About Seairod Logistics

Seairod Logistics is launching its freight forwarding operation in India, with Chennai as the main commercial and operating office and a registered presence in Kochi, Kerala.

The role

We are hiring a General Manager to build our India business from the ground up and lead it with full P&L; responsibility. The role is based in Chennai. Candidates from Kerala who are willing to relocate to Chennai are welcome to apply.

What you will do
Win and grow customers: Chennai industrial importers and exporters, garment and home furnishing exporters in Tiruppur and Karur, and engineering manufacturers in Coimbatore
Personally lead customer meetings, pricing and negotiations
Develop India–Saudi Arabia and India–US trade lanes, plus China and Far East imports
Set up and manage partners: licensed customs brokers, transporters, shipping lines, NVOCCs and air consolidators
Oversee air freight, ocean freight (FCL/LCL) and local transportation operations
Ensure accurate documentation (BLs, air waybills, shipping bills) and compliance




Own customer service, credit control and collections
Build and lead a small team covering sales, operations/documentation and finance/admin

What we are looking for
Minimum 10 years in freight forwarding, including experience as Branch Manager, General Manager or a similar leadership role
Robust background in air freight, ocean freight and local transportation, with experience working with shipping lines
Experience building a branch or business from the ground up
Proven record of winning and retaining customers
Hands-on experience managing P&L;, operations, documentation and customer service
Established relationships with customs brokers, transporters and carriers in Tamil Nadu and/or Kerala
Experience with the US market or Saudi/GCC trade lanes is a solid advantage

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu (in office). Open to candidates based in Chennai or Kerala.

📌 General Manager Freight Forwarding Chennai (India)
🏢 Seairod Logistics
📍 India