Courier Operations Manager

Ritz Recruitment

  • Colnbrook, Berkshire
  • £42,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
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Courier Operations ManagerColnbrookMonday to Friday 1200 - 2100Job descriptionI am recruiting for a Courier Operations Manager who will be responsible to the Operations Director, it will be your responsibility to ensure the smooth running of the operation. This is a hands-on role, which will involve managing a team to ensure shipments are processed and made ready for export adhering to procedures and deadlinesKey Tasks and Responsibilities:-
  • Maintaining the smooth and effective running of the Operations Department, including staffing levels, supplier engagement and delivery of departmental targets.
  • Ensuring shipments are processed in accordance with established policy & procedures.
  • Motivating the Operations team to perform effectively and efficiently, ensuring they have the correct skills and training to undertake their roles .
  • Working with the Operations Director to deliver strategic improvements.
  • Being responsive and agile to operational demands, with the ability to identify issues & solutions.
  • Ensure compliance with HMRC and regulatory procedures.
  • Performance monitoring and reporting .
  • Liaison with UK and overseas partners.
  • Carry out any other duties that may be reasonably required in the context of the job role.
Skills required
  • Extensive knowledge of the courier industry, for both exports and imports
  • Experience of leading a team
  • Knowledge of HMRC import/export procedures and raising entries
  • IATA Dangerous Goods trained
  • Forklift licence
  • You must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • You must have strong administration and communication skills
  • Exceptional leadership, motivation, and people management skills
  • Ability to prioritise, multitask and delegate
  • Good working knowledge of computers and email and office applications

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