Account Manager

Staffline Recruitment Ireland are recruiting an Account Manager for our client who is a leading organisation in the transport and logistics industry. This is a new and exciting role working closely with our clients customers on this new contract.

The Account Manager will oversee onsite logistics operations. This hands-on role will drive productivity, efficiency, and compliance while fostering a culture of motivation and engagement within the logistics team.

The Benefits

• Attractive Salary on offer
• Development Opportunities
• Health & Wellbeing Support
• On Site Parking
• Pension contributions of 4% on completion of probation
• 20 days holidays per annum
• Bike to work scheme

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the onsite logistics team to ensure effective and compliant shipping operations.
• Coordinate outgoing shipments accurately to customer sites and distribution centres, meeting domestic and international deadlines.
• Serve as the point of escalation for shipping-related issues.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with corporate supply chain and customer services to meet customer needs.
• Supervise carriers and freight forwarders, driving performance improvements and building strong relationships.
• Coach and develop the logistics team to deliver best practice results and continuous improvements.
• Ensure team members are fully trained and maintain up-to-date training records.
• Work with site management and supply chain stakeholders to develop the future state warehouse and logistics model.
• Monitor and update relevant KPIs via local and corporate dashboards

Experience

• Strong safety knowledge and commitment to personnel safety.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP system, with 5+ years of subject matter expertise in logistics movements.
• Third-level qualification in Supervision/Management or 5+ years in a relevant logistics leadership role.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Strong systems skills and computer literacy.
• Initiative and ability to interface effectively with colleagues at all levels and across cultures.

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