Position: Export Operator
Location: Liverpool
Salary up to £35,000 DOE
Hours: Mon - Fri 8:30-17:00
About the Company
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly respected freight forwarding group based in Liverpool, who are looking to add an experienced Export Operator to their growing operations team.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and supportive business with a strong reputation within the freight and logistics sector, offering long-term career development and exposure to multi-modal freight operations.
The Role
The company is ideally looking for someone with multi-modal freight forwarding experience; however, strong ocean export operations experience is essential for this position.
You will be responsible for managing export shipments from start to finish, ensuring smooth coordination between customers, carriers, overseas agents, and internal departments.
This is a fast-paced operational role suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of shipments and delivering high levels of customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Handle end-to-end ocean export shipments (FCL & LCL)
Arrange bookings with shipping lines and carriers
Prepare and process export documentation
Liaise with customers, overseas agents, hauliers, and shipping lines
Monitor shipments and provide proactive updates to clients
Complete customs and compliance procedures where required
Manage shipment costing and invoicing
Support air and road freight operations where applicable
Ensure high levels of customer service and operational accuracy
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
5-10 years' experience within freight forwarding operations
Strong ocean export operations experience (essential)
Multi-modal freight experience (advantageous)
Good understanding of export documentation and shipping procedures
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to work effectively within a busy operational environment
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Experience using freight forwarding systems such as CargoWise or similar would be beneficial
What's on Offer
Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
Opportunity to join a well-established freight forwarding group
Stable, long-term career opportunity
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