Shipping and Logistics Manager – Export

SRT Marine Systems plc

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

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeBristol • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in logistics management, including customs clearance, export licensing, and supplier relationship management. Proficient in data-driven decision-making and continuous quality improvement within supply chain operations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Logistics ManagementCustoms Clearance KnowledgeUK Export Licensing ExperienceFreight Forwarding ExperienceSupplier Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Logistics ManagementCustoms ClearanceExport LicensingFreight ForwardingData AnalysisProcess ImprovementProject Cargo ManagementSupplier Relationship ManagementConsolidation of ShipmentsRate Negotiation

Soft Skills

Analytical MindsetProcess-Driven ApproachContinuous Improvement Mindset

Tools & Technologies

SPIREBusiness Central

Certifications & Qualifications

IATA Dangerous Goods CertificationCILT MembershipICS Membership

Industry Keywords

Export DocumentationFreight CostsCustoms AgentsEnd-User UndertakingsIn-Country Delivery

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
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 Ex Works (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
Manage end-to-end distribution from point of purchase through 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, with a continuous quality-improvement mindset
Practical customs clearance knowledge
UK export licensing experience, including SPIRE (desirable; training provided)
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
Overseas travel as required by the business