Logistics Team Lead

Logistics Team Lead Location: Hounslow, West LondonSalary: £28,000 £32,000 per annumHours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am 6:00pmTeam: 4 direct reportsBusiness: Family-owned logistics businessThe Role We are looking for a practical, reliable and hands-on Logistics Team Lead to join a family-owned business based in Hounslow.This is a varied role combining team leadership, freight administration and day-to-day logistics operations. You will lead a small team of four, ensuring work is organised effectively and shipments are managed accurately and on time.This is very much a hands-on position. You will be expected to support the team wherever required and, during busy periods, this can include driving a Luton van to Heathrow Airport and Central London.Previous logistics or freight experience would be highly beneficial. However, we are also interested in candidates with strong transferable operational and team leadership experience. Training will be provided in specialist areas where required.Key Responsibilities Lead, support and coordinate a logistics team of four.Organise daily workloads and help ensure deadlines and customer requirements are met.Oversee the day-to-day running of freight and logistics operations.Manage freight shipments from start to finish.Support Air, Sea and Road Freight operations.Prepare and process import and export documentation.Complete and/or oversee customs entries, with training provided where required.Liaise with customers, suppliers, carriers, agents ..... full job details .....