Our client is a leading global designer and manufacturer of ergonomic products that improve health and comfort at work. We are supporting them in their search for a Shipping Manager to join their dynamic and growing team. In this role, you will lead the shipping team, responsible for all outbound shipping, customs compliance and operational effectiveness for the companies International base. The successful candidate will take the lead in supplying operational and technical expertise to increase the efficiency and cost effectiveness of the department. They will determine and maintain strong stakeholder relationships with Operations, Production Scheduling, Customer Service, Supply Chain and Sales. They will also play a vital role in ensuring full legal compliance within governmental customs rules and regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in shipping and be confident and knowledgeable dealing with international stakeholders. Flexibility will be essential in this position as there will be communication with international countries and time zones will differ. This permanent full time position will be located in Dublin 11.
Salary & Benefits:
€80,000 – €90,000
Hybrid model (1 or 2 days from home)
Monday to Thursday 8.30 – 5, Friday 8.30 – 4.30
Performance based bonus up to €10K
VHI for Self
Pension 5% matched
25 days AL
Responsibilities:
Responsible for day-to-day management, coaching and development of the Shipping Team
Oversee the creation of appropriate outbound shipping schedules
Providing timely and accurate communication of all shipping plans and schedules to all key stakeholders
Leading the department in establishing, reviewing, documenting, and implementing or updating processes as needed.
Creating and developing key commercial relationships with transportation partners
Oversee all shipping quoting activities and the provision of cost pricing to customers and channel partners
Responsible for day-to-day operational oversight of all outbound activities
Responsible for all areas of regulatory export compliance as applicable
Ensure identification of most cost effective and efficient shipping solutions for the organization
Plan, develop and execute shipping strategy
Work with other business units to support growth agenda
Develop transport strategies that take into consideration climate change and sustainability goals
Key Requirements:
Minimum 5 years’ leadership experience in international shipping
Fully conversant with all aspects of domestic and international shipping to include haulage, air and ocean freight
Expert working knowledge of and extensive experience working with International Export documentation requirements
Experience of continuous improvement solutions is desired
Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Experience of operating in EU, UK, Eastern European, Middle East, Asia and African export markets
Proven track record of managing and developing high performing international shipping teams
Ability to lead the creation of data driven key performance indicator metrics and take appropriate action to drive and sustain service level targets
Proven experience of identifying and implementing cost effective, efficient shipping solutions for organisations
Strong focus on compliance
Strong focus on business improvements and financial management
Strong negotiating and influencing skills
Ability to work closely/in partnership with other key stakeholders in the achievement of business objectives
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Grainne O’Donnell or call Osborne Recruitment on 01 5984334 If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a VALID WORK PERMIT, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
