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- level role reporting to the CEO for a fast-growing International Freight Forwarder
- range: £90K- £130K, dependant on experience + Bonus + Car Allowance + Company Pension
- development, courses, training
- pattern: Monday-Friday 08:30-17:30 (24/7 operation, so the role will require after hour availability from time to time)
- and maintain strong relationships with key clients, ocean carriers, airlines, hauliers and other key suppliers.
- operational processes
- management responsibility for budgetary planning and full P&L accounts management.
- current compliance, Health & Safety standards and KPI's.
- the ability of wowing customers by creating positive customer experiences
- active role in the management of procurement , bidding, and quoting to customers
- after claims and insurance related matters.
- level: Extensive and current experience in the Freight Forwarding industry
- experience: Proven experience in managerial role.
- knowledge: Cargowise is advantage not a must.
- commercial capabilities
- strong leadership skills, including experience motivating staff and driving performance improvements.
- successfully under pressure, including strong negotiation, problem solving, and analytical skills.
- IT skills & proficiency in MS Office.
- English, written & verbal communication skills.
- adaptable & proactive in your approach.
- to multi-task and prioritise assignments based on urgency.
- live within close proximity to London Heathrow.
Operations Director - London, United Kingdom - Willis Global Ltd
Description
Job Description
Willis Global has been assigned by our client, a rapidly expanding International Freight Forwarder, to support with the recruitment for an Operations Director to be based at offices in the London Heathrow area.
On Offer:
Main Purpose of the Role:
Reporting to the CEO, the Operations Director will manage & oversee operations in all departments AIR/SEA/ROAD/CUSTOMS/WAREHOUSE (Circa 70 staff). Implementing strategies to drive business growth and increase profit.
Other Duties & Responsibilities:
Skills & Experience
For full details, contact Willis Global – a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry