Ascent, LLC Belleville , MI 48112
Posted 2 months ago
About Ascent
At Ascent, we solve supply chain challenges for thousands of customers worldwide. Ascent is a recognized supplier of the year for multiple Fortune 500 companies as well as a partner to thousands of small and medium-sized businesses. Ranked among the Top 100 Global 3PLs by Inbound Logistics as well as the Top 40 3PLs and Top 20 Freight Brokerages in North America by Transport Topics, Ascent's #1 market share in the North American ground and air expedite market has provided it the foundation to become the preferred logistics provider to a marquee portfolio of the world's largest and most sophisticated corporations. Ascent's offerings include truckload, less-than-truckload, global forwarding, air charter, specialized, brokerage, managed transportation and expedite solutions. The company moves over 430,000 shipments annually through its competitive PEAK freight marketplace. For more information about the company, please visit Ascent's website: www.ascentlogistics.com.
Our Purpose
We elevate the world of logistics through passion and innovation.
Our Mission
We want to do more things and provide more solutions for more customers in more places around the globe with lower operating risk and flawless execution.
What You'll Do
The Charter Desk Operations Manager will support and participate in the Wide Body Air Charter Development by procuring and executing contracted charter missions. In addition, you will be contributing to the buildup and development of the air charter division as set forth by the Charter Manager and VP Project Cargo sales. Administrative tasks and day to day additional tasks will be part of your activities.
Provide comprehensive solutions to the internal stakeholders, sales, and business developers for wide body air charters (over 50,000 lbs)
Provide operational consultative information and solutions pertaining tailor made airfreight services
Set up and execute / monitor and follow up on the contracted air charter mission
Provide comprehensive information, communication and tracking of contracted air charter missions
Work hand in hand with all Ascent operational and Customs entities to create and execute turnkey air charter solutions, globally
Curate and foster the relation with key aircraft operators, globally
Curate and foster the relation with key ground handling services and airport information for air charter operational set up and execution globally
Provide technical expertise in aircraft type and loading concepts / requirements for complex loads, including sourcing of ancillary services such as cargo inspections and required equipment for cargo handling, loading, and offloading
Contribute and participate in the wide body air charter product development from an operational angle
Contribute and participate in the creation and formation of coaching and training modules for the internal Ascent stakeholders
Fulfill administrative tasks related to the air charter desk, including data entry in operational systems and issuance of transport documents
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A 10-to-15-year minimal experience in airfreight, aircharter and air logistics
An in-depth knowledge of all matters airplanes: most current freight and belly freight aircrafts ranging from B727 through B747-400F/-8F and out of gage aircrafts
An in-depth knowledge and understanding of the current main global asset owners and operators
Must demonstrate an apt and agile characteristic for solutions and integration
Driven by result and accomplishment
Apt to integrate and connect with the Ascent structure, business model and philosophy
Apt to work with all standard Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Be able to formulate and present a comprehensive aircharter operations process, and solution (written/verbal)
Be able to contribute to the formation and creation of processes and protocols
Be able to work independently and manage crisis situations on behalf of internal stakeholders and customers
Multilingual is preferred
Bring an existing network of carrier and operator connections
Be a 24/7 global person
Ascent's Competitive Benefits
401(k) and employer matching
Life Insurance
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Wellness Program
Paid Holidays
Employee Recognition Programs
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Overtime, Differential & Bonus Pay
Additional Considerations
Salary Range: $85,000 - $95,000
Ascent, LLC