At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the ocean export operation and drive team performance in a growing logistics company.
- Company: Established freight forwarding organisation with a focus on recyclables.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, clear progression opportunities, and a stable work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal and professional development.
- Why this job: Join a niche division with strong growth plans and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in ocean export freight forwarding and team leadership required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: North East London
Salary: Competitive (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Working Pattern: Office-based (East London)
About the Role
Our client, a well-established and growing freight forwarding organisation, is seeking an experienced Ocean Export Supervisor to join their specialist recyclables division. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that forms part of a larger, expanding logistics group, providing global transport solutions across air, sea, and road freight. The role plays a key part within a niche division, with strong plans for growth and expansion into new markets.
What you’ll do:
- Initially, you will work closely with senior leadership to gain a full understanding of the operation, customers, and suppliers.
- Following this, you will take ownership of the operational function, driving performance, improving efficiency, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Take full ownership of the ocean export operation within the recyclables division and ensure smooth day-to-day running.
- Act as the first point of escalation for operational and customer queries.
- Support and guide the team through operational challenges.
- Work closely with commercial colleagues to improve file profitability.
- Drive process improvements and implement efficiencies across the team.
- Manage, mentor, and develop a team of 5 staff.
- Oversee team performance, training, and development.
- Maintain team morale and manage holiday approvals.
- Support credit control to ensure timely customer payments.
- Monitor supplier and customer queries, ensuring all are resolved efficiently.
Qualifications
- Strong operational experience within ocean export freight forwarding (essential).
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
- Experience within recyclables or a specialist freight sector would be advantageous.
- A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.
- Confident communicator, able to liaise effectively across teams.
- Ability to take ownership and work autonomously.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Clear opportunity for progression as the department grows.
- Stable and growing organisation within a larger logistics group.
Air and Ocean Export Supervisor in Essex employer: Red Recruit Global
Join a dynamic and expanding freight forwarding organisation in North East London, where your expertise as an Ocean Export Supervisor will be valued and rewarded. With a strong focus on employee development and a culture of continuous improvement, you will have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team while contributing to the growth of a niche division within a larger logistics group. Enjoy a competitive salary and clear pathways for career progression in a stable environment that prioritises innovation and teamwork.
