Freight Executive

6 months ago

Manchester, United Kingdom THG Full time

THG is a fast-moving, global technology business that specialises in taking brands direct to consumers. Our world-class proprietary tech and infrastructure powers our extensive portfolio of beauty, nutrition and lifestyle brands and is now helping drive exponential growth of our clients' brands globally.

We're powered by a global team of over 7,000 ambitious people around the world. Our culture is fast-paced and entrepreneurial, it's this DNA that has supported our incredible growth.

We're always looking for individuals that can bring fresh and innovative thinking to THG, and play a part in driving the group forward on its exciting journey. So, if you're ready to take the next big step in your career, challenge yourself every day and evolve with the world around you, THG is ready for you.

**Location: Icon 1, M90 5AA**

**About Central Functions**

Central Functions is formed of the teams and people that serve the entire business. These people are integral to the smooth running of the business; ensuring everyone is paid on time, that materials are sourced and arrive promptly, that we meet our legal obligations and that our health, safety, and security is safeguarded.

**About Procurement and Supply Chain and the Role**

The Procurement and Supply Chain team are responsible for the processes and materials behind the manufacture and distribution of the goods that THG creates and sells. The work the team does is critical in ensuring the business is competitive in the market.

Reporting to the Head of Freight, the Freight Executive will ensure that logistic transport and delivery solutions are provided to meet targets set by the business by driving strategic initiatives.

**Responsibilities**:

- To plan Ocean, Air and Road freight shipments from end to end. Including creating export documentation, liaising with freight forwarders and providing information to brokers and other external stakeholders.
- To manage UK imports, exports and cross trade shipments.
- To support centralised business functions including supply chain, merchandisers and buyers.
- To carry out this role effectively you will need to have a good understanding of the freight and logistics industry with a working knowledge of incoterms and import/export requirements.
- Provide quotes and troubleshoot issues when required
- Deal with special arrangements for transporting delicate cargos
- Maintain communication and control through all phases of the journey
- Ensuring the business is compliant with regulations relevant to Logistics
- To develop the relationship between technology and seamless logistics
- To develop excellent working relationships with our global 3PL's

**Requirements**:

- Excellent communication skills - you will be liaising with a variety of people
- Previous experience working in a logistics or freight forwarding environment
- Detailed understanding of export and import processes
- Working knowledge and understanding of Incoterms
- Previous experience creating export documentation including Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, EUR1 Certificates and Certificates of Origin.
- High attention to detail for creating and managing export documentation / reports.
- Good organisational and planning skills
- Good geographical knowledge
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances
- Problem-solving ability, particularly when working under pressure
- If you have experience working in the Transport and Delivery side of Logistics, with international freight forwarders and 3PL partners plus a very good understanding of logistics and e-commerce that would be an advantage

**Benefits**:

- Competitive salary
- Onsite Doctor
- Employee discounts
- Gym Discounts
- Company bonus scheme
- Company pension scheme

**THG is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.

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