Assistant Shipping Manager

Assistant Shipping Manager
Location: Wirral
Salary: £37,000 benefits
Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30am-5:00pm, Fri 8:30am-3:00pm (flexibility for occasional overtime required)

CAST UK are looking for a proactive Assistant Shipping Manager to support logistics operations, ensuring seamless international shipping, compliance, and team coordination. If you're an organised logistics professional with leadership experience and a keen eye for detail, this is your chance to make an impact within a dynamic global business.

Key Responsibilities

• Shipment Coordination - Manage end-to-end freight logistics (air, sea, road), liaising with carriers to ensure on-time, cost-effective deliveries.
• Team Leadership - Supervise and train a packing team, optimising workflows and maintaining quality standards.
• Compliance & Documentation - Prepare shipping documentation (invoices, packing lists, customs forms) and ensure adherence to international trade regulations.
• Stakeholder Communication - Work closely with suppliers, freight forwarders, and internal teams to resolve issues and provide shipping updates.
• Process Improvement - Identify cost-saving opportunities and streamline logistics operations.
• Systems & Reporting - Use WMS/ERP systems (Microsoft Navision preferred) to track shipments and generate performance reports.

What We're Looking For

• Experience: 5 years in shipping/logistics, including at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Freight Expertise: Knowledge of FTL, groupage, and parcel freight methods.
• Leadership: Ability to motivate and lead a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem-Solving: Strong attention to detail with the ability to resolve delays and ensure order accuracy.
• Tech-Savvy: Experience with WMS/ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics NAV is advantageous).
• Customs Knowledge: In-depth understanding of Incoterms 2000, Customs Declarations, Brexit customs procedures, and UK HMRC rules.
• Preferred Qualifications: Supply chain certifications such as CILT, IATA, and ISO9001.

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Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK or to discuss how we can find talent for your business, please visit www.castuk.com.

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