Hiring and Sponsoring Managers in logistics (SOC Code 1243)

Managers in Logistics, classified under SOC Code 1243, are essential professionals who oversee and optimize supply chain processes, ensuring seamless movement of goods from suppliers to consumers. Their role is crucial in maintaining efficiency and effectiveness within the logistics sector. Key responsibilities include:

• Management and Planning: 
• • Overseeing the supply chain to guarantee goods are delivered efficiently from source to consumption.
  • Coordinating all aspects of transportation and storage of goods.
• Monitoring and Reporting: 
• • Tracking the distribution of goods and managing stock levels to meet organizational needs.
  • Providing reports on overall performance metrics related to logistics operations.
• Advisory Role: 
• • Advising the purchasing department on the type, quality, and quantity of goods required.
  • Setting timelines for when these goods must be available.
• Contract Negotiation: 
• • Negotiating contracts with suppliers to ensure favorable terms and conditions.
• Regulatory Compliance: 
• Ensuring compliance with regulations around:
  • • Hours of work for logistics staff
    • Licensing requirements for crews and transport equipment
    • Operational safety and efficiency of logistics equipment
  • Vehicle insurance and adherence to other statutory regulations.

With the increasing complexity of global supply chains, the demand for skilled logistics managers is on the rise, prompting many companies to seek expertise from international candidates. This guide will assist HR professionals in understanding the process of hiring and sponsoring logistics managers under the UK’s immigration system.

What is SOC Code 3411 for Managers in logistics?

SOC Code 1243 refers to Managers in logistics who oversee the management and planning of supply chains from source to consumption to guarantee efficient transportation of goods. Their responsibilities can include:

• Coordinating transportation and storage: Ensuring that goods are moved and stored efficiently throughout the supply chain process.
• Monitoring distribution and stock levels: Keeping track of the distribution of goods and maintaining appropriate stock levels to meet organizational needs.
• Reporting on performance: Analyzing overall logistics performance and presenting insights to stakeholders.
• Advising on purchasing needs: Recommending the type, quality, and quantity of goods required, along with timelines for availability.
• Negotiating supplier contracts: Establishing agreements with suppliers to secure favorable terms for goods and services.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance: Making certain that all relevant regulations regarding work hours, licensing, safety, and insurance are strictly followed.

Managers in logistics play a vital role in optimizing supply chain efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring that organizations can reliably meet customer demands.

Eligibility to Hire Managers in logistics (SOC Code 3411)

1. Job Requirements

Managers in logistics must exhibit strong leadership skills and meet specific qualifications and experience criteria. These may include:

• Experience in Supply Chain Management: Proven track record in managing supply chains and logistics operations.
• Educational Background: A degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field is often preferred.
• Skills in Coordination: Proficiency in coordinating transportation and storage of goods while monitoring distribution and stock levels.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to assess overall performance and create reports to make informed decisions regarding logistics operations.
• Negotiation Skills: Expertise in negotiating contracts with suppliers to ensure the procurement of the right type, quality, and quantity of goods.
• Regulatory Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with regulations concerning transportation, equipment licensing, operational safety, and insurance requirements.
• Time Management: Capacity to advise on timelines for the availability of goods and ensure deadlines are consistently met.

Ensure the job description aligns with SOC Code 1243 and that the manager’s experience and qualifications meet the expectations for the role.

1. Salary Thresholds
2. Use the Minimum Salary Calculator to ensure your salary offer meets immigration requirements.

Sponsoring Managers in logistics: A Step-by-Step Guide for HR Professionals

Once you’ve confirmed that the role and candidate meet the eligibility requirements, follow this step-by-step guide to sponsoring Managers in logistics under SOC Code 1243.

Step 1: Obtain a Sponsor Licence

Before hiring non-UK Managers in logistics, your company or institution must obtain a sponsor licence. This licence enables you to legally sponsor overseas Managers in logistics under the Skilled Worker Visa program.

• Sponsor Licence Application: Submit documentation proving that your business is legitimate and has a genuine vacancy. Visit the sponsor licence application guide for more information. 
• Sponsor Licence Fees: Small businesses typically pay £574, while larger institutions pay £1,579. For more information, visit the sponsor licence fees guide. 
• Processing Time: Applications typically take up to 8 weeks, but using the Sponsor Licence Priority Service can reduce the processing time to 10 working days.

Once your sponsor licence is approved, you will receive a sponsor licence number, which allows you to assign Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS).

Step 2: Assign a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)

Once you have your sponsor licence, the next step is to assign a CoS to the Managers in logistics. This document provides key details about the job and the individual being sponsored.

• Defined vs Undefined CoS: Use a Defined CoS for Managers in logistics applying from outside the UK, and an Undefined CoS for those already in the UK. Learn more in the Defined & Undefined Certificates of Sponsorship guide. 
• Required Documents: Provide details such as the Managers in logistics’s portfolio, passport and job offer. Refer to Documents Required for Certificate of Sponsorshipfor a full list of necessary documents.

Step 3: Apply for the Skilled Worker Visa

Once the CoS is issued, the Managers in logistics can apply for the Skilled Worker Visa.

• Visa Fees: Fees vary depending on the role and visa length—use the visa fees calculator to estimate the costs. 
• Immigration Skills Charge: Employers are required to pay this charge as part of sponsoring non-UK workers. This is separate from visa fees.

Conducting a Right to Work Check for Managers in logistics

Before the Managers in logistics begins working, you must conduct a right to work check to ensure they are legally allowed to work in the UK.

• Manual Right to Work Check: Verify original documents such as the Managers in logistics’s passport and visa. 
• Online Right to Work Check: If the Managers in logistics holds an eVisa, you can use the UK government’s online system to verify their right-to-work status.

For more details on how to perform these checks, see the right to work check guide.

Post-Hiring Responsibilities and Compliance

1. Record-Keeping and Reporting  
2. • Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of the Managers in logistics’s employment details, salary and contact information. 
   • Reporting Changes: Report any significant changes to the Managers in logistics’s role—such as promotions or salary increases—via the Sponsor Management System (SMS).
3. Sponsor Licence Duties and Compliance
4. Failure to comply with your sponsor licence duties can result in penalties or sponsor licence revocation, impacting your ability to sponsor future Managers in logisticss.

How Borderless Can Help with Sponsoring Managers in logistics

Sponsoring Managers in logistics under SOC Code 1243 can be a complex process, but Borderless can simplify it for you. We offer comprehensive support to help you manage the entire sponsorship process.

End-to-End Sponsorship Support

At Borderless, we assist with:

• Sponsor Licence Application: Guiding you through the application process and ensuring all required documents are submitted correctly. 
• Certificate of Sponsorship Assignment: Streamlining the CoS process to make hiring easier. 
• Compliance Management: Helping you stay compliant with immigration laws to avoid penalties.

If you need assistance with hiring or sponsoring Managers in logistics, get in touch for personalised support.

Conclusion

Hiring and sponsoring Managers in logistics under SOC Code 1243 can be a rewarding way to enrich the cultural landscape of your organisation. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can successfully navigate the sponsorship process while ensuring compliance with UK immigration laws.

For further guidance, Borderless is ready to assist you with all your sponsorship needs. Contact us for expert advice.