Are you ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a mission to improve global healthcare? We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Export and Logistics Manager to lead our logistics department in the Clinical Trials Division. This is not just a job; it is a pivotal role in our global expansion journey.
As the Manager of the logistics department, you will be at the heart of our global presence, setting up new logistics hubs and ensuring smooth operations in compliance with local legislation. Your close collaboration with the Senior Management Team will shape the future of our division, helping us seize new opportunities and forge strategic partnerships.
What does an Export and Logistics Manager Do?
Drive Global Operations
Oversee and manage inbound shipments globally, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries. You will be the expert in customs documentation and a key player in achieving our on-time delivery targets.
Strategic Leadership
Lead and train your team, providing continuous support and fostering a high-performance culture. Your analytical skills will be crucial in creating and maintaining KPIs, optimizing costs, and improving efficiency.
Regulatory Compliance
Be the key contact for governmental and regulatory compliance, ensuring we meet all international trade requirements. You will maintain a robust database of equipment requirements and support the development of our ISO quality assurance program.
Innovate and Optimise
Proactively identify risks and develop contingency plans. Your expertise will help us streamline our processes, optimize ERP database usage, and enhance our transportation routes.
Key Responsibilities
1. Manage daily logistics operations, tracking shipments, and providing regular updates.
2. Support account managers with costing, quotes, and joining customer calls as an SME.
3. Ensure data accuracy in import duty and VAT submissions.
4. Create and maintain monthly KPIs, analysing logistic invoicing variances.
5. Achieve all relevant KPIs and ensure compliance with transportation regulations.
6. Assist with product selection and pricing to improve transportation routes.
7. Proactively identify risks and develop contingency plans.
Key Skills
1. Expertise in import and export regulations for international shipping.
2. Problem-solving abilities, working to tight deadlines, and prioritizing by risk.
3. Organized, logical, and adaptable to changing policies and procedures.
4. Knowledge of MDR, IVDR, and various countries' logistic requirements.
5. International Medical Device logistics experience preferred.
6. Proficient in Microsoft Office and software systems.
What We Offer
We provide flexible working hours and generous leave policies to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance. Our competitive salary and benefits include retirement plans and performance bonuses. Full training will be given so that you can become an expert in no time!
We support your career growth with clear advancement paths and professional development opportunities in a positive, inclusive work environment. You can rely on long-term employment and stability, backed by the company's strong financial health.
Additional benefits include 22 days annual leave (increasing to 25 after 5 years), free onsite parking, eye care vouchers, company sick pay, paid medical appointments, workplace pension, company social events, a smart casual dress code, an employee discount scheme, and length of service recognition.
If you're motivated, dedicated, and passionate about customer service, apply today, and one of our team will be in touch.
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