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LCL Import Manager

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ 50,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Lancashire

Expire in: 21 days

Job Description

Position: Import Manager - LCL Ocean Freight
Salary £50,000 - £55,000 + Benefits (Negotiabl)

Location: Manchester
Hybrid Working - 2 Days WFH / 3 Days Office

Hours: Mon-Fri 37.5 per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a highly successful, employee-owned logistics business that continues to grow from strength to strength. This organisation has built an outstanding reputation in the market, combining entrepreneurial spirit with a people-first culture - meaning every employee has a genuine stake in the company's success.

They are now looking for an experienced Import Manager with strong LCL ocean freight expertise to lead and develop a well-established import function.

The Role

You'll play a key leadership role within the business, supporting the Head of Department in the day-to-day running of the LCL import operation while driving performance, profitability, and service excellence.

Managing a team of 7, you'll be responsible for creating a high-performing, engaged environment while ensuring operational efficiency and commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

Support overall LCL consolidation planning and strategy
Monitor market conditions, buy/sell rates, and competitor activity
Full responsibility for financial performance, including P&L, KPIs, and reporting
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 7 direct reports
Ensure departmental procedures and service standards are consistently met
Identify and implement operational efficiencies and improvements
Work closely with internal stakeholders including BDMs and Account Managers
Act as a senior escalation point for operational issues
Conduct regular performance reviews and team meetings
Oversee monthly financial checks (invoicing, cost control, job profitability)What We're Looking For

Proven experience in LCL Ocean Imports (essential)
Strong commercial awareness with experience managing P&L and KPIs
Previous leadership experience with the ability to delegate and develop a team
Excellent knowledge of market rates and industry trends
A proactive, solutions-focused mindsetWhy Apply?

Be part of a genuinely employee-owned business where your contribution directly impacts success
Join a company with a strong entrepreneurial culture and growth mindset
Hybrid working model (2 days from home)
Competitive salary and benefits package
Real opportunity to shape and grow a key department 

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