Senior Intake Manager

Castore exists for one single reason to make athletes better. Our ethos is built upon the philosophy of BETTER NEVER STOPS, an ideal deeply infused in our DNA and something we strive to live every single day. We utilise advanced engineering and unique technical fabrics to create the highest quality sportswear in the world for athletes who demand the very best. Designed with a passion for innovation with specialist features to help to optimise athletic performance in all conditions.

The founders vision is to build Castore into a brand respected across the globe for a deep and unrelenting commitment to engineering the highest quality sportswear in the world, with no stone left unturned in its search for innovation and performance enhancement.

The sportswear market has been dominated by a small clique of mass-market brands and the vision is for Castore to be a premium alternative to these, the natural brand of choice for discerning athletes who demand the very best.

What s the Job?

E2E management of all movements from the global supply chain to the international DC s or customers

What will I do?

• Manage the vendor shipment booking process
• Container and trailer consolidation planning
• Provide the business with forward visibility of all movements and DC bookings
• Share weekly intake forecast with the DC s to support capacity planning
• Monitor forecast vs actuals ensuring intake performance is within set KPI
• Transportation cost and performance analysis within agreed KPI, identifying areas for improvement
• Awareness of global customs requirements, process and supporting documents
• Reconcile and approve forwarder invoices
• Share a weekly performance deck
• Awareness of internal launch dates and WS / GOK requirements, highlighting risk based on agreed ex-ftys and mode of transport

What skills and qualities will I need?

• Minimum 5yrs working within an import environment
• Minimum 2yrs management experience
• Experience in exports from the TE and TR
• Knowledge of DC inbound operations and advantage
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload
• Ability to work in silo or part of a team
• TMS & WMS system knowledge
• Analytical mindset
• Ambitious
• Calmer of the storm
• Approachable

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Modern city centre offices in Manchester
• An opportunity to work with global sporting partners
• Office breakout space with pool tables, dart board and TV s
• A chance to build a career with a fast paced, high growth brand
• Generous staff discount