Trade Compliance Manager

Trade Compliance Manager

Wiltshire

3 days in the office (Wiltshire) 2 days at home

Company Profile

Our client is a global organisation providing electrical product solutions to a wide range of sectors. This position will be responsible for the groups ownership of inbound and outbound freight and compliance activities.

The Role

• Develop and enhance trade compliance processes to facilitate smooth import, export, inter-company, and drop-shipment operations, while implementing innovative solutions for added value.
• Oversee commercial invoice management and trade compliance, including the establishment and maintenance of import/export lane matrices and relevant documentation.
• Collaborate with forwarders to coordinate inbound and outbound bookings.
• Establish and maintain monthly reporting structures to monitor and analyze key performance indicators.
• Collect and analyze departmental data to optimize supplier management and improve efficiency.
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and develop action plans for continuous improvement.
• Analyze carrier data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Consolidate transportation partnerships across the organization.
• Evaluate current and potential network designs to optimize transportation logistics.
• Conduct audits on freight billing documents to ensure accuracy and actively resolve any discrepancies.
• Assess the financial impact of new programs and initiatives on transportation operations.
• Provide project leadership for transport-oriented projects and drive change within the supply chain.

The Candidate

Demonstrated experience of delivering cost savings and process efficiency

• Transportation, Import & Export experience with proven knowledge in trade compliance and international freight management
• Strong influencing skills and ability to build relationships and negotiate with strategic suppliers
• Strong communication skills
• Astute commercial acumen

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