Global Logistics Manager

Global Logistics Manager
Permanent
North Tyneside
Circa £45,000 per annum
Full time
Are you an experienced Global Logistics Manager with a background managing international shipping for a global engineering or manufacturing company? This role offers an excellent opportunity to make an impact, develop the worldwide logistics service offered to Clients and manage and support a team. You will need a strategic understanding of supply chains, strong negotiation skills, and in-depth knowledge of international trade regulations.
Responsibilities
* Develop and implement international logistics strategies, including import/export procedures, customs compliance, and international shipping methods.
* Negotiate freight rates and contracts with carriers (air, sea, land). Audit and day to day management of providers ensuring best fit and a seamless customer experience.
* Implement robust systems and process improvements
* Manage international shipping documentation and regulations and build relationships with international suppliers, freight forwarders.
* Manage and train logistics staff
* Stay up to date on international trade laws and regulations and be a subject matter expert working proactively with the Trade Compliance Manager to ensure all policies and processes are followed
* Ensure compliance with all HMRC/trade-related regulations
* Work proactively with internal stakeholders participating in the development of strategies and supply chain initiatives
Requirements
* A degree in logistics or supply chain is essential
* Experience fulfilling the responsibilities of the role
* Excellent knowledge of international shipping requirements and documentation
* Experience of Incoterms and working to them
* Strong background and knowledge of shipping protocols, expert licencing and managing external logistics suppliers
* Team management and development
* Attention to detail and excellent IT skills
* Positive and proactive mindset
* Able to communicate effectively
* Full clean driving licence
We are only accepting applications from suitable degree qualified candidate who have a relevant background, more information on application