Shipping & Carrier Manager

<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are actively looking to engage proactive and analytical Shipping & Carrier Manager to join our Shipping & Supply Chain team based in Nottingham.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is an excellent opportunity for a shipping & procurement professional to develop their expertise in international sourcing, supplier management, and commodity purchasing. The new role as a Shipping & Carrier Manager is based in Nottingham on a hybrid basis!</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Client Details</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">My client is a well-established and growing business with an annual turnover of approximately £175 million, specialising in the sourcing and supply of raw commodities from global markets. With an extensive international supplier network, the company imports key materials from regions across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas, ensuring a reliable and sustainable supply chain for its customers. You will join a close-knit team who play a key role in supporting the procurement of raw commodities—sourced from suppliers across the globe—ensuring continuity of supply, cost-effectiveness, and quality in line with company standards.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Description</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">As a Shipping & Carrier Manager you will report into the Operations Director on a daily basis.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">You will be responsible for the following areas for responsibility across the Nottinghamshire office:</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Shipping & Carrier Management: Manage inbound and outbound logistics, shipping arrangements, hauliers, freight forwarders and carrier relationships.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Manage a team of 5x shipping co-ordinators and operational specialists.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Raw Material Purchasing: Purchase commodities, food ingredients and production materials to meet business</span></li>

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<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements.</h5>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Supplier Management: Source, evaluate and negotiate with UK and international suppliers to secure competitive prices and reliable supply.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Freight Procurement: Negotiate shipping rates, carrier contracts and transport terms to optimise cost and service.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Supply Chain Planning: Coordinate deliveries with production schedules, stock</span></li>

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<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements and warehouse capacity.</h5>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Import & Export Compliance: Manage customs documentation, Incoterms, import procedures and relevant UK trade regulations.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Monitor freight expenditure, purchasing costs and total landed costs, identifying cost-saving opportunities</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Identify supply chain risks, manage delays and develop alternative sourcing and transport solutions.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Performance Management: Monitor supplier and carrier KPIs, including delivery reliability, cost efficiency and service levels.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Cross-Functional Working: Collaborate with Procurement, Production, Quality, Warehousing and Finance teams to ensure continuity of supply.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Continuous Improvement: Improve logistics efficiency, supplier performance, sustainability and purchasing processes across the agriculture and food supply chain.</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">The Ideal Candidate</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The successful candidate will have experience within the procurement market for commodities. The Shipping & Carrier Manager will have the following skills and experience:</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>3+ years’ experience in Shipping, Freight, Supply Chain, Operations, Logistics or Buying within the shipping or commodities industries</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Experience of pricing & planning ocean or road freight within a freight forwarding or supply chain environment.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Knowledge of the food, ingredients and commodity categories would be advantageous.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Excellent commercial acumen and analytical skills</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Ability to identify and evaluate suppliers based on</span></li>

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<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements, price, quality, speed and service.</h5>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Commutable to Nottinghamshire on a hybrid basis.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Knowledge of shipping through various INCOTerms is extremely advantageous.</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">What's On Offer?</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>£45,000-£63,000</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Annual bonus of circa 10%-25%</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>32 days annual leave</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Comprehensive company benefits account.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Large opportunities to progress knowledge and job banding</span></li>

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