International Shipping Manager

Hays are proud to be partnered with this ANZ organisation that have experienced exceptional growth over the last two years. They are seeking a self-motivated International Shipping Manager to assist the collaborative team with importing/exporting their furniture from overseas and the distribution throughout ANZ.

Your new role

As the International Shipping Manager for this company, you will be responsible for;

• Co-ordinating with the Planning Team to ensure that suppliers are meeting purchase order booking dates. Measuring and reporting of supplier performance, including DIFOT.
• Managing relationships with Forwarding Agent / Clearing Agent / International Carriers.
• Freight rates and space allocations: Participate in negotiation of space allocations; freight rates / service fees and other charges related to the service providers.
• Freight rates and space allocations: Review and management of allocations and freight rates to ensure ESR is receiving the correct allocated space and freight rates.
• Measuring service providers performance to ensure that ETD dates are being met.
• ETA Management: Logistics tracking information in the system is accurate and up-to-date so that stores and customers have confidence in Estimated Times of Arrival.
• Container Deliveries: Co-ordinating with the warehouse for delivery of available containers.
• Supplier Payments: Ensure that suppliers are paid on time.
• Document Management: Ensuring that all required documents for imports and customs clearance are received on-time.
• Management of export orders to New Zealand.
• Tracking system: Ensure that Buy Sell Move (BSM) is embedded into our processes.
• Forecasting of container volumes for warehouse planning and cash flow management.
• Managing and motivating the team, developing them through coaching and training to improve business performance.
• Setting and review clear objectives and targets for team members using SMART principles and fit with the Culture.
• Conducting formal annual and half year appraisals.

What you’ll need to succeed

To be successful in this role as the International Shipping Manager you will have;

• A team player mindset.
• The ability to manage stress independently.
• High levels of organisation and time management skills.
• High attention to detail regarding documents.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft applications.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Thorough understanding of International Shipping process.
• Budget management experience.

What you’ll get in return

• An excellent, high performing work culture.
• Opportunity to work with clients as leaders in their field.
• Competitive salary package.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Ken.goldie@hays.com.au

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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