Overview
Regional Operations Director – SEA Freight Air Cargo Jobs in Kwun Tong District, Hong Kong SAR at Endeavour Search Limited
Title: Regional Operations Director – SEA Freight Air Cargo
Company: Endeavour Search Limited
Location: Kwun Tong District, Hong Kong SAR
About Our Client
Our client is a leading global freight forwarding company that moves over 300,000 tons of international air cargo annually and operates more than 1,000 direct cargo charter flights per year. With annual revenue exceeding $1 billion USD, a global footprint spanning 26 offices across China, North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia, and a dedicated team of over 400 professionals, the company has established itself as a formidable player in the logistics industry.
Founded in 2014, the company has consistently invested in innovation and expansion. Our client’s primary operations focus on air freight from Southeast Asia to Europe and the US. Now, as the company expands its presence across Southeast Asia – including newly established offices in Vietnam, Thailand, and Cambodia – they are seeking a Regional Operations Director to build, lead, and scale the entire regional platform.
Position Overview
This is a rare opportunity: you will be responsible for building Southeast Asia operations from a strong foundation, with full ownership of the regional P&L and a clear mandate to shape strategy while staying close to day‑to‑day execution. You will leverage the company's enterprise‑level resources, deep airline partnerships, and recent influx of top‑tier leadership talent to create a best‑in‑class logistics operation.
Day to day, you will drive revenue growth, margin improvement, and operational discipline. You will work side‑by‑side with country managers, sales teams, and global stakeholders to define trade lanes, secure new business, and ensure that every shipment moves reliably and compliantly.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Commercial Leadership
- Develop and execute the SEA regional operations roadmap, aligning with global objectives to drive revenue, margin, and market share growth.
- Identify and open new trade lanes, negotiate strategic partnerships, and expand the company's footprint across key SEA markets.
- Partner with the global sales organization to support key accounts, large tenders, and pricing strategies; maintain executive‑level relationships with strategic customers.
Operational Excellence
- Oversee end‑to‑end air freight, ocean freight, and customs brokerage operations across the region, ensuring service reliability, cost control, and full compliance.
- Establish SOPs, KPIs, and performance dashboards, and hold branch operations accountable for conversion rates, opex targets, and productivity.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives across warehousing, documentation, and freight handling.
Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure strict adherence to local and international trade regulations, maintaining strong relationships with customs authorities and regulatory agencies.
- Mitigate operational and legal risks across all SEA jurisdictions.
Team & Talent Development
- Build, mentor, and lead country managers and operations teams across the region, fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and operational discipline.
- Guide customer onboarding and implementation staff to ensure smooth integration and adherence to operating guidelines.
- Develop succession plans and leadership bench strength within SEA.
Financial Management
- Own the regional P&L, managing budgets, cost structures, and capital investments to drive profitability without compromising service excellence.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in international logistics or freight forwarding, with a proven track record managing multi‑country operations in Southeast Asia.
- Deep expertise across air freight operations, ocean freight operations, customs clearance, and regulatory compliance.
- Strong P&L management experience and demonstrated ability to scale operations in emerging, diverse markets.
- Cargowise experience (required).
- Excellent stakeholder management skills across customers, partners, and government bodies.
- Fluency in Mandarin and English (written and spoken).
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Hong Kong Permanent Resident or valid work visa for Hong Kong.
To Apply
Please send your CV in Word document to [email protected] or call 2103-6414 for a confidential discussion.
