Cargo Procurement Manager

ZipRecruiter; Horley; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Une organisation aéronautique de premier plan recherche un Manager Approvisionnement basé à London Gatwick. Ce poste offre une excellente opportunité pour quelqu'un travaillant déjà avec des fournisseurs ou un Responsable Développement Commercial cherchant à progresser. Le candidat retenu sera chargé de gérer et de développer des relations, de négocier les meilleurs tarifs avec les prestataires de services mondiaux.

Qualifications

• Expérience dans le secteur du fret/cargo.
• Compétences en gestion de compte, processus d'appel d'offres, et service client de haut niveau.

Responsibilities

• Auditer et mettre à jour la base de données des courriers mondiaux.
• Négocier des accords de taux et incitations avec les fournisseurs.
• Développer des accords commerciaux avec les prestataires.

Skills

Compréhension forte de l'industrie du fret

Gestion de comptes clés

Capacité à influencer les parties prenantes

Vision stratégique claire

Job description

Right Now Group is currently recruiting for a Procurement Manager for a world-leading Aviation organisation based at London Gatwick.

This position offers a great opportunity for someone already working directly with vendors or a Business Development Manager seeking the next career step. The successful candidate will manage and develop relationships, negotiate the best rates with global service providers, including On-board Couriers, Road, and Airfreight suppliers.

Location: London Gatwick (Hybrid)

Salary: £50,000-£67,000 (Dependent on experience) + Commission

Hours: Monday-Friday 09:00-17:30

Responsibilities:

• Audit and update the global courier database.
• Review and revise SOPs, operational templates, and courier guidelines.
• Develop comprehensive training materials and operational processes.
• Introduce and implement support systems such as ticketing tools and customs agents.
• Assess and expand the global RFS supplier network.
• Create and implement a Standard Operating Procedure for RFS.
• Negotiate rate agreements and supplier incentives.
• Evaluate and grow the global airfreight supplier base.
• Establish SOPs for airfreight vendor engagement.
• Develop commercial agreements and incentives with providers.
• Provide operational and commercial support to global cargo teams.
• Represent the brand at key trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events.

Key Skills:

• Strong understanding of the freight/cargo industry.
• Skilled in challenging constructively and influencing stakeholders.
• Experienced in key account management, tender processes, and high-level customer service.
• Clear strategic vision with a credible business perspective.