Transport and Logistics Coordinator

7 days ago

Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Jo Thompson Recruitment Full time
Job Title: Transport and Logistics Manager

International Forest Products (UK) is a leading global player in the forest products industry, with a rich legacy spanning sports, entertainment, real estate, paper and packaging, and forest product trading. As a subsidiary of the Kraft Group of Companies, IFP boasts a strong presence in the market, with a global network of offices and exclusive sales representatives.

We are seeking a results-driven and experienced Transport and Logistics Manager to join our UK-based team in Berkshire. In this role, you will drive business growth by managing commercial and stakeholder relationships while ensuring the seamless operational execution of freight forwarding services.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Freight procurement for all FTL movements in Europe, negotiating rates with hauliers and communicating/presenting these for internal use
  • Freight procurement for all container movements (import or export) from the UK and Europe, negotiating rates with carriers and communicating/presenting these for internal use
  • Documenting and presenting freight metrics to the sales group, identifying freight opportunities, and mitigating risk through ongoing understanding of the freight market
  • Managing all UK/EU carrier/forwarder/haulier relations to maintain and ensure business cooperation, providing value to the company through the commercial acquisition of freight and freight-related opportunities
  • Acting as the primary escalation point on all freight-related issues, service, and general account management
Requirements:
  • A minimum of 2 years' experience in supply chain management or freight forwarding/shipping
  • Fundamental understanding of the container freight market, innovative use of systems to improve/ease administrative load and manage shipments effectively
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills to build and sustain effective business relationships, team management skills with a focus on achieving successful business outcomes
  • Problem-solving abilities with an emphasis on delivering creative solutions to clients' logistics challenges, the ability to manage and mitigate risk, and experience in commercial and budget management

In return, we offer development opportunities where entrepreneurial thinking is highly valued, flexible working options, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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