Shipping Manager (Aviation Industry)

I am seeking a Shipping Manager (Aviation industry) for a permanent opportunity near Gatwick Airport.

The business predominantly ships aircraft components, hence candidates with previous experience of aviation industry regulations and compliance will be prioritised.

The Shipping Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the shipping process to ensure timely, accurate, and secure global distribution. This may include tracking orders, managing shipping documents, directing package flow, inspecting completed orders, supervising subordinates, controlling the shipping department’s budget, resolving order-related issues, providing import clearance instructions/pre-alerts and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Role: Shipping Manager
Location: Near Gatwick, West Sussex
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000
Hours: Monday – Friday. 40 hours per week. Hybrid working available.

** Candidates MUST hold right to work within the UK without any restrictions. No sponsorships can be offered now or in the future. **

Main Responsibilities:

• Assist all internal departments with tracking information and locating shipments, shipping costs and routing information.
• Plan and implement an overall shipping strategy.
• Prepare and present KPI reports.
• Arrange, expedite and negotiate any special or critical shipments.
• Assist the shipping department with the hazardous material packing procedure and Air Transport Association regulations.
• Approve freight invoices to be paid, resolving any associated issues.
• Provide instruction, training and answer questions relating to transportation procedures.
• Provide import customs instructions to freight forwarder/brokers to proceed to the clearance of shipments.
• Ensure systems are in place to provide import/export documentation as required to authorities for compliance/ AEO license requirements.
• Review and confirm classification, value and integrity of import documentation.
• Apply working knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, verify documents for completeness and compliances.
• Maintain and manage the company’s preferred carriers ensuring vendor performance and services are competitive, reviewing service levels as required.
• Analyse freight costs and create reports.
• Assist in the development of freight bids and review subsequent proposals, in matters of vendor performance and costs.
• Ensure departmental and company targets are met.

The postholder will also assist the Integrated Operations Centre, Warehouse & Maintenance, and Repair & Overhaul (MRO) teams, with all transportation transactions for the business. This will include day-to-day implementation of export/import procedures and resolving compliance issues.

Ideal candidate profile:

• Previous experience in a similar role within the aviation industry.
• Detailed working knowledge of shipping requirements and compliance within the aviation industry.
• Experience in logistics within the aviation industry, including supply chain management, transportation, or operational coordination
• Comprehensive knowledge of import / export processes, including international customs regulations, documentation requirements, & compliance procedures
• Excellent communication skills across a number of teams & stakeholders.

Addition information:

• Free onsite parking and excellent public transport links
• Attractive benefits package including Private Medical & Dental Insurance, Enhanced Pension Scheme, Life Assurance cover, Annual VDU eye tests
• Training and development opportunities
• Candidates must already hold unrestricted rights to live and work in the UK.

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply immediately.
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