Global Logistics Manager

Full Job Description

Global Logistics Manager

Permanent

North Tyneside

Circa £45,000 per annum

Full time

Are you an experienced Global 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.