. We’re committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and it’s not just lip service. Our Environmental, Social, and Governance Strategy and our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion forum aren’t just policies; they’re our way of life. We were the first corporate sponsor of the European Pride in Aviation Network (EPAN) and proudly support our local communities through charitable initiatives and volunteering.
We’re not just a company; we’re a family, and we’re on the lookout for more incredible individuals. Are you ready to belong? If you’re thinking, “That’s the place for me!” – we’d love to learn more about you. Plus, we’re not just saying it; as a Disability Confident employer we guarantee an interview for any disabled person meeting our job criteria. That’s not just a promise; it’s our commitment to an inclusive future.
What’s the next step? A virtual interview where you get to show your stuff to our Talent Acquisition team. And if all goes well, you’ll be meeting our business teams in person. Need any adjustments for the journey? Just let us know; we’re all about making sure you’re comfortable and confident.
We encourage applications from every background so if you’re ready to make your career take off, check us out at www.airpartnergroup.com. Your next adventure is just a click away!
Contact: Sam Appleyard
Phone: 000
Email: sam.appleyard@airpartner.com

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