Manager Gateway Cargo Operations

Manager Gateway Cargo Operations at Atlas Air

The Manager of Gateway Cargo Operations is responsible for overseeing and optimizing all aspects of gateway cargo operations to ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and performance standards while delivering high-quality service to customers. This role ensures operational efficiency, vendor and equipment management, and alignment with corporate goals through effective leadership, budgeting, and collaboration with internal teams and external agencies.

• Maintain, support, and improve the overall gateway operation to support all business units.
• Ensure gateway compliance of all safety regulations and requirements pertaining to the warehouse and personnel.
• Oversee all cargo operations through the gateway, including import, cargo acceptance, export, and build-up procedures.
• Operate and maintain gateway equipment safely and appropriately.
• Achieve all ground operations and corporate goals related to performance, safety, service, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage cargo operations to meet company and governmental policies and regulations and provide quality service to customers.
• Interact with customers and vendors to ensure proper training in company requirements and procedures.
• Monitor gateway contracts to ensure vendor compliance with all contract provisions and service level agreements.
• Evaluate work performance of vendors at the gateway.
• Interface with local airport authorities to ensure compliance with all local policies and submit monthly reports as required.
• Operate within the budget and keep costs of gateway operations at a minimum.
• Maintain and calibrate cargo scales according to company and regulatory requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience required; at least 5 years of extensive airline operational experience.
• Experience in B747/B777/B767 cargo operations preferred.
• Ability to perform all aspects of Ground and Cargo Operations including Loadmaster, hazardous material handling, warehouse operations, cargo build-up, etc.
• Ability to organize and perform multiple assignments in a high-stress environment.
• Ability to interact, communicate, and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and customers at all levels of management.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a diverse workforce.
• Skilled problem solver with leadership qualities.
• Excellent communication, decision, and management skills.
• Must be able to pass a TSA and U.S. Customs background check.

Salary Range: $73,000-$98,500

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