Logistics Manager

Atom Group ,
Tonbridge, Kent
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The role Are you a 'Maestro' in the spirits logistic field and can deliver an efficient and profitable supply chain for international and domestic spirits movement, while maintaining an industry respected service? Then read on! About the job * Lead, build and manage a team of shipping and stock controllers to maximize the efficiency and profitability of the global Atom Brands Maverick supply chain. * Manage domestic and foreign hauliers, customs clearance agents, consolidators and other logistics providers. * Build and maintain strong relationships with logistics and storage providers, and negotiate supplier contracts and credit terms. * Work closely with the other operational teams across the business to ensure that our delivery performance is always improving. * Track stock movements across the business - ensuring up to date records of all inventory and raw materials. * Devise ways to optimise inventory control, avoiding any insufficiencies or excessive surplus stock. * Work closely with the sales teams to forecast stock requirements, clear dated stock and provide analysis for current and new product lines. * Work with the Excise Compliance Manager to put systems and training in place to ensure we comply with all applicable regulations (customs, duty, import and export restrictions) both within and without the UK. * Troubleshoot logistics issues as they arise. * Drive a culture of high health and safety standards within the logistics team and the wider business, and ensure they are adhered to at all times. * Work with the fulfilment team to constantly improve our transport packaging and minimise loss and damage. * Create and maintain a highly organised system of documentation and training. * Ensure that logistics KPIs are made available to management and the wider business where appropriate. ** Highly Competitive Salary Offered** Experience, skills and qualifications * Significant experience in the management of alcohol logistics and ideally experience working with/for an alcohol production business * Excellent understanding of the compliance rules and regulations that apply to the movement of spirits internationally. * Experience of working within a bonded environment and of dealing with HMRC * Knowledge of national and international import/export legislation, with proficiency in all related paperwork * Comprehensive knowledge of EMCS, CHIEF and associated documents * Full understanding of the process of obtaining an MGN for underbond shipments * Knowledge of shipping dangerous goods (bulk spirits) * Proven experience in stock management or similar position. * Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods * Excellent awareness of health and safety around the receipt and distribution of alcohol * Strong people management experience, and experience of building, training and developing a team * An analytical mind, highly numerate and proficient in relevant software tools. * Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written * Strong negotiation skills * Good time management and organisation skills About you We're looking for an innovative individual with a passion for Logistics and a track record of developing and progressing high performing teams. You'll have held a senior position and managed a decent-sized function, preferably within an Ecommerce or multi-channel retail business. The key skills, background and attributes we're looking for include: * Maestro in the spirits logistic field bringing a level of competency to the role that allows even further accelerated growth across the business. * Highly numerate and data driven. * You're an entrepreneur at heart and see opportunities where others do not. * Comfortable working at pace and with ambiguity. * Exceptional organisational and planning skills. * High performance coach. * Enjoy problem solving * Are extremely proactive - if an issue arises you'll need to be all over it! * Have an excellent customer service ethic Why work for us? Other than the standard benefits you expect to see from a business (think pension, cycle-2-work scheme, free eye care vouchers) we also offer... Flexible working - we're focused on productivity and will work with you to make sure you're happy with how you work. Free food - a hungry worker is not a happy worker. We stock our kitchens with what you need to get you through the day. Free fancy coffee - George Clooney endorsed, no less... A relaxed working environment - there are no suits and ties here (unless you insist). A challenge - the opportunity to make a difference to the future of the business. It is our people who put us in the 2017 Sunday Times Fast Track 100. Personal Days - 7 completely flexible personal days on top of your annual leave, because we all need a duvet day from time to time. A healthy staff discount - on our world-class range. Just in case that makes a difference. (Un)healthy irreverence - National pizza/doughnut/pie/lemonade/etc day? We got it covered. Employment Type: Full time

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