Freight manager Work, Jobs in Smethwick, Wmd (with Salaries)

Operations Manager - Customs & Brokerage
Carousel Logistics —Birmingham
- Up to £60,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Travel
- Leadership
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Category Manager - European Transportation & Freight Payment (UK)
Arconic —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- PMP
Export Sales Manager FULL TIME
Eley Hawk Ltd —Birmingham
- £35,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- ERP systems
- Microsoft Office
- Free parking
- Life insurance
Quick apply
9d
Train Driver (Intermodal)
Freightliner —Birmingham
- Full-time
HR, Recruitment & Health & Safety Officer
RTT warehouse LTD —Birmingham
- From £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Quick apply
Regional Business Development Manager - Airfreight
DHL —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Product management
- Employee assistance programme
10d
Warehouse Manager M/F/X
PIP Global Safety —Wolverhampton
- Overtime
- Management
- ERP systems
- English
Quick apply
Commercial Manager
Network Rail —Birmingham
- £43,588 - £53,167 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Contracts
- IT
- Free parking
- Annual leave
4d
Export Coordinator / Warehouse Administrator
SCC —Birmingham
- £31,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Hybrid work
- Organisational skills
- Warehouse experience
- Communication skills
Business Development Manager
DHL —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Sales
- Business development
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
Business Development Manager
Rhenus SE & Co. KG —Cannock
- Full-time
- CRM software
- Sales
- Microsoft Office
Qualified Rail Operator - West Midlands
GB Railfreight —Wednesbury
- £41,388 a year
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
13d
LGV Team Manager
Ocado Logistics —Tamworth
- 12 hour shift
- Management
- Human resources
Transport Supervisor
Beacon Roadways Ltd —Stourbridge
- £32,000 - £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Human resources
- Organisational skills
- Computer skills
- Free parking
- Life insurance
Quick apply
14d
Parts Business Manager - 12 month contract
Lotus UK —Coventry
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Bachelor's degree
National Business Development Manager
Nippon Express Europe GmbH —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
Business Development Manager
Noatum HOLDINGS —Tamworth
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Sales
- Business development
- Continuous improvement
Materials/ Production Planning Manager
Eaton —Redditch
- ERP systems
- Bachelor's degree
- Leadership
Warehouse Manager
SAM Leisure —Tile Hill
- From £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Supervising experience
- Warehouse experience
- Free parking
- Store discount
Quick apply
EU Procurement Analyst
DHL —Solihull
- £28,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Analysis skills

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Operations Manager - Customs & Brokerage

Carousel Logistics -
Birmingham

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Job details

Up to £60,000 a year

Benefits

Free parking
Annual leave
Company events
Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

Management
Supply chain
Logistics
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

Lead Customs Operations. Drive Excellence. Make an Impact.

At Carousel Logistics, we are specialists in time-critical logistics and supply chain solutions across Europe. We are looking for an experienced and driven Operations Manager – Customs & Brokerage to lead our UK customs and brokerage operations and play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional service to our customers.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex operational challenges, and is passionate about driving operational excellence, developing people, and delivering outstanding customer experiences.

As our business operates 24/7, flexibility and adaptability are essential to success in this role.

The Opportunity

As our Operations Manager – Customs & Brokerage, you will take ownership of the day-to-day management of customs, brokerage, transit, and non-transport services across the UK.

You will lead operational performance, ensure regulatory compliance, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and build strong relationships with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategic decisions while making a meaningful impact on the growth and success of the business.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

Lead the day-to-day delivery of customs, brokerage, transit, and non-transport services, ensuring operational excellence, efficiency, and compliance.

Leadership & People Management

Provide inspiring leadership, developing high-performing teams and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Customer & Stakeholder Management

Build trusted relationships with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders, delivering exceptional service and supporting new business implementations.

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure full compliance with UK customs regulations, import/export requirements, and company policies while proactively managing operational risk.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

Drive process optimisation, embrace automation and new technologies, and champion initiatives that improve productivity and service delivery.

Performance & Reporting

Monitor operational performance, analyse key metrics, and provide insights that support effective decision-making and business growth.

Travel & On-Site Support

Represent the business at customer meetings, audits, and operational reviews, with occasional travel within the UK and Europe.

What We're Looking For

Experience

A minimum of three years' experience in customs brokerage management
A background within freight forwarding, logistics, or supply chain operations
Experience leading teams within a fast-paced operational environment
Strong knowledge of:
- UK customs procedures
- Import and export regulations
- Transit processes
- Non-transport brokerage services

Skills

Strong leadership and people management capabilities
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Commercial awareness and a customer-focused mindset
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Proficiency with customs software, TMS platforms, and operational systems
Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail

Qualifications

An industry-recognised qualification in logistics, customs, international trade, or a related discipline is desirable.

How Success Will Be Measured

Success in this role will be measured through:

✔ On-time release of customs files
✔ Productivity and operational efficiency
✔ Compliance performance and reduction of penalties and fines
✔ Accuracy and minimisation of post-entry amendments
✔ Team engagement and attendance performance

Why Join Carousel?

Salary & Benefits

Basic Salary of up to £60,000 per annum
Car Allowance of up to £6,000 per year
Hybrid Working options
24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
Your birthday off
Health Cash Plan
Free onsite parking at our Birmingham Airport location
Company discounts and regular social events
A safe, modern, and well-organised working environment
Real opportunities for career development and progression

At Carousel, our values guide everything we do:

Ownership

We take responsibility, make decisions, and deliver results.

Learning

We continuously improve, share knowledge, and embrace opportunities to grow.

Caring

We support and respect our customers, colleagues, partners, and communities.

Ready to Lead the Future of Customs & Brokerage?

If you are an experienced customs professional looking for a leadership role where you can influence strategy, drive innovation, and make a genuine impact within a growing international business, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team that keeps Europe moving.

Apply Now

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freight manager jobs in smethwick, wmd

Operations Manager - Customs & Brokerage

Category Manager - European Transportation & Freight Payment (UK)

Export Sales Manager FULL TIME

Train Driver (Intermodal)

HR, Recruitment & Health & Safety Officer

Regional Business Development Manager - Airfreight

Warehouse Manager M/F/X

Commercial Manager

Export Coordinator / Warehouse Administrator

Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Qualified Rail Operator - West Midlands

LGV Team Manager

Transport Supervisor

Parts Business Manager - 12 month contract

National Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Materials/ Production Planning Manager

Warehouse Manager

EU Procurement Analyst

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