Aerospace Operations

Aerospace Operations Account Manager

Location:

Heathrow area
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + benefits + Bonuses
Working Pattern:
Monday to Friday with flexible start and finish times
Sector:
Aerospace & Time-Critical Logistics

The Opportunity

We're exclusively partnering with a well-established global logistics provider to recruit an Aerospace Operations Account Manager to support the continued growth of their Aerospace and Time-Critical division.

This is a hands-on operational role, managing high-value, mission-critical Aerospace shipments where precision, speed, and compliance are non-negotiable. The business offers a Monday-Friday working week with flexible start and finish times, making this a rare opportunity to balance a demanding Aerospace role with genuine flexibility.

You'll take ownership of key Aerospace accounts, acting as the operational link between customers, airlines, suppliers, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

End-to-end operational management of Aerospace, AOG, and time-critical shipments
Ensure strict compliance with SOPs, customer requirements, customs regulations, and IATA standards
Act as the main operational point of contact for customers, overseas agents, airlines, and suppliers
Coordinate air and road movements, ensuring optimal routing and service continuity
Proactively monitor live shipments, managing exceptions and resolving issues in real time
Maintain accurate job files, system updates, and operational documentation
Effectively prioritise workload to meet service levels and critical deadlines
Support out-of-hours requirements as part of a collaborative Aerospace team
Work closely with internal commercial and operational stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery

What We're Looking For

Proven experience within Aerospace logistics, AOG, or time-critical supply chains
Strong operational background within air freight (road essential; multimodal preferred)
IATA Dangerous Goods trained
Solid understanding of Aerospace customs procedures and compliance
Calm, decisive, and solutions-led under pressure
Confident communicator with strong customer-facing experience
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

Why Apply?

£40,000 - £45,000 salary depending on experience
Monday-Friday working week with flexible start and finish times
Join a specialist, growing Aerospace & Time-Critical operation
High-exposure role handling complex, high-value shipments
Long-term career development within a respected global logistics provider

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