Operations Manager

Lord Search & Selection; Slough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Courier Operations Manager to oversee the Operations Department in Slough. In this hands-on role, you will manage a team, ensure compliance with regulations, and optimize operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess extensive industry knowledge and strong leadership capabilities, contributing to the strategic improvements of the operation. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered for this vital position.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of the courier industry for exports and imports.
• Experience leading a team with motivation and management skills.
• Knowledge of HMRC procedures for imports/exports.

Responsibilities

• Manage the smooth running of the Operations Department, overseeing staffing and targets.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations while processing shipments.
• Motivate and train the Operations team for effective performance.

Skills

Knowledge of courier industry

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Administration skills

Ability to multitask

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Courier Operations Manager

Slough

45K + additional benefits

Responsible to the Operations Director, it will be your responsibility to ensure the smooth running of the operation. This is a hands-on role, which will involve managing a team to ensure shipments are processed and made ready for export adhering to procedures and deadlines.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:-

Maintaining the smooth and effective running of the Operations Department, including staffing levels, supplier engagement and delivery of departmental targets.

Ensuring shipments are processed in accordance with established policy & procedures.

Motivating the Operations team to perform effectively and efficiently, ensuring they have the correct skills and training to undertake their roles .

Working with the Operations Director to deliver strategic improvements.

Being responsive and agile to operational demands, with the ability to identify issues & solutions.

Ensure compliance with HMRC and regulatory procedures.

Performance monitoring and reporting .

Liaison with UK and overseas partners.

Carry out any other duties that may be reasonably required in the context of the job role.

Skills required

Extensive knowledge of the courier industry, for both exports and imports

Experience of leading a team

Knowledge of HMRC import/export procedures and raising entries

IATA Dangerous Goods trained

Forklift licence

You must be able to work in a fast-paced environment

You must have strong administration and communication skills

Exceptional leadership, motivation, and people management skills

Ability to prioritise, multitask and delegate

Good working knowledge of computers and email and office applications

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All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.