Logistics & Freight Manager

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dSb are currently recruiting for a Freight & Logistics Manager to support the efficient operation of the Supply Chain, working closely with the Director and a range of internal and external stakeholders.

This is a hands-on role with responsibility for inbound freight, shipping, imports, freight forwarders and supplier relationships, negotiating with vessel bookings from Egypt and Vietnam

What will you be doing?

• Supporting the planning and management of inbound freight operations

• Coordinating shipments and working closely with freight forwarders

• Managing shipping schedules, arrival dates and container bookings

• Monitoring suppliers and carriers against KPIs

• Reviewing routing, shipping modes, volumes and carriers to identify efficiencies

• Resolving transportation, import and supplier issues

• Ensuring shipping and import documentation is accurate and compliant

• Negotiating vessel bookings

You’ll ideally have:

Previous shipping / freight experience within a product/retail environment

Working knowledge of import and shipping documentation and INCO terms

xwzovoh Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage conflicting deadlines

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a genuine interest in improving processes

Strong Excel and wider MS Office skills

Candidates will need to have full-right to work in the UK and be accessible to Leeds or Hartlepool area.