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Air Freight Specialist
Department: Logistics
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
Compensation: ₫44,000,000 - ₫65,000,000 / month
Description
Hi there, we’re Article. 👋 We’re a North American based furniture company creating remarkably better furniture experiences one sofa at a time. And as an Air Freight Specialist, you will manage and optimize global air freight operations while owning end-to-end domestic logistics for photo samples within Vietnam.
Why We Need You:
Within the Logistics team, you will collaborate closely with forwarders, carriers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure space availability, end-to-end shipment visibility, and on-time delivery. You will play a critical role in enabling time-sensitive sample movements—particularly those tied to studio production schedules—ensuring the right products are delivered to the right place at the right time.
Why Article?
What started in 2019 as a project to strengthen our relationships with our Asian vendors has grown into a permanent operation in Ho Chi Minh City. Article currently has ≈70 employees in Vietnam, across our Sourcing, Technical Product Development, Quality, HR, Logistics, PMO and Accounting functions.
As a Particle (people of Article), you will have a high level of autonomy to solve challenging, meaningful problems the best way you can. That means you’re trusted to explore solutions you believe will work best (you’re the expert, after all). You’ll do all this while growing your skills within a company that is redefining the furniture industry.
At Article, we grow and have fun together through regular in-office training and team activities. These moments help us build connection, collaboration, and creativity across our teams all year long.
What You’ll Do:
You’ll be part of a team of 2 specialists to coordinate international air freight shipments and domestic Vietnam ground transportation.
- Manage end-to-end movement of photo samples across suppliers, studios, and warehouses
- Coordinate and execute domestic shipments within Vietnam
- Prioritize shipments to meet production and studio timelines
- Book transport, track shipments, and proactively manage risks
- Ensure accuracy and compliance of all shipping documentation
- Collaborate with airlines, freight forwarders, and partners for smooth operations
- Monitor shipments and provide timely updates to stakeholders
- Resolve shipment issues quickly and develop contingency solutions
- Optimize logistics by balancing cost, speed, and reliability
- Analyze performance, improve processes, and support team coverage when needed
Who You Are:
- 4+ years of experience in air freight or logistics operations
- Proven experience managing third-party logistics providers and freight forwarders
- Strong communication skills with professional proficiency in English
- Experience collaborating across multiple time zones and global partners
- Demonstrated ability to manage time-sensitive shipments with urgency and accountability
- Hands-on experience coordinating domestic logistics within Vietnam (e.g., ground transport, local vendors)
- Familiarity with non-inventory or sample logistics, with a focus on speed, accuracy, and visibility
- Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in problem-solving
- Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment
Perks & Benefits:
Wealth, Health & Life:
- Salary range: 44,000,000 VNĐ to 65,000,000 VNĐ Gross/Month
- 13th-month salary
- 15 days of vacation*
- 11 National Holidays
- 2 extra days (Christmas & 1 day of your choosing)
- 6 well-being (sick) days*
- Excellent extended health care benefits packages (dental, health check, mental health…)
Growth & Training:
- We believe in fostering an environment of learning and growth at Article.
- Every role has a clear growth path that you and your manager create together, so you know what development looks like for you.
- Throughout the year, we have several in-office training sessions covering a range of topics.
- You’ll also have access to many learning and development modules through our internal online learning platform.
Other:
- Employee discounts on many of our products produced in Vietnam
Company & Office Space:
- Our modern office is in Thao Dien, with first-come, first-served (limited) secure scooter parking
- State-of-the-art laptops with the tech and tools to easily collaborate
- Be a part of a multinational, collaborative office culture