Assistant Shipping Manager

Role: Assistant Shipping Manager
Location: Bromborough
Type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £37,000 DOE + bonus scheme
Type: Monday-Friday days

Russell Taylor Group are seeking an Assistant Shipping Manager to support our client's international logistics and fulfilment operations.

This role is ideal for effective logistics professionals with strong leadership experience and an impeccable eye for detail.

The role:

• Manage all aspects of logistics (air, sea, and road) and communicate with carriers to guarantee on-time, economical delivery.
• Manage and instruct the packing team to improve workflow effectiveness and guarantee quality assurance.
• Comply with international trade standards when creating packing lists, invoices, customs declarations, and other shipment documentation.
• Share information and address any shipping-related concerns with internal teams, freight forwarders, and suppliers on a regular basis.
• Proactively look for ways to streamline logistics procedures and cut expenses.
• Use ERP & WMS to track shipments and deliver performance reports.

The candidate:

• 5 years' experience in shipping and logistics
• 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role
• Knowledge of freight methods
• Excellent problem-solving skills and meticulousness to guarantee order accuracy and eliminate delays.
• Previous experience using an ERP and Warehouse Management System
• A thorough understanding of customs documentation and UK HMRC regulations is required.