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Job Title: Transport & Port Operations Manager
Location: Hampshire
Salary: £50,000-£60,000 per annum
Job Reference: HB(phone number removed)

Our client is an impressive chilled food company and are looking for a talented Transport & Port Operations to join a very fast-paced operation. You will be responsible ensuring effective coordination of goods from port to depot, whilst providing the highest levels of customer service.

You will need to lead from the front and ensure the UK transport plan is executed effectively, maximising capacity and revenue per load. A high level of performance will need to be adhered to and this will involve a significant amount of communication with ports, depots and 3rd party hauliers, negotiation on rates and overcoming daily challenge in logistics.

In addition, you will have oversight of the UK rail strategy, the supply chain coordination team and will be tasked with bringing fresh ideas to improve the transport function. Also, you will need to ensure that company procedures, H&S and legal compliance are adhered to at all times.

Ideal Candidate
* Experience in a Transport / Port Operations Manager coordinating FMCG products.
* Strong understanding of road, sea and rail transportation.
* Excellent communication skills to develop strong relationships with your team and all stakeholders involved in the supply chain
* Proactive rather than reactive to stop issues from arising
* ERP system knowledge, ideally SAP, and the capability to manipulate to drive improvements.
* Educated to Degree level in a Logistics/Supply Chain discipline would be an advantage

If you believe you have the skills and personality to fit these requirements, please get in touch with Will Malcolm at (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information.

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