Central Freight Manager

Hays Technology; Swindon; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job description

Your new company
You will be working for a world-leading manufacturing business based in Swindon. They are looking for an experienced Freight Manager to come on board to manage the development of freight and customs operations.

Your new role
As the Central Freight Manager, you will develop and implement a company-wide strategy for freight and customs operations, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and future technologies. You will oversee the freight budget, monitor performance metrics, and manage freight tariffs. Your role includes coordinating and negotiating freight RFQs, implementing and managing freight systems, and leading related projects. You will provide expert operational support, serve as the escalation point for over 100 freight providers, and maintain relationships with senior members of each provider. Additionally, you will conduct contract reviews, support LCR completion, and provide monthly performance reports.

What you'll need to succeed
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the logistics/freight industry, strong organisational skills, and a proven track record of managing teams in high-pressure environments. They must possess excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, and have at least an intermediate level of proficiency with MS tools such as Excel, Word, and Outlook. The role requires a full clean driving licence and the willingness to travel internationally regularly. Key competencies include safe and ethical working, honesty and integrity, customer and commercial focus, self-motivation, personal organisation, flexibility, problem-solving and decision-making, commercial awareness, and attention to detail.

What you'll get in return
This role comes with an excellent package. It is a permanent contract with an annual salary of up to £60,000 DOE. There is also a car allowance at £680 per month or the option of a company car. A great pension scheme with 12% employers contribution and a 10% annual bonus based on company profits.
This position will require you to work 07:30-16:30 Monday to Thursday and 07:30 to 12:30 on Fridays. This is a hybrid role, so you will expect to be in the office 3 days a week, unless travelling.

What you need to do now
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