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European Freight Forwarder Location - Gloucester GL51 6SP Monday to Friday 0900 - 1730 hrs This is an amazing opportunity to join an award-winning provider of international logistics and freight services, as a European Operations Team Leader. You will be providing a valuable service to the Freight Operations department by leading a small team and overseeing all aspects of the day-to-day duties involved, efficiently and effectively. Responsibilities: ·Lead a small team of operational staff to oversee the efficient running of the European Operations department on a day-to-day basis ·Oversee all aspects of freight operations, including cargo booking, routing, tracking, documentation, Customs clearance and compliance with industry regulations ·Plan weekly export trailers efficiently to maximise trailer payloads ·Develop key service relationships with customers, colleagues and overseas agents to provide efficient and effective service ·Ensure good internal communication between key departments, Customs, Transport, Warehouse to ensure efficient loading & transport of customer goods ·Resolving and managing customer/agent queries courteously and efficiently ·Adding charges and accruals to shipments ·Arranging all risks insurance for high value/client sensitive shipments ·Working with the team to align and streamline internal processes ·Deputise for the Branch Manager as and when required Required Skills & Experience: ·Experience of working in a freight forwarding/logistics role, particularly European road freight (essential) ·Experience of working in a supervisory role (desirable) ·Ability to load/plan/route export trailers for cost-effective groupage trailer planning with experience in using weights, volumes and loading metres (desirable) ·Strong customer service skills ·Commercially aware ·Clear and confident communicator ·Analytical & accurate, with excellent attention to detail ·Assertive ·Computer literate and able to learn how to use new systems effectively ·Ability to work collaboratively as a team player ·Confident using Microsoft packages such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint ·Good attention to detail when handling data Ability to manage time effectively and priorities workload Other information is a 'Great Place to Work' - here are just some of our benefits... 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays BHN Discount Platform Employee Assistance Program Contributory Pension Scheme Discounted Gym Membership Pay Day Treat Days Learning Management System Mental Health Forum& First Aiders This is a great opportunity for the right individual to join an award-winning and growing company, who genuinely care about their employees. Challenge-trg Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) in all our employment practices to all employees, temporary workers, and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender reassignment, married or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We are partnering with a Freight Forwarding organisation seeking a General Manager to join their team in Essex.You will be responsible for managing the branch, sales and development of the business.Responsibilities; Reporting directly to the Group ChairmanOversee import and export operations, ensuring accuracy and timely completion of legal, financial, and invoicing tasks.Create, maintain, and enforce SOPs for the department, ensuring compliance with industry standards.Communicate and report internal leads to sales and customer service teamsManage staff and oversee day to day operationsResponsible for assisting the company growth and expanding commercial activitiesOversee sales activitiesProvide training, supervision and maintain staff recordsBuild and maintain strong customer relationshipsOversee the general day to day running of the Essex branch Skills Required; International freight forwarding experienceExperience working within a sales and development positionExcellent negotiation skills working with Shipping Lines and Roadfreight organisationsExcellent leadership skillsProven experience in leading and managing teamsExcellent understanding of import/export operationsExceptional communication skills

Specialist sectors: Freight Forwarding / Ocean Freight / Customs Desired skills: Executive Leadership / Delegation / Strategic Process Management / Off-shoring Package: £100 - 130k (including basic salary, car, bonus) A unique opportunity to join this fast growing mid-sized freight forwarding business during an exciting period of expansion. This newly created role will lead a number of departments with direct management reports across the companies freight forwarding activities, predominantly focussed on ocean freight and customs services plus road freight and air freight. This high-level role demands a strategic leader with a solid background in freight forwarding operations. The ideal candidate will have gained senior leadership experience in mid-sized freight businesses, or potentially be seeking a step-up from a senior management function of a large freight forwarding branch. Duties: Provide visionary leadership and direction to the operations division, encompassing sea freight, airfreight, road freight, customs, procurement, and off-shoringDevelop and execute comprehensive operational strategies that align with and support the company’s overarching goals and objectivesFinancial Performance: Achieve agreed performance metrics, including GP, net contribution, and operational targetsLeadership: Create a culture of continuous improvement while fostering a supportive and motivating atmosphere for employeesOperational Efficiency: Streamline processes to minimize costs and maximize efficiencyResource Optimisation: Efficiently allocate manpower and resources to meet operational demandsPeople management: Ensure that our people recruitment, management, development and retention is best in classContinuous Improvement: Enhance processes and performance through innovation and trainingTechnology Adoption: Embrace technology to enhance capabilities and create a competitive advantageOff-shoring: To successfully implement off-shoring opportunities within operations, creating an effective relationship and review cycle with the business partnersStrategic Planning: Contribute to company growth and expansion through strategic initiatives aligned with the companies long term plansCustomer Satisfaction: Deliver high-quality service and address customer needs promptly. Required experience: Extensive experience in freight forwarding operations working for freight forwarders, including significant time in senior leadership rolesDemonstrated expertise in managing sea freight, airfreight, road freight, customs, procurement, and off-shoring operations at a senior levelProven track record of delivering growth and enhancing performance in the general management of a freight forwarding and/or supply chain businessStrong background in business development, organisational restructuring, and resource management and development Mode 3 Executive Search Ltd is an independent recruitment consultancy providing specialist talent finding services. Principally we operate within Supply Chain & Logistics (SCM), Freight Forwarding, Shipping and the wider Global Transportation markets. We are always keen to connect with talented individuals working in Freight Forwarding, Freight Management, Import Freight, Export Freight, Sea Freight, Air Freight, Road Freight, Project Freight Forwarding, Supply Chain, International Logistics, Shipping, International Removals and International Relocation Management.