Logistics Manager

7 days ago


Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom AVASK ACCOUNTING & BUSINESS CONSULTANTS Full time

Job Summary:

The Shipping Manager will be responsible for overseeing the shipping strategy and daily operations of our company. This role requires a strong understanding of shipping, import/export, and freight forwarding procedures, as well as excellent commercial acumen and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement shipping strategies to maintain competitiveness and ensure timely delivery of goods.
  • Review pricing strategies and conduct profit margin analysis to optimize revenue.
  • Participate in day-to-day operations, including shipping, import/export, and freight forwarding requirements.
  • Ensure controls are in place to minimize errors and implement procedures for efficient operations.
  • Support business development and marketing initiatives for freight forwarding, shipping, and import/export services.
  • Contribute to cross-functional process analysis and development of effective policies and procedures.
  • Analyze and interpret data to inform business decisions and write reports.
  • Collaborate with the team to develop and implement software systems to improve business efficiency and customer experience.
  • Continuously monitor and improve department performance to support business goals.

Requirements:

  • Strong commercial awareness and understanding of shipping, import/export, and freight forwarding procedures.
  • Proven experience as a Shipping Manager or similar role.
  • Solid knowledge of shipping, import/export, and freight forwarding procedures.
  • Experience with preparing financial reports, forecasts, and budgets.
  • Strong Excel skills.

Benefits:

  • 25 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
  • Birthday off after 1 year of service.
  • Pension scheme with Royal London.
  • Private Healthcare Insurance with Vitality Health care.
  • Cycle2Work scheme available through salary sacrifice.
  • Creative spacious offices with breakout areas and subsidised canteen.

About AVASK Accounting & Business Consultants:

AVASK is a rapidly expanding firm specialising in international VAT and tax and accounting for e-commerce businesses. We provide comprehensive expertise, including practical guidance on cross-border transactions, ensuring compliance, and assisting with group structures and tax advisory services.



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