Operations Manager - Shipping Lines

Location: Southampton

Salary: 50,000

Are you a results driven, experience Operations Manager? This role could be right for you!

My client is a very established Shipping Line, with offices across the UK and the Globe. They are offering a fantastic package and opportunity for a new Operations Manager to join their team and help lead Import Operations. The right candidate will be an experienced Operations or Office Manager, who has worked previously for a UK based Logistics or Shipping Specialist. Deputy or Assistant Manager's would also be considered.

Package Benefits:

• Bonus Scheme
• 25 days holiday + 8 banks
• Full Private Health Care & Dental Cover
• Life Assurance
• 13% Pension Scheme

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate import logistics activities on a national scale, ensuring compliance with regulations and company standards
• Lead the import team, providing guidance and support in the execution of import processes
• Collaborate with suppliers, customs brokers, and carriers to ensure timely and cost-effective import of goods
• Develop and implement import strategies to optimise processes and reduce lead times
• Monitor and analyse import performance metrics and identify areas for improvement
• Handle any import-related issues and provide timely resolutions
• Stay updated on import regulations and industry trends to ensure compliance and best practices

Requirements:

• Previous Experience working for a UK based Shipping Line
• Previous Import Operation experience.
• Previous Leadership Experience within the Shipping and Logistics Industry.

WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.