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Export Logistics Leader

Newport Permanent View Job Description
Export Logistics Leader will be responsible for the export logistics providing an effective and professional service to meet customer needs. Accountability will be for the performance of the team meeting its targets, key performance indicators and continuous improvements.
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  • Newly created Export Logistics Leader role
  • Established Global Manufacturing group

About Our Client

Our client is a global powerhouse in the manufacturing sector with over 11,000 employees worldwide. With a robust presence in South Wales, operating out of a state of the art manufacturing facility, their commitment to innovation and quality sets them apart in their industry.

Job Description

  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the export department to deliver the KPI's for the department and ensure a full service to the customer.
  • Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, export documentation, Incoterms, sanctions and customs requirements.
  • Stay up to date on changes in customs regulations and trade policies and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
  • Identify potential risks within the logistics operations and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Develop and lead the team to a continuous improvement culture, which includes a methodical system of managing and analysing performance and delivery issues.
  • Lead the ownership of data management to ensure that the records and other data are always up to date and accurate, amongst other things, that there are zero errors in the dispatch process.
  • Ensure that the site daily delivery performance is maintained at its target levels, and that requisite documentation and material supplies are in place to avoid unnecessary delays to customer deliveries.
  • To ensure that the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Standard Work (SW) are in place for all activities of the team. Ensure that all personnel adhere to the SOP and SW and ensure that there is a training plan to these standards ensuring cross functional flexibility in the team.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Export Logistics Leader should have:

  • A degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
  • Previous experience within a fast-paced warehouse / manufacturing environment and a good understanding of product distribution globally.
  • Good working knowledge of trade regulations, export and import procedures.
  • Proven interpersonal skills to build excellent customer relationships.
  • Excellent people management skills.
  • Ability to work to tight deadlines and within a fast paced and high-pressure environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a commercial approach to resolving issues and providing advice.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary range..
  • Generous holiday allowance.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Bonus Scheme
  • Opportunity to work in a multinational company out of the state of the art manufacturing facility in Newport..
  • A supportive and inclusive company culture that fosters professional growth.



Contact
Mark Hickman
Quote job ref
JN-092024-6547255
Phone number
+44 292 064 2034

Job summary

Job function
Logistics
Subsector
Import/Export
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Newport
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Mark Hickman
Consultant phone
+44 292 064 2034
Job reference
JN-092024-6547255