Job Overview
Acorn Aviation (Pvt) Ltd is recruiting a Senior Executive – Airline Cargo Sales to join its team in Colombo 01. The role focuses on driving cargo sales, maximizing available cargo capacity from Colombo and building strong relationships with freight forwarders, shippers and key accounts to achieve the airline principals’ revenue and tonnage targets. This is a full-time, permanent, onsite position.
Position Details
- Job Title: Senior Executive – Airline Cargo Sales
- Organization: Acorn Aviation (Pvt) Ltd, a member of Acorn Group
- Job Location: Colombo 01, Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
- Work Mode: Onsite
- Closing Date: 06 November 2026
Organization Overview
Acorn Aviation (Private) Limited is the aviation vertical of Acorn Group, providing representation-related services locally and regionally. It is the General Sales Agent (GSA) in Sri Lanka for passenger services of IndiGo, China Southern Airlines, Chongqing Airlines, EVA Air and Druk Air, and the GSA for cargo operations of MASkargo, China Southern Airlines, Chongqing Airlines, EVA Air Cargo, Challenge Airlines and Condor Airlines.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 10 years of industry experience, including 3+ years in a senior leadership role
- Strong understanding of international markets and supplier relationships
- Demonstrated ability to drive commercial performance and lead teams to achieve ambitious goals
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant cargo or CRM systems is an advantage
- A Diploma in Cargo Operations from a recognized institution is an advantage
Key Responsibilities
- Drive cargo sales and maximize available cargo capacity from Colombo to achieve the airline principals’ revenue and tonnage targets
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with freight forwarders, shippers and key accounts to strengthen brand loyalty
- Identify new business opportunities and expand the commodity base and destination mix
- Build a strong network within the cargo industry to support commercial objectives
- Negotiate rates and monitor market trends and competitor activities
- Coordinate with internal teams and airline principals to ensure efficient cargo operations
- Delegate responsibilities, provide clear direction and effectively manage workflow
- Prepare regular sales, performance and market reports
Required Skills
- Excellent leadership, communication and negotiation skills
- Strategic and commercial mindset
- Strong networking and relationship-building ability
- Market analysis and reporting skills
Salary & Benefits
- Salary negotiable
- Opportunity to work with leading international airlines
- Career growth within an award-recognized employer group
How to Apply
Email your resume to Acorn Group before the closing date.
Email: careers@acorn.lk
Important Notes
- Applications close on 06 November 2026.
- Cargo sales and industry networking experience will be highly valued.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
