Operations Manager, Chinese Speaking, Freight, Logistics, Leeds, COR7673

Corriculo Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Corriculo Ltd in Leeds is looking for an Operations Manager who speaks fluent Chinese to oversee our growing freight and logistics operations. You will manage order processing, forecast supply and demand, control stock, and coordinate road, sea and air freight with suppliers in China.

You will use data analytics to spot efficiency gains and work in a hybrid setting from our Leeds offices, collaborating with multiple teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and delivery excellence.

Qualifications

• Fluent Chinese is essential for supplier coordination.
• Prev. experience in logistics, operations and purchasing.
• Experience with road, sea and air freight.
• Understanding of distribution companies; chemicals industry a plus.
• Strong communication and coordination to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage order processing and inventory.
• Forecast supply and demand to balance stock.
• Oversee stock management and warehouse coordination.
• Coordinate freight and logistics with Chinese suppliers.
• Utilize data analytics to identify process improvements.

Skills

Fluent Chinese

Logistics ops

Purchasing

Freight coord

Data analytics

Communication

Job description

Operations Manager, Chinese Speaking, Freight, Logistics, Leeds, COR7673

Are you an organised and proactive individual with strong operational experience and a knack for critical thinking? This could be the perfect opportunity for you!

The Role

As an Operations Manager, you will help manage the company's supply chain and ensure the smooth and efficient running of day-to-day operations. Your responsibilities will include order processing, supply and demand forecasting, stock management, coordinating freight and logistics, and utilising data analytics to identify opportunities for process improvements.

Coordinating with suppliers in China is a key responsibility for the role, as such speaking Chinese is an essential requirement.

The Company

Our client is a rapidly expanding company in the specialty chemical distribution industry focused on trust, transparency, and a customer-focused approach. As an Operations Manager, you'll be part of a forward-thinking team that values hard work, operational excellence, and innovative thinking.

The work pattern is hybrid remote, working from their Leeds offices.

What's Required?

The ideal candidate for this role will have the following:

• Previous experience in logistics, operations, and purchasing
• Fluent Chinese language skills are essential
• Experience with road, sea, and air freight
• An understanding of distribution companies and insight into the chemicals industry would be a plus
• Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Ready to take the next step in your career?