Freight Executive

Location: Icon 1, WA15 0AF

About Central Functions

Central Functions is an integral part of our business, comprised of dedicated teams and individuals who keep our entire operation running smoothly. They make sure everyone gets paid on time, materials are sourced and delivered promptly, legal obligations are met, and our health, safety, and security are top-level.

About Procurement and Supply Chain and the Role

The Procurement and Supply Chain team are responsible for the processes and materials behind the manufacture and distribution of the goods that THG creates and sells. The work the team does is critical in ensuring the business is competitive in the market.

Reporting to the Head of Freight, the Freight Executive will ensure that logistic transport and delivery solutions are provided to meet targets set by the business by driving strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• To plan Ocean, Air and Road freight shipments from end to end. Including creating export documentation, liaising with freight forwarders and providing information to brokers and other external stakeholders.
• Sourcing quotes from forwarders, shipping lines and couriers
• To manage UK imports, exports and cross trade shipments
• To ensure all internal and external stakeholders are communicated with effectively regarding all shipment enquiries
• To support centralised business functions including supply chain, merchandisers and buyers
• Provide quotes and troubleshoot issues when required
• Deal with special arrangements for transporting delicate and time sensitive shipments
• Ensuring the business is compliant with regulations relevant to Logistics
• To develop the relationship between technology and seamless logistics
• To develop excellent working relationships with our internal warehouses and global 3PL’s
• Maintaining data integrity within TMS

Requirements:

• Previous experience working in a logistics or freight forwarding environment
• If you have experience working for an international retailer or freight forwarder that would be an advantage
• Detailed understanding of export and import processes
• Working knowledge and understanding of Incoterms
• Previous experience creating export documentation including Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, EUR1 Certificates and Certificates of Origin.
• High attention to detail for creating and managing export documentation / reports.
• Good organisational and planning skills with a good geographical knowledge
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances
• Problem-solving ability, particularly when working under pressure

Benefits:

Career Development

• Access bespoke development programmes that have been designed and developed by our in-house L&D team.
• Continued development through our upskilling programme that is delivered in partnership with an industry-leading training provider.

Enhanced Leave

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Don’t want to work on your birthday? We don’t either! Enjoy your day off on us!
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, depending on length of service.
• Up to 10 days compassionate leave.
• Buy back up to 3 days each year.
• Unlock 2 days volunteer leave after 12-months.

Wellbeing Support

• Access face-to-face and virtual appointments with our in-house GP.
• Access our in-house CBT therapist.
• Access our 247 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which is provided by Bupa.
• State-of-the-art on-site gym.
• Access to our on-site physio.

Other Perks

• Save up to 12% on the cost of personal tech through our salary sacrifice scheme.
• Subsidised bus pass from Manchester City Centre to our ICON office.
• Up to 50% staff discount on THG brands.
• On-site staff shop.
• Access to on-site barber.
• Know someone who would be perfect for THG? Refer them and get up to £1000 when they pass their probation.
• Anniversary gifts when you hit 5 and 10 years of service.