Assistant Trade Development Manager - Import Far East

Description

Assistant Trade Development Manager - Import Far East

Full time, permanent

We are looking for a confident and motivated individual with strong commercial awareness, who can lead and develop a high-performing team while managing day-to-day operations. You will be an excellent communicator, able to build strong relationships across the UK, MSC Geneva and origin offices in Asia, and will thrive in a fast-paced environment, contributing to growth and strengthening MSC's position in the UK import market.

How you will help us and what you can expect

Support the Trade Development Manager in the day-to-day commercial management of the Import Far East trade, identifying and capitalising on growth opportunitiesTake ownership of customer engagement across BCO, NVO and freight forwarder segments, building strong commercial relationships that drive loyalty and volumeOrganise and lead one-to-one meetings, team meetings and performance reviews, fostering a high-performance culture within the departmentDefine and review individual performance contracts in line with MSC standards, ensuring team members are developed, motivated and engagedBuild and maintain close working relationships with Far East origin agents, MSC Geneva Liner teams and key internal stakeholders across the UK businessMonitor market conditions, competitor activity and rate trends across the Far East to UK corridor, providing insight and recommendations to support commercial strategyAssist with the preparation of reports, statistics, landed cost analysis and market research to support tender responses and business reviewsSupport the coordination of rate strategy across to optimise revenue and utilisationAttend internal and external meetings, customer visits and trade events, representing the department alongside or in the absence of the Trade Development ManagerWork closely with the Trade Development Manager to ensure agreed strategies are implemented effectively and commercial targets are achievedSkills and experience you'll bring to us

Proven ability to lead, develop and maximise the performance of a team in a fast-paced commercial environmentExperience within the container shipping, freight forwarding or wider logistics industry, import experience is highly desirableStrong commercial acumen with an understanding of ocean freight pricing, rate structures and market dynamicsConfidence in engaging with customers, senior stakeholders and Director-level associates, including direct communication with Geneva principalsExperience in reporting, data analysis and compiling commercial statisticsAbility to influence, implement change and drive continuous improvement across the teamResilient under pressure with the ability to prioritise workloads and deliver to tight deadlinesExcellent communication and interpersonal skills with a professional manner at all timesKnowledge of import processes would be a distinct advantageStrong time management and organisational skillsWhat we offer

Competitive salaryPrivate Health Care for everyone from day 1 (non contractual)Generous pension schemeLife Assurance - 4x salary22 days + a day to take on Christmas Eve or New Year's EveFree parkingOn-site artisan restaurantDiscounted gym membershipCycle to work schemeFlu vaccines and eye care vouchersBuy or sell holiday schemeChristmas club savingMSC Cruises friends and family discountFull induction day and training providedLearning and development opportunitiesDress for the day policy/modern office environment

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