Manager Special Cargo

About the team you are joining Reporting to the Head of Special Cargo, you will be responsible for the end-to-end execution and delivery of the Special Cargo program, including standards development, industry engagement, and working group leadership across the air cargo supply chain. The incumbent plays a key role in maintaining and evolving IATA’s Live Animals Regulations (LAR), Perishable Cargo Regulations (PCR), and Temperature Control Regulations (TCR), while actively supporting community engagement and advocacy initiatives. What your day would be like As a key member of the Cargo team, your responsibilities will include: Translate the Special Cargo strategy into actionable plans, deliverables, and timelines, ensuring consistent execution against agreed priorities Lead the end-to-end delivery of working group outputs, ensuring milestones, quality, and timelines are met Provide structured reporting to the Head, including progress vs plan, risks, bottlenecks, and escalation points Act as secretariat and lead coordinator for Special Cargo working groups and task forces. Develop agendas, manage discussions, and ensure clear outputs and follow-ups Draft, update, and maintain IATA standards (LAR, PCR, TCR) and supporting materials Ensure accuracy, quality, and operational relevance of all publications Support the development of policy positions and industry guidance in alignment with the Head Build and manage working-level relationships across airlines, forwarders, shippers, regulators, and industry partners Respond to industry queries and provide technical and operational guidance Coordinate with internal teams (e.g., safety, sustainability, digital, operations) to ensure aligned delivery Support implementation of cross-functional initiatives impacting Special Cargo Represent IATA at selected external events, industry forums, and stakeholder meetings when delegated by the Head/Director Lead and contribute to special projects, including operational improvements, regulatory initiatives, and digitalization efforts Support commercial activities such as publications, CEIV programs, and training initiatives