Logistics Manager in North Shields - CV-Library

Logistics Manager

Permanent

North Tyneside

Circa £45,000 per annum

Full time

Are you an experienced Logistics Manager with a background managing international shipping for a global engineering or manufacturing company? This role offers an excellent opportunity to make an impact, develop the worldwide logistics service offered to Clients and manage and support a team. You will need a strategic understanding of supply chains, strong negotiation skills, and in-depth knowledge of international trade regulations.

Responsibilities

* Develop and implement international logistics strategies, including import/export procedures, customs compliance, and international shipping methods.

* Negotiate freight rates and contracts with carriers (air, sea, land). Audit and day to day management of providers ensuring best fit and a seamless customer experience.

* Implement robust systems and process improvements

* Manage international shipping documentation and regulations and build relationships with international suppliers, freight forwarders.

* Manage and train logistics staff

* Stay up to date on international trade laws and regulations and be a subject matter expert working proactively with the Trade Compliance Manager to ensure all policies and processes are followed

* Ensure compliance with all HMRC/trade-related regulations

* Work proactively with internal stakeholders participating in the development of strategies and supply chain initiatives

Requirements

* A degree in logistics or supply chain is essential

* Experience fulfilling the responsibilities of the role

* Excellent knowledge of international shipping requirements and documentation

* Experience of Incoterms and working to them

* Strong background and knowledge of shipping protocols, expert licencing and managing external logistics suppliers

* Team management and development

* Attention to detail and excellent IT skills

* Positive and proactive mindset

* Able to communicate effectively

* Full clean driving licence

We are only accepting applications from suitable degree qualified candidate who have a relevant background, more information on application