Ref: CC44774
Senior Operations Manager – Freight Forwarding
| Sector | Supply Chain/Logistics/Import Export |
|---|---|
| Type | Full-time, Permanent |
| Location | London |
| Salary (Annual) | £50,000 - 65,000 / Year |
Previous experience in freight forwarding or SCM will be required for this role.
TYPE: Permanent, full time
HOURS: 37.5 hours/week, on site
LOCATION: West London
SALARY: Up to £65k plus car allowance, depending on experience
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Manage all aspects of the freight forwarding operation consisting of (but not to limited to) freight Forwarding, warehousing, house hold goods, security, health & safety, staff management
• Ensure that all functional areas are delivered above the quality and standards expected by the Company
• Responsible for budget of the sites and increasing profitability and effectiveness of the sites
• Ensure the requirements and compliance to maintain status of regulated agent, AEO and IATA
• Manage custom related matters including bonded warehouse and ERTS
• As a member of the senior management team of the company, working across short-, medium-, and long-term company objectives
• Production of monthly business review reports and attend monthly senior management meetings
• Maintain and develop relationships with current clients
• Create new business opportunities including new market, new clients, new partnerships, and new Services
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
• Previous experience as an Operations Manager within the logistics experience in the UK
• Previous experience managing people
• Driving licence required: to use a car when dealing with other branches and customers (company car provided OR cash allowance for own car)
• Knowledge and experience in Air, Road, and Sea freight Operations duties
• Knowledge in planning and cost control in Air Freight Products
• Marketing & Sales orientated capabilities and business developing
• Highly motivated leader who is adept at working in a competitive, challenging, and fast-paced work environment
• Good understanding of Aviation Security rules and able to take responsibility would be a big advantage
HOURS: 37.5 hours/week, on site
LOCATION: West London
SALARY: Up to £65k plus car allowance, depending on experience
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Manage all aspects of the freight forwarding operation consisting of (but not to limited to) freight Forwarding, warehousing, house hold goods, security, health & safety, staff management
• Ensure that all functional areas are delivered above the quality and standards expected by the Company
• Responsible for budget of the sites and increasing profitability and effectiveness of the sites
• Ensure the requirements and compliance to maintain status of regulated agent, AEO and IATA
• Manage custom related matters including bonded warehouse and ERTS
• As a member of the senior management team of the company, working across short-, medium-, and long-term company objectives
• Production of monthly business review reports and attend monthly senior management meetings
• Maintain and develop relationships with current clients
• Create new business opportunities including new market, new clients, new partnerships, and new Services
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
• Previous experience as an Operations Manager within the logistics experience in the UK
• Previous experience managing people
• Driving licence required: to use a car when dealing with other branches and customers (company car provided OR cash allowance for own car)
• Knowledge and experience in Air, Road, and Sea freight Operations duties
• Knowledge in planning and cost control in Air Freight Products
• Marketing & Sales orientated capabilities and business developing
• Highly motivated leader who is adept at working in a competitive, challenging, and fast-paced work environment
• Good understanding of Aviation Security rules and able to take responsibility would be a big advantage
Updated: 19 days ago
Ref: CC44774