Regional Air Network Air Hub Manager

JOB TITLE: REGIONAL SENIOR MANAGER – AIR NETWORK (OPERATIONS)

Career Function: Operations  

Career Framework Level: Senior Management

Job Family/Sub – Family: Operations / Air Network & Linehaul

Career Stream/Career Level: Senior Management

Location: Regional HQ (multi-state coverage) RCS Grade: J

Reporting To: Regional Operations Head  

Travel Required: 25% ☐ 50% ☑ 75% ☐

Job Title: Regional Senior Manager – Air Network (Operations)

Function: Operations

Reports To: Regional Operations Head

Location: Regional HQ (multi-state coverage)

Travel Required

25% ☐ 50% ☑ 75% ☐

About DHL Blue Dart Express India

At Blue Dart, we go beyond delivering shipments—we deliver trust, precision, and excellence. As India’s most reliable express logistics provider, we empower commerce by reaching over 56,000+ locations across India and connecting to 220+ countries through our global DHL network. Backed by the strength of DHL Group, we bring together international standards with deep local expertise. Our dedicated Boeing freighter fleet, 12,000+ vehicles, and best-in-class service ensure time-definite delivery that businesses and customers count on every day.

We are proud to be consistently ranked among India’s Top 100 Great Places to Work® and recognized as part of the DHL Group’s Top Employer certification across multiple regions. Being an Employer of Choice is not just a goal—it’s a fundamental part of who we are. We are committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, empowered, and proud to belong.

If you're looking to join a purpose-led, people-first organization that shapes India’s supply chain with integrity and care—Blue Dart is where you belong.

Position Overview

Regional leadership role accountable for efficiency, cost, and performance of the air and linehaul network across multiple states and inter-regional corridors. Owns network flow, routing optimization, hub performance, and cost efficiency across air operations.

Leads all Air Hub Heads within the region and drives network efficiency through route optimization, alternate mode strategies, and process standardization. Acts as the regional anchor for network cost control, capacity alignment, and seamless inter-regional flow of shipments.

This role operates as a regional capability and governance function, working closely with line Operations, Aviation, and Network teams to ensure consistent, efficient, and cost-effective network performance.

Job Purpose

To optimize air and linehaul network performance by driving routing efficiency, cost control, and process improvements, while ensuring reliable service, capacity alignment, and seamless integration across the logistics network.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute regional air and linehaul strategy aligned to service SLAs and cost objectives.
• Translate national network strategies into region-specific execution plans.
• Drive continuous improvement in network design, routing, and capacity planning.
  
  
  

Air Hub Leadership

• Lead and manage Air Hub Heads across the region, ensuring alignment to performance, cost, and service targets.
• Ensure hub-level performance in terms of throughput, turnaround time, and operational consistency.
• Drive standardization and best practices across all air hubs.
  
  
  

Network Optimization & Efficiency

• Own and govern network flow efficiency across air hubs and linehaul corridors.
• Optimize routing, load consolidation, and capacity utilization across the network.
• Drive alternate mode strategies (air vs surface) to balance cost and service requirements.
  
  
  

Cost Optimization & Control

• Drive network cost reduction initiatives through routing optimization and mode shifts.
• Monitor cost per shipment and identify opportunities for efficiency improvement.
• Balance cost optimization with service commitments and operational reliability.
  
  
  

Process Re-engineering & Continuous Improvement

• Lead process re-engineering initiatives to improve network efficiency and reduce cycle times.
• Drive continuous improvement programs across air and linehaul operations.
• Implement standardized and scalable processes across hubs and routes.
  
  
  

Stakeholder & Governance

• Collaborate with Aviation, Network Design, Finance, and Operations teams for end-to-end alignment.
• Act as regional SME for air and linehaul operations in internal forums.
• Ensure alignment between regional execution and national network strategy.
  
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (Engineering / Operations / Supply Chain preferred); MBA/PG desirable.
• Experience: 10–15 years of experience in logistics operations, with strong exposure to air network, linehaul, or hub operations.
• Proven experience in managing multi-location operations and leading second-line teams.
• Exposure to network optimization, routing, and cost management preferred.
• Preferred industries: Express logistics, 3PL, eCommerce logistics, aviation-linked operations.
  
  
  

Skills & Capabilities

Technical Skills

• Air network and linehaul operations management
• Network routing and optimization
• Cost and efficiency management
• Process re-engineering and continuous improvement
  
  
  

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and problem solving
• Leadership and team management
• Data-driven decision making
• Stakeholder management and influence
  
  
  

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Sr. No.

Key Result Areas

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

1

Network Efficiency

Load factor, route optimization efficiency

2

Cost Control

Cost per shipment, linehaul cost reduction

3

Service Performance

SLA adherence, network reliability

4

Hub Performance

Throughput, TAT across air hubs

5

Mode Optimization

% utilization of optimal transport modes

6

Process Improvement

CI initiatives and realized benefits

7

Network Stability

Delay reduction, disruption management

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