Warehouse Manager- freight forwarding

Job Overview
My clients a global well established freight forwarder based within the Heathrow area, this would be a crucial role within the operation, you would be overseeing 2x warehouse supervisors and 5x warehouse operatives.

Duties:

• Ensuring the smooth running of warehouse
• Overseeing 2 warehouse supervisors and 5 warehouse operatives
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients and transportation providers.
• Bond checks
• Ensure compliance with CAA regulations
• To optimise efficiency and minimize delays
• To manage customs bonded warehouse operation
• Monitor and create reports on performance
• HR- monitoring sickness, arranging holiday cover, recruiting, training and monitoring staff

Skills required:

• 5 years + previous experience in freight forwarding
• Good knowledge of CAA legislation and compliance
• PC literate
• Steady work history
• Outstanding communication skills
• Good understanding of imports and exports- all modes

Working hours:

• Monday- Friday 0900-1730