Senior Ocean Export Operator Wythenshawe - Manchester Up to 38k DOE Role To plan and co-ordinate the shipment of goods via ocean freight, meeting customer expectations whilst ensuring high compliance and maximising gross profit. Duties and Responsibilities * Proactively communicate with clients to ensure transparency * To work closely with both internal and external parties to ensure shipments are transported in the most cost effective and efficient way * Route planning for transporting goods overseas; bookings with hauliers and carriers * Negotiating costs and service while maximising profitability * To work with overseas partners to follow up routed enquiries * Handle and control shipments from start-to-finish, ensuring milestones are updated * Invoicing shipments in line with quotations and credit agreements set * Prompt processing of costs and purchase invoices as required * Issuing quotations to clients in a prompt and competitive manner * Any other day to day export operations * Liaising with sales teams to help with business development Knowledge / Skills and Experience * Good knowledge within the industry * Exceptional customer service skills * Great attention to detail with high accuracy * Problem solving skills * A high level of written and oral communication * Able to work independently and as part of a small team * Willingness to k...