Freight Forwarding Operations Manager

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Strong Recruitment Group Full time

Job Title: Freight Forwarding Operations Manager

Location: Hayes, London

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum, DOE

Holiday: 23 days excluding bank holidays

Company Benefits: Company Pension, Free parking

Job Description:

Strong Recruitment Group is acting on behalf of its client, a leading logistics company, who is seeking an experienced Freight Forwarding Operations Manager to oversee the end-to-end operations and successful execution of all sea freight imports and exports.

The ideal candidate should have solid experience in ocean freight and a strong background in customs clearance. They should also have managerial experience of effectively leading a team, evidence of taking responsibility and willingness to take ownership, strong IT skills, problem-solving skills, and a full UK driving license.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the end-to-end operations of sea freight imports and exports
  • Manage a team of logistics professionals
  • Ensure timely and efficient execution of all sea freight operations
  • Develop and implement customs clearance procedures
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure seamless logistics operations

Requirements:

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in ocean freight
  • Strong background in customs clearance
  • Managerial experience of effectively leading a team
  • Evidence of taking responsibility and willingness to take ownership
  • Strong IT skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Full UK driving license

What We Offer:

Competitive salary, 23 days holiday, company pension, free parking, and the opportunity to work with a leading logistics company.



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