Cargo Interline & Partnerships Manager

About the role

The air cargo industry is entering an accelerated phase of change and transformation. From digitalising the end-to-end value chain, to fortifying a true e-commerce experience, to the launch of digital freight marketplaces, and much more.As the world’s largest global air cargo carrier, Qatar Airways Cargo is leading this change.

To support our vision, we are looking for talent – the bold, the imaginative and the change-makers. All of whom will support Qatar Airways Cargo’s position as a true leader in the air freight industry. If you want to make an impact, to grow your experience and to challenge your comfort zone, then join us at Qatar Airways Cargo and be part of our passionate team.

As the business expands, we are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity to join our Doha-based Qatar Airways Cargo Corporate Planning team as a Cargo Interline & Partnerships Manager.

In this role, you will be responsible for creating, maintaining and developing cargo partnerships with other airlines.

As part of your daily responsibilities, you will also:

• Lead the development of business with partner airlines on mutually beneficial commercial conditions considering QR strategic requirements.
• Analyze the benefits of each partnership potential to the customers, partners and Qatar Airways
• Prepare all partnerships related business case, memo (Excel & PowerPoint) for c-suites
• Manage all legal requirement pertaining to setting up a partnership; NDA, Commercial Agreement, Competition filing, etc.
• Lead the development and continuous improvement of interline policies and processes through engagement and cooperation with internal departments and airline partners.
• Manage revenue increase initiatives through interline sales on capacity where it is beneficial to the QR network and partnership.
• Support Manager Cargo Strategic Partnerships to create tactical plans to meet commercial objectives as set by management and provide feedback on the performance of these commercial objectives regularly in a structured way.
• Use professional network and industry sources to continuously identify opportunities and initiate action to further develop interline business.
• Lead a team of specialists, set targets and direction, manage their performance and contribute towards their professional development and growth within the organization.

Be part of an extraordinary story

Your skills. Your imagination. Your ambition. At Qatar Airways, there are no boundaries to your potential and the impact you can make. You’ll find infinite opportunities to grow and work on the biggest, most rewarding challenges that will build your skills and experience. You have the chance to be a part of our future, and build the life you want while being part of an international community and a world class airline.

Our best is here and still to come. To us, impossible is only a challenge. Join us as we dare to achieve what’s never been done before.

Together, everything is possible.

About You

We are looking for a professional with the following skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with minimum of 6 years of job-related experience
• Highly data- and process driven approach, in combination with excellent analytical- and communication skills
• Project management skills - experience in end-to-end project lifecycle management
• Leadership experience in pricing, network planning or business development with expertise in process design and improvement
• Experience in airline partnerships and alliances with a track record of contract negotiation and implementation
• Advanced business case and memo writing and PowerPoint presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple, time-sensitive deliverables, high-pressure and competing priorities`
• Confidence and poise in all interactions, including leading meetings with partners or representing QR Cargo in external engagements
• Knowledge of cargo airline partnerships will be an advantage
• Knowledge of cargo interline is preferred

About Qatar Airways Group

Our story started with four aircraft. Today, we deliver excellence across 12 different businesses coming together as one. We’ve grown fast, broken records and set trends that others follow. We don’t slow down by the fear of failure. Instead, we dare to achieve what’s never been done before.

So, whether you’re creating a unique experience for our customers or innovating behind the scenes, every person contributes to our proud story. A story of spectacular growth and determination. Now is the time to bring your best ideas and passion to a place where your ambition will know no boundaries, and be part of a truly global community.

Application Guidelines

If you’re ready to join a progressive team and have a challenging and rewarding career, then apply now by uploading your CV and completing our quick application form.