Assistant Shipping Manager

Assistant Shipping Manager Location: Wirral Type: Permanent, Full Time Salary: Competitive salary package, Performance-related bonus, Pension scheme, Healthcare benefits, Employee wellbeing initiatives Russell Taylor Group is working with one of the UKs leading technology manufacturing companies, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of day-to-day shipping activities, ensuring the efficient movement of goods across domestic and international markets while maintaining high standards of compliance, service and operational performance. Working closely with internal stakeholders, carriers and freight partners, the successful candidate will play a key role in driving efficiency, supporting continuous improvement initiatives and leading a small operational team within a fast-paced environment. The role: • Coordinate end-to-end domestic and international shipments across multiple transport modes. • Liaise with freight providers and carriers to ensure cost-effective and timely deliveries. • Manage shipping documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, customs declarations and associated export paperwork. • Ensure compliance with customs regulations, HMRC requirements, Incoterms and post-Brexit trading procedures. • Supervise and support a small packing and dispatch team, maintaining productivity and quality standards. • Monitor shipment activity, investigate delays and implement corrective actions where required. • Identify opportunities to improve ..... full job details .....