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Logistics Supervisor
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 35,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: WA7, Preston on the Hill, Borough of Halton
Expire in: a month
Job Description
About Us
Founded in 2004, Sandon Global Engraving Limited is a world leading manufacturer of Anilox Rollers / Sleeves and Can Decoration Systems for the print industry.
Based in Runcorn, Cheshire, we export to over 70 counties worldwide. Our commitment to invest in state-of-the-art facilities, technologies and R&D have delivered consistent growth, however it is the skill, dedication and commitment of our team, that truly sets us apart, from our competition.
The Role
We are looking for a Logistics Supervisor to join our team, on a fixed term contract of 18 months, to be responsible for the logistics and despatch process for exporting our product both domestically and globally in the most efficient and cost-effective manner whilst ensuring that high quality service is maintained.
The role includes working closely with hauliers and our warehouse team to ensure the efficient packaging and delivery of our product from our UK depot via most modes of transport including; road, sea and air. This may also involve the transportation of hazardous goods and the documentation surrounding this. An essential part of the role is to ensure that deadlines are met and strong communication throughout the supply chain is upheld.
Key Responsibilities
* To create and maintain a library of all import and export documents to comply with current legislation.
* To implement and manage inward processing relief (IPR).
* To implement and facilitate standardised packaging for the shipping of Sandon Global products globally (SOPs to be created and adhered to).
* To ensure that documentation is accurately recorded and filed (pre and post shipping).
* To liaise, motivate and communicate with the wider team (planning, sales / customer service and despatch) to ensure that products are scheduled for despatch in the most expedient and logical manner.
* To analyse orders and other records to determine shipping priorities according to manufacturing schedules and determine appropriate routes and rates for export to ensure On-Time Delivery.
* To be responsible for the administration involved in dispatching products; producing delivery notes and financial administration.
* To ensure that shipping documentation is accurate in terms of current legislation. Reference to incoterms, post Brexit legislation and shipping of hazardous chemicals.
* To examine shipping costs and negotiate with external hauliers to ensure that our product is shipped in the most cost-effective manner. To include negotiation of carrier contracts.
* To maintain an accurate inventory of what has been shipped each day and to report to Management on this.
* To be responsible for the management of the Despatch Team and to oversee activities and performance of all members of the team with regard to efficiency and capacity and to take corrective action where necessary.
* To manage team performance issues (including NCRs) and recommending training as required.
* To ensure all staff adhere to company health and safety policies and procedures at all times through safe systems of work and practices and completion of health and safety training to ensure total safety awareness.
* To be responsible for KPIs set and contribute to business-wide reporting and planning.
Requirements
We are looking for someone with:
* Experience in importing and exporting goods (previous knowledge of logistics, exporting hazardous goods, incoterms and export legislation).
* Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
* Experience with export documentation and compliance.
* Freightforwarding experience.
* Strong decision-making, problem-solving and planning skills.
* Exceptional time management skills.
* The ability to multi-task, prioritise tasks and work to deadlines.
* Strong IT skills.
* Previous experience of intra-company trade between the UK and overseas entities.
* A "can do" attitude who is a team player and has a good attention to detail.
Hours of Work
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm (to include a 30 minute unpaid lunchbreak each day).
Holiday
24 days holiday + bank holidays per year
*Please note that salary is in the region of £35,000 per annum depending on previous experience.
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