Ocean Freight Team Leader
Posted 3 days ago
- Altrincham, Greater Manchester
- Any
- External
- Expires In 3 months
Position: Ocean Freight Team Leader
Location: Altrincham, Manchester
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 09:00-17:30
Salary: up to £45,000 (DOE)
We are recruiting for a client of ours who has been providing logistics and transport solutions for over 24 years!
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Ocean Freight Team Leader to oversee their ocean freight operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in freight forwarding, demonstrating leadership skills and the ability to drive operational excellence. This role will involve managing a team of two, customs procedures and regulations, imports and exports, all while delivering exceptional service.
Your key responsibilities as an Ocean Freight Team Leader:
Complete start-to-finish ocean freight operations; both Importing & Exporting!
Lead, mentor and provide guidance to the team
Provide freight rates, quotes and pricing solutions for customers
Collaborate with the sales, customer relationship and digital marketing teams to identify new business opportunities and develop strategies to expand our client base.
Strengthen relationships with existing suppliers and develop customer base
Stay up-to-date with relevant industry regulations and ensure compliance within the department.
Monitor market trends, industry developments, and competitor activities to identify potential risks and opportunitiesRequirements:
5 years' experience of ocean freight operations
Strong understanding of customs procedures and regulations
Imports and Exports
FCL & LCL experience
Experience in managing a team, with excellent leadership and people management skills
The ability to run internal audits
Exceptional organisational and time management skills
Proactive and results-oriented mind-set
Benefits:
23 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Up to £45,000 (DOE)
Company pension contribution
Company bonus scheme
Bonus scheme
Death in service
1 paid Volunteer day per annum
Employee Assistance program
WR Logistics are the #1 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
Location: Altrincham, Manchester
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 09:00-17:30
Salary: up to £45,000 (DOE)
We are recruiting for a client of ours who has been providing logistics and transport solutions for over 24 years!
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Ocean Freight Team Leader to oversee their ocean freight operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in freight forwarding, demonstrating leadership skills and the ability to drive operational excellence. This role will involve managing a team of two, customs procedures and regulations, imports and exports, all while delivering exceptional service.
Your key responsibilities as an Ocean Freight Team Leader:
Complete start-to-finish ocean freight operations; both Importing & Exporting!
Lead, mentor and provide guidance to the team
Provide freight rates, quotes and pricing solutions for customers
Collaborate with the sales, customer relationship and digital marketing teams to identify new business opportunities and develop strategies to expand our client base.
Strengthen relationships with existing suppliers and develop customer base
Stay up-to-date with relevant industry regulations and ensure compliance within the department.
Monitor market trends, industry developments, and competitor activities to identify potential risks and opportunitiesRequirements:
5 years' experience of ocean freight operations
Strong understanding of customs procedures and regulations
Imports and Exports
FCL & LCL experience
Experience in managing a team, with excellent leadership and people management skills
The ability to run internal audits
Exceptional organisational and time management skills
Proactive and results-oriented mind-set
Benefits:
23 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Up to £45,000 (DOE)
Company pension contribution
Company bonus scheme
Bonus scheme
Death in service
1 paid Volunteer day per annum
Employee Assistance program
WR Logistics are the #1 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