Manager Logistics & Trade Comp

LutechResources; Chiswick; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and trade compliance company is seeking a Manager of Logistics & Trade Compliance in Chiswick. The role requires 10+ years of experience in project logistics, strong leadership skills, and the ability to navigate trade compliance regulations. The successful candidate will oversee staff, develop logistics strategies, and ensure compliance with policies and regulations, contributing to the efficiency of logistics operations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in capital project logistics industry.
• Experience with offshore and onshore operations preferred.
• Good knowledge of Trade Compliance import/export regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead logistics projects and oversee staff.
• Develop logistics strategies for tracking materials.
• Create and maintain project logistics schedules.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Leadership skills

Process mapping capabilities

Ability to learn complex software

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

Tools

SPM

JDE

Job description

Job Overview:

The Manager of Logistics & Trade Compliance requires an in-depth understanding of concepts, theories, and principles related to Logistics & Trade Compliance, along with basic knowledge of related disciplines. The role involves applying industry knowledge to improve processes, guide policies, and resolve technical, operational, and organizational issues impacting effectiveness. The Manager influences service levels, team performance, and ensures decisions align with policies, resources, budgets, and business plans.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management (preferred)
• 10+ years experience in capital project logistics industry
• Experience with offshore and onshore operations (preferred)
• Extensive experience in domestic and international contract execution within key industries, including procurement processes
• Good knowledge of Trade Compliance import/export regulations
• Strong analytical skills and process mapping capabilities
• Ability to learn and teach complex software quickly
• Leadership skills and team-oriented attitude
• High motivation and achievement drive
• SPM and JDE experience (preferred)

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Responsibilities:

• Lead logistics projects and oversee staff
• Develop logistics strategies for tracking and movement of materials
• Create and maintain project logistics schedules in coordination with PCM
• Contribute to global freight forwarders and logistics providers' lists
• Engage with regional logistics providers to support gaps
• Develop project-specific specifications (e.g., packing & marking instructions)
• Conduct logistics studies to ensure equipment transport
• Review transport and lifting sketches
• Perform performance reviews of logistics team members
• Support logistics estimating and budgeting
• Facilitate bidding, cost analysis, and provider selection
• Support project status reporting
• Assist in systems implementation and other company objectives
• Create logistics execution plans and proposal efforts
• Collaborate with Modularization group for logistics solutions
• Benchmark logistics estimates with developed metrics
• Oversee logistics personnel and resource allocation
• Develop logistics agreements and pre-bid documents
• Manage logistics inquiries, system setup, and supplier engagement
• Drive procurement of materials according to schedule
• Understand logistics operations involving export credit agency funding
• Manage project procurement activities
• Familiarize with project scope, fabrication schedule, and client requirements
• Develop project logistics plans interfacing with procurement and subcontracting
• Coordinate with engineering, clients, fabrication yards, and subcontractors
• Enforce compliance with company policies and procedures
• Ensure training completion for team members