Logistics Manager

We are looking for a Logistics Manager to support our UK operations. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in logistics working for an international trading company with knowledge in metals or chemicals.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial support for Sales
• Purchase Order and Sales Contract creation
• Follow up on deliveries post order placement
• Communication with warehouse staff and overseas offices to ensure effective inventory management
• Review stock availability and plan timely shipments for stock replenishment
• Review final commodity price calculation
• Manage and monitor credit line exposure
• Assist in completing paperwork and shipping documentation
• Follow-up on deliveries and provide support in checking paperwork for all inbound and outbound orders (import/ export formalities paper, custom clearance docs, etc.)
• Interact with third-party logistics service providers

Key attributes

• Experience dealing with commodities e.g. metals or chemicals (Essential)
• Experience with Imports to the UK Post-Brexit (Essential)
• Must have thorough knowledge of incoterms, including CIF, DAP, DDP, FOB, etc.
• Strong knowledge of Bill of Lading, CMR, AWB, Packing Lists
• Understanding of logistics and warehouse operations
• Effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Negotiation skills
• Pro-active individual
• Problem solving skills

Benefits

• 25 Days Holiday (Plus Bank Holidays)
• Employee pension contribution 8%
• Private Health Insurance (BUPA)

Please note: Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each position we will only be able to respond to applications received with the relevant skills. Should you not hear from us within a week, unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

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Consultant: Ellie Crocker