Freight Operations Manager - Felixstowe
Location
Felixstowe, Suffolk | United Kingdom
Job description
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My Client provides a comprehensive range of services, including container shipping, air and ocean freight, supply chain management, and customs brokerage. With a vast network and a focus on sustainability, they play a pivotal role in facilitating international trade and global supply chain solutions.
Job Description
The Ideal Freight Operations Manager who will be reporting into the General Manager will have the following Skills and Attributes:
- Oversee Operations Team
- Negotiation of Air, Road and Sea spot quotations
- Manage and oversee freight bookings from start to finish
- build positive relationships with carriers, suppliers, and partners including existing clients.
- Manage, develop and mentor operations teams via 1 to 1 development and KPI tracking
- Solve commercial and operational challenges
- Proactively improve efficiency of operations and making positive commercial decisions
The Successful Applicant
The Successful Freight Operations Manager will have the following skills and attributes:
- Experience managing operational teams within Freight: Air, Sea or Road (REQUIRED).
- Commercial understanding of freight industry and ability to follow trends.
- Attention to detail across all levels
- Ability to support the team and problem solve.
- Commute to Heathrow
What's on Offer
- Salary Based on Experience
- Bonus
- Pension
- Wellness and Mental health Schemes + Benefits
Michael Page is part of the PageGroup. Michael Page is a trading name of Michael Page International Recruitment Limited. Registered in England No. 04130921Registered Office: 200 Dashwood Lang Road, Bourne Business Park, Addlestone, Surrey, KT15 2NX
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