Company Overview
Humanscale is the premier designer and manufacturer of ergonomic products that improve health and comfort at work. We have a focus on sustainability with over 70% of our products currently certified as having a Net Positive impact on the environment. impact on the environment. Our award-winning office products – seating, sit/stand desks, technology support and lighting – have led the industry in performance and simplicity for 40 years.
Overview
The Shipping Manager will lead the shipping team, responsible for all inbound and outbound shipping, customs compliance and operational effectiveness for Humanscale International. They will take the lead in providing operational and technical expertise to enhance the efficiency and cost effectiveness of the department. They will establish and maintain strong stakeholder relationships with Operations, Production Scheduling, Customer Service, Supply Chain and Sales. The role holder will also be responsible for building relationships with external transportation and logistics partners to ensure customer satisfaction and to deliver maximum advantage to the business. They will also play a vital role in ensuring full legal compliance within governmental customs rules and regulations.
Responsibilities
Responsible for day-to-day management, coaching and development of the Shipping TeamOversee the creation of appropriate inbound and outbound shipping schedulesProviding timely and accurate communication of all shipping plans and schedules to all key stakeholdersLeading the department in establishing, reviewing, documenting, and implementing or updating processes as needed.Creating and developing key commercial relationships with transportation partnersOversee all shipping quoting activities and the provision of cost pricing to customers and channel partnersResponsible for day-to-day operational oversight of all inbound and outbound activities Responsible for all areas of regulatory import and export compliance as applicableEnsure identification of most cost effective and efficient shipping solutions for the organization Plan, develop and execute shipping strategyWork with other business units to support growth agendaDevelop transport strategies that take into consideration climate change and sustainability goals
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years’ leadership experience in international shippingFully conversant with all aspects of domestic and international shipping to include haulage, air and ocean freightExpert working knowledge of and extensive experience working with International Export and Import documentation requirementsExperience of continuous improvement solutions is desiredStrong decision making and problem-solving skillsStrong attention to detail and accuracyExperience of operating in EU, UK, Eastern European, Middle East, Asia and African import and export marketsProven track record of managing and developing high performing international shipping teamsAbility to lead the creation of data driven key performance indicator metrics and take appropriate action to drive and sustain service level targetsProven experience of identifying and implementing cost effective, efficient shipping solutions for organisationsStrong focus on complianceStrong focus on business improvements and financial managementStrong negotiating and influencing skillsAbility to work closely/in partnership with other key stakeholders in the achievement of business objectives Humanscale is an equal opportunities employerPlease see our Privacy Policy: https://www.humanscale.com/about/legal-information/privacy-policy.cfm