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Shipping Manager Hampshire based – commutable from Guildford, Winchester, Petersfield, Basingstoke This role will be office-based – Monday to Friday 09:00 – 18:00 £60,000 – 80,000 + benefits including 27 days holiday + Bank Holidays, private medical insurance The Organisation:International food commodities trading and import business. UK-based, this well-established, successful and growing company provides full logistics support to its clients globally including customs clearance, delivery and foreign exchange services where required. The Role:Managing a dedicated team of shipping professionals, you’ll oversee daily shipping and distribution operations ensuring customer satisfaction and on-time execution/delivery. Main Duties: Oversee Shipping Operations:Manage all aspects of the shipping process, from order placement to final delivery across a variety of markets. Supplier and Customer Relations:Build strong relationships with suppliers and customers to ensure timely and accurate communication. Quality Assurance:Maintain high quality standards and implement quality control measures. Cost Management:Optimize shipping costs and identify opportunities for savings. Documentation:Manage all necessary documentation including Bills of Lading, Shipping Invoices, Packing Lists, Customs Declarations, Letters of Credit where required. Compliance:Ensure adherence to all relevant regulations, including customs and import/export laws. Team Leadership:Lead and motivate a team of shipping professionals. Continuous Improvement:Drive process improvements and implement innovative solutions. What You'll Need: Proven track record in managing shipping operations, gained in a commodities trading environment – preferably food. Deep knowledge of commodities shipping procedures. Previous experience of successfully managing a team. Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in relevant software and systems, and a high level of IT literacy. Commercially-focused. A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.#J-18808-Ljbffr