Operations Team Leader

Ups; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking an Operations Team Leader based in Greater London. This role involves managing all import/export shipments, ensuring timely processing to meet airline cut-off times, and communicating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have import/export experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage warehouse operations effectively. This is a permanent position, Monday to Friday, with a focus on maintaining clear processes and efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Experience managing import/export operations and warehouse functions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control all import/export shipments effectively.
• Ensure timely processing and dispatch of shipments to meet airline departures.
• Gather information required for customs entries and shipment export.

Skills

Import/export experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Operations Team Leader

Shift is Monday to Friday working 0130-1000 (40 hours)

Based at Marken Ltd, 648 River Gardens, Feltham, TW14 0RB

To manage and control the import/export of all shipments in/out of trans shipping through the UK.

Ensure all shipments are processed and dispatch in time to meet the relevant airline departure.

By controlling the imports/exports aim to improve the external working relationship with the handling facilities, overseas offices, and a clear communication line with other departments within the London branch.

Ensure the correct job process flow is maintained and customs entries are filed accordingly for record purposes.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Warehouse and Security Manager, this person will be responsible for successfully supporting the import/export/warehouse and transport operations function.
• Label and prepare shipments for export (some heavy lifting may be required).
• Provide clear and accurate information regarding the handling of the shipments especially when shipments are delayed.
• Communicate with customer services and transport regarding the collection of shipments back to the LON office.
• Communicate with other Marken offices and overseas agents to confirm receipt of the pre-alert information.
• Communicate with airlines and handling facilities.
• Primary function is to gather the information required to export the shipment so that the transit time can be achieved.
• Reporting to the warehouse and security manager, this person will be responsible for successfully supporting the export/import/warehouse and transport function.
• Manage the receipt of all outbound shipments daily to ensure that shipments are processed and dispatched to the airlines and client sites to meet the respective cut-off times.
• Provide clear and accurate information regarding the handling of the shipments especially when shipments are delayed.
• Control sheet and file management to ensure the information is complete and accurate.
• Manage warehouse operational area and staff on site.
• Import/export experience preferable but desirable.

Employee Type

Permanent

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