Rhenus Logistics is a leading global logistics service provider with an annual turnover of approximately 8.6 billion euros and operations in over 50 countries. The company specializes in contract logistics, freight logistics, and port logistics, managing complex supply chains and providing innovative value-added services across various industries including automotive, retail, and healthcare.

In Spain, Rhenus maintains a robust network with a significant presence in major industrial hubs and ports. For international professionals, the company offers a multicultural environment and roles ranging from specialized customs operations to corporate functions like finance and HR, often requiring multilingual capabilities to manage global trade flows and international client relations.

Founded in 1912 in Germany, Rhenus began as a joint venture for Rhine river shipping. Over a century, it expanded globally through strategic acquisitions and diversification into air, ocean, and road freight.

For international professionals

Operates an extensive network of over 30 locations across Spain, including major hubs in Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia.
Offers specialized roles in Air & Ocean freight and Customs that frequently require English or other European languages.
Provides structured career development and internal mobility opportunities within a global corporate framework.
The Spanish division is a critical part of the Rhenus European road freight network, ideal for logistics experts with cross-border experience.

This job was published 3 months ago

Air Freight Operator

Rhenus Logistics

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

What You Can Expect:

At Rhenus Logistics, we are looking for an Air Freight Operator to manage and coordinate air cargo shipments, ensuring efficient, safe operations aligned with regulations. You will be responsible for communication with airlines, agents, and correspondents, as well as optimizing times and costs in export, import, and international traffic operations.

Main responsibilities:

- Manage air routes and connections.
- Review flight schedules, bookings, and cargo space allocation.
- Supervise key air transport indicators (transits, punctuality, occupancy, costs).
- Implement and maintain air transport management systems (TMS and air freight tools) as an area specialist.

- Properly manage air service providers.

- Maintain smooth relationships with airlines, correspondents, and international logistics partners.

- Ensure compliance with regulations and security.

- Maintain accurate records of all air operations.

- Manage and resolve incidents related to air shipments.

What You Bring:

Requirements:

- Experience as an Air Freight Operator.

- Experience in logistics and international transport.

- C1-C2 level of English is essential.

- National and international geographic mobility.

- Having stood out within your current or past company as a high-potential professional.

- Customs training required.

- Deep knowledge of air transport management processes and systems.

- Practical handling of TMS tools and specific air freight software.

- Good communication skills.

- Organizational and teamwork skills.

- Ability to work under pressure and resolve incidents quickly and efficiently in a dynamic environment such as air freight.

RHENUS OVERLAND TRANSPORT SPAIN is an equal opportunity employer. All individuals will have the opportunity to be considered for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Rhenus will strive to make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability, unless the accommodation imposes an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

View original advert (Spanish)

What You Can Expect:

En Rhenus Logistics buscamos un/a Operador/a de Tráfico Aéreo para gestionar y coordinar envíos de mercancía por vía aérea, garantizando una operativa eficiente, segura y alineada con la normativa. Serás responsable de la comunicación con aerolíneas, agentes y corresponsales, así como de optimizar tiempos y costes en operaciones de exportación, importación y tráfico internacional.

Funciones principales:

- Gestionar rutas y conexiones aéreas.
- Revisar la programación de vuelos, reservas y asignación de espacios de carga.
- Supervisar indicadores clave del transporte aéreo (tránsitos, puntualidad, ocupación, costes).
- Implementar y mantener sistemas de gestión de transporte aéreo (TMS y herramientas de carga aérea) como especialista del área.

- Gestionar adecuadamente a los proveedores de servicios aéreos.

- Mantener relaciones fluidas con aerolíneas, corresponsales y partners logísticos internacionales.

- Asegurar el cumplimiento de las regulaciones y de seguridad.

- Mantener registros precisos de todas las operaciones aéreas.

- Gestionar y resolver incidencias relacionadas con envíos aéreos.

What You Bring:

Requisitos:

- Experiencia como operador/a de Tráfico Aéreo.

- Experiencia en logística y transporte internacional.

- Imprescindible nivel C1-C2 de inglés.

- Movilidad geográfica nacional e internacional.

- Haber destacado dentro de su compañía actual o pasada como profesional con alto potencial.