Shipping and Logistics Manager – Export

SRT Marine Systems plc

. Own the shipping requirement for all Systems programmes, current and future .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeSwindon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in logistics management, including freight forwarding, customs clearance, and export licensing processes. Proven ability to optimize shipping operations and manage supplier relationships effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Logistics ManagementFreight ForwardingCustoms ClearanceExport LicensingData-Driven Analysis

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Hard Skills

LogisticsFreight ForwardingCustoms ClearanceExport LicensingAnalytical SkillsProcess ImprovementProject Cargo ManagementSupplier Relationship ManagementShipping OptimizationCost Reduction Strategies

Soft Skills

Analytical MindsetProcess-Driven ApproachContinuous Improvement Mindset

Tools & Technologies

Business CentralSPIRE

Certifications & Qualifications

IATA Dangerous Goods CertificationCILT MembershipICS Membership

Industry Keywords

ShippingFreightExportImport ClearanceCustomsSupply Chain ManagementLogistics CoordinationSupplier ManagementEnd-User DeliveryRate Negotiation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the shipping requirement for all Systems programmes, current and future
Plan and forecast delivery needs with programme delivery teams and the PMO
Shift eligible shipment volume from air freight to sea freight
Consolidate shipments and phase customs clearances to reduce freight and clearance costs
Manage freight forwarder and customs agent relationships and performance
Lead rate negotiation input within the commercial framework owned by the Head of Systems Procurement
Own supplier relationships where SRT buys on EXW terms and arranges collection
Facilitate direct-from-supplier shipments with the Senior Supply Chain Coordinator
Own the export licensing process in consultation with the Procurement Manager
Manage licence applications and end-user undertakings
Ensure licensing and export documentation is provided throughout the shipping process
Be accountable for end-to-end distribution from point of purchase to the end user, including export, import clearance and in-country delivery
Engage with the in-country Logistics and Supply Chain Manager on final delivery
Liaise with the SRT warehouse team on consignment readiness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong hands-on logistics, freight forwarding or project-cargo experience
Analytical, process-driven and data-driven approach
Continuous quality-improvement mindset
Practical customs clearance knowledge
UK export licensing experience, including SPIRE (desirable)
CILT or ICS membership (desirable)
IATA dangerous goods certification, e.g. lithium batteries (desirable)
Business Central experience (desirable)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Highly Competitive Salary
Private Healthcare
Matched pension up to 5% company contribution
Hybrid working flexibility
Occasional overseas travel as required by the business
Training provided for our new colleague