Team Manager jobs in United Kingdom

The role holder is responsible for leading and developing the regional centre of excellence for shipping within EMEA, through managing a team of import, export and shipping specialists. The role holder will be the subject matter expert (SME) for Customs compliance, international trade documentation and trade compliance requirements for the import and export of all products within EMEA, with the focus of ensuring that all orders shipped reach the customer as and when expected, within set performance and cost parameters.* Proven experience in import/export regulations and customs clearance* Expert level knowledge of HMRC/EU compliance, tariff codes, and dangerous goods handling* Exceptional document handling, control and management* Detailed knowledge of letters of credit* Experienced in the shipping of Lithium-Ion batteries* A flexible, dynamic, self-driven and proactive individual; able to motivate self, team and others; easily accepts constructive input from others* Evidence of strong leadership ability and a natural bias for action; capable of leading through influence while using facts to drive decisions* A strong collaborator, capable of building great relationships with stakeholders, colleagues and external partners* Capable of working under pressure, in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to manage conflict and positive resolution of issues* Member of relevant professional body* Fluent in English**Desired Skills:**Experience within pharmaceutical and/or medical device supply chain organisations Experience of shipping product the Middle East, Africa and eastern EuropeExperience of GDP (Good Distribution Practice) and QMS (Quality Management System) environments Experience of working within a Quality Management environment, gained within either medical devices (ISO13485), food, pharmaceuticals or similar businessYellow or Green Belt Lean Six Sigma knowledge and experience preferred Experience of Oracle inventory applications For 40 years, Cochlear has been creating reliable products that continue to keep people connected to the world and to each other. We help people of all ages to hear in more than 180 countries around the world. Our technology connects people to life's possibilities and to the people who matter most. We have over 4000 employees globally dedicated to improving people's lives. To date, we have Invested over $2billion AUD in research and development.**Cochlear Offers You:**Competitive salary25 days holidays (plus UK Bank Holidays)company pensionflexible working patterns and the possibility to work remotely up to 40% per weekyearly salary reviewPension schemeGroup Life InsuranceGroup Income ProtectionEmployee Referral BonusService Anniversary RewardCycle to work schemeVitality health careMedicash cashplanfree use of gym on business park and paid exercise classes availableThis is your chance to be part of a premier organization with a great culture, working in a dynamic, growing and rapidly evolving environment to deliver outstanding results that benefit our customers every day. If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the APPLY button below!**Equal opportunities**Cochlear is committed to providing equal opportunities to avoid unlawful discrimination on the grounds of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, religion/belief or age.In line with our corporate ethics and statutory obligations we strive to ensure that the work environment is free of harassment and bullying and that everyone is treated with dignity and respect - this is an important aspect of ensuring equal opportunities in employment.