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General Manager, Cargo at XEJet

XEJet is a privately owned Nigerian premium airline, founded in 2021 and headquartered in Lagos, that specializes in exclusive, all-business-class air travel designed to redefine the flying experience for discerning business and leisure passengers. Operating under the tagline “Sky High Luxury,” the carrier focuses on delivering professional, prestigious, and personalized service through a fleet of specially configured aircraft—including Bombardier CRJ200s with luxurious 24-seat cabins—offering both scheduled domestic routes (such as Lagos–Abuja) and private charter options, while prioritizing safety, comfort, efficiency, and value in a single-class setting.

XEJet is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: General Manager, Cargo

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Job Schedule: Full time

Job Description

  • We are seeking a highly experienced and commercially focused professional to lead our Cargo Business in Nigeria.
  • The ideal candidate should be a strategic leader with proven expertise in air cargo, logistics, and revenue generation. The successful candidate will be responsible for expanding our cargo operations, driving profitability, and positioning the cargo unit as a major contributor to the airline’s overall growth.

Key Responsibilities  

  • Develop and execute strategies to grow cargo revenue and market share
  • Identify and secure new business opportunities across domestic, regional, and international markets
  • Build strong partnerships with freight forwarders, exporters, logistics companies, and government agencies
  • Oversee end-to-end cargo operations, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and compliance
  • Optimize pricing, capacity utilization, and service offerings
  • Drive financial performance, cost control, and profitability
  • Lead and develop a high-performing cargo team

Requirements  

  • Extensive experience in air cargo, logistics, or freight operations
  • Proven success in revenue generation and business development
  • Strong understanding of NCAA, ICAO, and IATA cargo regulations
  • Demonstrated leadership in operational and commercial management
  • Excellent negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning skills

Application Closing Date
31st October, 2026.

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