Warehouse & Logistics Manager - Reed : Job Details

• Location: 2 sites : Stafford and Cumbria
• Salary: upto £70,000 per annum
• Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 33 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme 
• Free health cash plan
• Free Gym Membership
• Life Assurance 
• EAP Programme a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you as well as access to high street discounts from thousands of well-known retailers, gyms and more.
• Onsite canteen with Free healthy breakfast and subsidised food options
• Enhanced Maternity leave policy
• Free company products upto value £350
• Free on-site parking space

We are seeking a Warehouse & Logistics Manager to oversee the international dispatch and export of goods from our sites on 2 sires Cumbria and Stafford. The successful candidate will strategically coordinate our global transportation, ensuring seamless, efficient, and cost-effective delivery across international markets, while maintaining compliance with domestic and foreign customs regulations and international commerce.

• Lead, mentor, and develop direct teams in both Cumbria and Staffordshire.
• Ensure compliance with all local and international trade policies and laws regarding trade, shipping, and storage of inventory.
• Provide operational support to resolve freight payment and billing issues.
• Manage the application and renewal of export licenses.
• Implement procedures to close or minimise gaps in trade compliance.
• Oversee collections and deliveries with couriers.
• Track shipments and handle delivery queries.
• Respond to potential problems affecting worldwide logistics operations.
• Work with regulatory bodies (FDA, USDA, CNCA) relating to international shipments and paperwork.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role with a successful track record in strategy development and execution.
• In-depth knowledge of international shipping protocols and regulatory compliance.
• Thorough understanding of international trade and commerce processes.
• Extensive knowledge in transportation modes, location-specific export regulations, and supply chain management.
• Experience working with freight forwarding companies, managed trade services, and customs brokers.

• Outstanding negotiation skills and the ability to maintain successful relationships with various stakeholders.
• Ability to multitask and maintain flexibility in a high-pressure, quickly changing environment.
• Team player, able to work across professional, operational, and cultural boundaries.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines as required.

To apply for this Warehouse & Logistics Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.